Achievements are only added to your account and path when a challenge ends.
This is because the achievement calculations require the final standings for both you and your photos.
So once a challenge ends you will see the change in the Achievement count both in your profile and your status.
Note:
- You must complete all of the necessary achievements in order to progress to the next status.
- You can't skip over a certain status even if you completed the requirements for the next one.