What Is The AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam?

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam (CLF-C02) is a starting point for learning about cloud computing. It helps people understand cloud computing concepts and how Amazon Web Services (AWS) works. This certification exam is for technicaland non-technical professionals who want foundational knowledge of AWS.

The exam has 65 questions in multiple-choice and multiple-response formats. Candidates get 90 minutes to complete it. A score of 700 out of 1000 is needed to pass. The exam costs $100 USD and is available in 12 languages. People can take it online or at testing centers.

No experience is required, but AWS suggests six months of learning before taking the exam. This cloud practitioner certification is helpful for sales, management, and IT roles. It gives a foundational understanding of AWS services, security, and pricing. Passing this certification exam shows cloud fluency and helps professionals grow in cloud computing.

Exam Domains

1. Cloud Concepts (24%)
2. Security and Compliance (30%)
3. Cloud Technology and Services (34%)
4. Billing, Pricing and Support (12%)

Eligibility Criteria

While no formal prerequisites exist, AWS recommends:

• Six Months of AWS Exposure: Familiarity with general IT concepts, though non-technical professionals can succeed with dedicated preparation.
• Basic IT Literacy: Experience in technical, managerial, or financial roles involving AWS services.

While no formal prerequisites exist, AWS recommends:

• Six Months of AWS Exposure: Familiarity with general IT concepts, though non-technical professionals can succeed with dedicated preparation.
• Basic IT Literacy: Experience in technical, managerial, or financial roles involving AWS services.