AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam is the most basic AWS certification exam for individuals to demonstrate an overall understanding of AWS Cloud.
AWS recommends that candidates come in with at least 6 months of exposure with AWS Cloud, and to have a basic understanding of IT services before taking this exam.
You can download the official study guide, learn about the exam, and register for the exam on the official AWS exam page.
Cloud Practitioner Exam: Content Breakdown
Domain 1: Cloud Concepts (24%)
- Define the benefits of the AWS Cloud
- Identify design principles of the AWS Cloud
- Understand the benefits of and strategies for migration to the AWS Cloud
- Understand concepts of cloud economics
Domain 2: Security and Compliance (30%)
- Understand the AWS Shared Responsibility Model
- Understand AWS Cloud security, governance, and compliance concepts
- Identify AWS access management capabilities
- Identify components and resources for security
Domain 3: Cloud Technology and Services (34%)
- Define methods of deploying and operating in the AWS Cloud
- Define the AWS global infrastructure
- Identify the core AWS services
Domain 4: Billing, Pricing, and Support (12%)
- Compare AWS pricing models
- Understand resources for billing, budget, and cost management
- Identify AWS technical resources and AWS Support options
AWS CLF-C02 Exam Overview
- Cost: $100 (USD)
- Length: 90 minutes
- Format: 65 multiple choice or multiple response questions
- Available online or in-person
Content Overview
- Explain the value of the AWS Cloud.
- Understand and explain the AWS shared responsibility model.
- Understand the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
- Understand security best practices.
- Understand AWS Cloud costs, economics, and billing practices.
- Describe and position the core AWS services, including compute, network,
- database, and storage services.
- Identify AWS services for common use cases.
(Source: Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam)