AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate validates skills and knowledge in core data-related AWS services, ability to ingest and transform data, orchestrate data pipelines while applying programming concepts, design data models, manage data life cycles, and ensure data quality.
Who should take this exam?
The ideal candidate for this exam has the equivalent of 2–3 years of experience in data engineering or data architecture and a minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience with AWS services.
How will the AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate help my career?
This is an in-demand role with a low supply of skilled professionals. AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate and accompanying prep resources offer you a means to build your confidence and credibility in data engineer, data architect, and other data-related roles.
What certification(s) should I earn next after AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate?
The AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification is a recommended next step for cloud data professionals to validate their expertise in cloud data security and governance.
Are there any savings on exams if I already hold an active AWS Certification?
Yes. Once you earn one AWS Certification, you get 50% discount on your next AWS Certification exam. You can sign in and access this discount in your AWS Certification Account.
Exams and recommended training
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Exam Overview
- Category: Associate
- Exam duration: 130 minutes
- Exam format: 65 questions; either multiple choice or multiple response
- Cost: US $ 150.
- Testing options: Pearson VUE testing center or online proctored exam
- Languages offered: English, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese
Recertification
This certification is valid for 3 years. Before your certification expires, you can recertify by passing the latest version of this exam.