AWS Cloud Practitioner

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) is AWS's foundational certification. It validates a high-level understanding of the AWS Cloud, its core...

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AWS Cloud Practitioner exam at a glance

Format

65 questions; multiple choice or multiple response

Duration

90 minutes

Delivery

Pearson VUE test center or online proctored

Passing score

700 out of 1000 (scaled)

Exam cost

$100 USD

Validity

3 years

Prerequisites

None; up to 6 months of exposure to AWS is helpful but not required

About the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) is AWS's foundational certification. It validates a high-level understanding of the AWS Cloud, its core services, security, pricing, and support — without requiring an IT background.

It's a popular entry point for people switching into cloud careers and for non-technical roles (sales, product, project management) who need cloud literacy.

Who it’s for: Beginners entering cloud, and business/non-technical professionals who need foundational AWS knowledge.

Official exam page· Details verified 2026-08

What the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam covers
  • Cloud Concepts
    24%
  • Security and Compliance
    30%
  • Cloud Technology and Services
    34%
  • Billing, Pricing, and Support
    12%
How to study for the AWS Cloud Practitioner
  1. 1Learn cloud basics: what the cloud is, and the AWS global infrastructure.
  2. 2Understand the AWS shared responsibility model and core security services.
  3. 3Get familiar with flagship services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) at a conceptual level.
  4. 4Review AWS pricing models and support plans.
  5. 5Take the official practice question set before booking.
AWS Cloud Practitioner — frequently asked questions

Do I need technical experience for Cloud Practitioner?

No. It's designed to be accessible to people without an IT or cloud background.

Is Cloud Practitioner enough to get a cloud job?

It's a strong foundation and résumé signal, but most technical cloud roles expect an associate-level cert (like Solutions Architect) plus hands-on skills.