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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner(CLF-C02)
Start your cloud journey with the foundational AWS certification. Validate your understanding of AWS Cloud, services, and terminology. Perfect for beginners and a stepping stone to advanced AWS certifications.
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Exam Duration
90 minutes
Exam Cost
$100 USD
Question Format
65 Questions
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Exam Content Breakdown
Understanding the exam structure helps you focus your study efforts effectively across all domains.
Cloud Concepts
Security and Compliance
Technology
Billing and Pricing
Key AWS Services to Master
Focus your studies on these essential AWS services that are covered in the Cloud Practitioner exam.
Amazon EC2
Compute
Amazon S3
Storage
Amazon VPC
Networking
Amazon RDS
Database
AWS Lambda
Serverless
Amazon DynamoDB
Database
Amazon CloudFront
CDN
Amazon Route 53
DNS
AWS IAM
Security
Amazon SNS
Messaging
Amazon SQS
Messaging
AWS CloudFormation
Infrastructure
AWS CloudWatch
Monitoring
AWS CloudTrail
Monitoring
Amazon ElastiCache
Caching
AWS Auto Scaling
Scaling
Amazon EBS
Storage
Amazon EFS
Storage
AWS Direct Connect
Networking
Amazon Glacier
Storage
AWS Support
Support
AWS Trusted Advisor
Management
AWS Cost Explorer
Billing
AWS Billing Console
Billing
Expert Preparation Tips
Proven strategies to maximize your study efficiency and exam success rate.
Study Resources
- AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials course
- AWS documentation and whitepapers
- Explore AWS Free Tier services
- Zertly's AI-powered practice questions and explanations
Exam Day Strategies
- Focus on high-level concepts rather than technical details
- Understand AWS pricing models and cost optimization
- Review the shared responsibility model thoroughly
- Familiarize yourself with AWS global infrastructure concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions about the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
Who should take the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification?
The AWS Cloud Practitioner certification is ideal for individuals new to cloud computing, sales and marketing professionals working with AWS, project managers, executives, and anyone who wants to demonstrate foundational AWS knowledge. No prior IT experience is required.
What is the exam format for AWS CLF-C02?
The AWS CLF-C02 exam consists of 65 questions (multiple-choice and multi-answer) with 90 minutes to complete. The passing score is 700 out of 1000 points.
Do I need hands-on experience with AWS before taking this exam?
No hands-on experience is required for the Cloud Practitioner exam. However, AWS recommends having at least 6 months of exposure to the AWS Cloud in any role, including project managers, IT managers, sales, purchasing, and finance professionals.
How does the Cloud Practitioner certification help my career?
This certification validates your foundational understanding of AWS services and cloud concepts, making you more valuable in cloud adoption discussions, vendor management, and project planning. It's an excellent starting point for advancing to associate-level AWS certifications.
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What is the CLF-C02 Exam?
The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam (CLF-C02) validates fundamental knowledge of AWS Cloud concepts, billing & pricing, security, and core services. It's designed for candidates in technical, managerial or sales roles who need a working understanding of the AWS Cloud without deep, hands-on engineering skills.
Recommended Prerequisites
- No prior IT experience required – exam is entry-level
- Recommended: 6 months of basic AWS Cloud exposure
- Basic understanding of IT services and their uses within AWS Cloud
4-Week Guided Study Plan
Follow this schedule if you can dedicate ~7-8 hours per week. Adjust the pace with our adaptive practice engine.
| Week | Focus | Key Resources |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Cloud Concepts & AWS Global Infrastructure | AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials – Modules 1-3 |
| Week 2 | Security & Compliance | Shared Responsibility Model, IAM labs, AWS Security Whitepaper |
| Week 3 | Technology Domain Hands-On | Launch EC2, S3, Lambda & VPC labs |
| Week 4 | Billing, Pricing & Full Practice Exams | Cost Explorer lab, Zertly mock exams & review |
Salary & Career Outlook
According to the latest IT Skills & Salary report, Cloud Practitioner holders earn an average of $131,000 USD (Global average – Skillsoft 2024 survey). Popular roles after certification include:
- Cloud Sales
- Project Manager
- Junior Cloud Engineer
Retake & Renewal Policy
- Failed exam? Wait 14 days before a retake (AWS rule).
- Unlimited retakes allowed; full exam fee applies each time.
- Beta exam versions can be taken only once.