AWS Certified Solutions ArchitectProfessional (SAP-C02)
Demonstrate advanced expertise in designing and deploying secure, cost-optimized, and highly available applications on AWS. This professional-level certification validates your ability to architect complex solutions for enterprise-scale requirements and organizational complexity.
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Exam Duration
180 minutes
Exam Cost
$300 USD
Question Format
75 Questions
Why Choose Zertly for Professional Prep?
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Advanced Architecture Scenarios
Practice with complex, multi-service AWS architectures that mirror real-world enterprise challenges.
Professional-Level Analytics
Get detailed insights into your performance across all four exam domains with advanced tracking.
Real Enterprise Case Studies
Learn from realistic scenarios involving migration, modernization, and organizational complexity.
Expert Professional Content
Access in-depth materials designed by AWS Solutions Architects for professional-level mastery.
Exam Domains & Weightings
Master the four key domains that define professional-level AWS architecture expertise.
Design Solutions for Organizational Complexity
Design for New Solutions
Continuous Improvement for Existing Solutions
Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization
Key AWS Services for SAP-C02
Master these critical AWS services and understand their advanced integration patterns for the professional exam.
EC2 & Auto Scaling
Compute
Lambda & Step Functions
Serverless
ECS & EKS
Containers
VPC & Direct Connect
Networking
Route 53 & CloudFront
Content Delivery
RDS & DynamoDB
Database
S3 & EFS
Storage
IAM & Organizations
Security
CloudFormation & CDK
Infrastructure as Code
CloudWatch & X-Ray
Monitoring
API Gateway & ALB
Application Integration
SQS & SNS
Messaging
AWS Config & GuardDuty
Compliance
AWS WAF & Shield
Security
Transit Gateway & VPN
Hybrid Connectivity
Redshift & Athena
Analytics
Kinesis & EMR
Big Data
AWS Backup & Disaster Recovery
Backup
Cost Explorer & Budgets
Cost Management
Service Catalog & Control Tower
Governance
Professional Preparation Strategy
Advanced strategies to master complex AWS architectures and excel in the professional-level exam.
Advanced Study Resources
- AWS Well-Architected Framework and all six pillars in detail
- Hands-on experience with AWS Organizations and multi-account strategies
- Deep dive into AWS migration tools and methodologies (6 R's)
- Practice with complex case studies involving enterprise migrations
Professional Exam Strategies
- Focus on architectural trade-offs and design decisions
- Understand cost optimization strategies for large-scale deployments
- Master service limits, quotas, and performance characteristics
- Practice time management for complex, multi-part scenario questions
Professional Skills Validated
- Design complex, multi-service AWS architectures for enterprise requirements
- Implement cost optimization strategies for large-scale cloud deployments
- Architect secure, compliant solutions with proper governance frameworks
- Design migration strategies and modernization approaches for legacy systems
Career Impact & Benefits
- Positions you for senior architect and cloud engineering leadership roles
- Validates expertise in designing enterprise-scale AWS solutions
- Significantly increases earning potential in cloud architecture positions
- Demonstrates mastery of advanced AWS services and integration patterns
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions about the AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification.
What experience should I have before attempting the AWS Solutions Architect Professional exam?
AWS recommends 2+ years of hands-on experience designing and deploying cloud architecture on AWS, plus your AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification. You should have deep experience with AWS services, architectural patterns, cost optimization, and security best practices. Real-world experience with enterprise migrations and multi-account strategies is highly beneficial.
How difficult is the SAP-C02 exam compared to the Associate level?
The Professional exam is significantly more challenging. It requires deeper architectural thinking, complex scenario analysis, and the ability to design solutions for enterprise-scale requirements. Questions are longer, more detailed, and often involve multi-service integrations. The exam tests your ability to make trade-offs and design decisions rather than just service knowledge.
What are the key differences between SAP-C02 and the previous SAP-C01 exam?
SAP-C02 focuses more on organizational complexity, modernization strategies, and continuous improvement. There's increased emphasis on AWS Organizations, Control Tower, migration tools, and well-architected framework principles. The exam also covers more serverless and container technologies than the previous version.
Should I get the Associate certification first before attempting Professional?
While not strictly required, it's highly recommended. The Associate certification builds foundational knowledge that the Professional exam assumes you have. The Professional exam requires deeper understanding of service integrations, architectural patterns, and design trade-offs that are built upon Associate-level concepts.
How can Zertly help me prepare for this advanced certification?
Zertly provides professional-level practice questions that mirror the complexity of the actual exam, with detailed explanations for architectural decisions. Our AI coach helps you understand the "why" behind design choices, and our analytics help you focus on areas where you need the most improvement for this challenging certification.
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