AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials

Name: AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
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AWS Cloud Practitioner Overview

Cloud computing is reshaping industries, with 94% of enterprises using cloud services. The AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials course is the perfect starting point for those new to AWS. You will learn about AWS Cloud concepts, AWS services, security, architecture, pricing, and support to build your AWS Cloud knowledge. This course also helps you prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

What Is Included

Expert-Led Instruction – Learn from certified instructors with real-world cloud experience.
90-Day Access to Class Recordings – Rewatch virtual instructor-led sessions for up to 90 days after class completion.
Guaranteed-to-Run Courses – We never cancel a scheduled course, ensuring your training stays on track.
Flexible Rescheduling – Option to reschedule your course if needed (see conditions).
Free Course Retake Option – Retake the course at no additional cost (see conditions).

Course Objectives

This course will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing fundamentals and AWS architecture. You will learn to identify and describe core AWS services, including compute, storage, and networking, and understand key security measures and compliance requirements. Additionally, you will explore AWS pricing models and cost management tools to optimize cloud usage. By the end of the course, you will be able to apply best practices for cloud adoption and operational efficiency within AWS environments, preparing you for success in the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals seeking foundational AWS knowledge, including sales, legal, marketing, business analysts, project managers, AWS Academy students, and other IT-related professionals. No technical background is required.

Top-rated instructors: Our crew of subject matter experts have an average instructor rating of 4.8 out of 5 across thousands of reviews.
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Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
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Tailored Training Solutions: Our subject matter experts can customize the class to specifically address the unique goals of your team.

What is the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Essentials course?

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Essentials course is an introductory-level training designed to equip learners with a fundamental understanding of AWS Cloud concepts. It prepares participants for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification exam by covering key topics such as cloud computing fundamentals, core AWS services, security, pricing, architecture principles, and support options.

Why Should I Take the AWS Cloud Practitioner Course?

This course helps individuals and organizations understand AWS's fundamental concepts and services, making it easier to adopt and optimize cloud solutions. It also serves as a great first step toward other AWS certifications.

Is the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification Worth It?

Yes! It provides a solid foundation for AWS beginners, enhances job prospects, and is recognized globally. It is especially valuable for IT professionals, business leaders, and non-technical stakeholders looking to understand cloud strategies.

Is an Exam Voucher Included?

No, the exam voucher is not included by default. However, you can add it to your training package for convenience.

Do You Need Experience to Take the Course?

No prior experience is required, but having a basic understanding of IT concepts can be beneficial.

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Course Prerequisites

General IT technical knowledge, General IT business knowledge

AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials Agenda

1 - Introduction to Amazon Web Services

Summarize the benefits of AWS
Describe differences between on-demand delivery and cloud deployments
Summarize the pay-as-you-go pricing model

2 - Compute in the Cloud

Describe the benefits of Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) at a basic level
Identify the different Amazon EC2 instance types
Differentiate between the various billing options for Amazon EC2
Describe the benefits of Amazon EC2 Auto Scaling
Summarize the benefits of Elastic Load Balancing
Give an example of the uses for Elastic Load Balancing
Summarize the differences between Amazon Simple Notification Service (Amazon SNS) and Amazon Simple Queue Services (Amazon SQS)
Summarize additional AWS compute options

3 - Global Infrastructure and Reliability

Summarize the benefits of the AWS Global Infrastructure
Describe the basic concept of Availability Zones
Describe the benefits of Amazon CloudFront and Edge locations
Compare different methods for provisioning AWS services

4 - Networking

Describe the basic concepts of networking
Describe the difference between public and private networking resources
Explain a virtual private gateway using a real life scenario
Explain a virtual private network (VPN) using a real life scenario
Describe the benefit of AWS Direct Connect
Describe the benefit of hybrid deployments
Describe the layers of security used in an IT strategy
Describe which services are used to interact with the AWS global network

5 - Storage and Databases

Summarize the basic concept of storage and databases
Describe benefits of Amazon Elastic Block Store (Amazon EBS)
Describe benefits of Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)
Describe the benefits of Amazon Elastic File System (Amazon EFS)
Summarize various storage solutions
Describe the benefits of Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS)
Describe the benefits of Amazon DynamoDB
Summarize various database services

6 - Security

Explain the benefits of the shared responsibility model
Describe multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Differentiate between the AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) security levels
Describe security policies at a basic level
Explain the benefits of AWS Organizations
Summarize the benefits of compliance with AWS
Explain primary AWS security services at a basic level

7 - Monitoring and Analytics

Summarize approaches to monitoring your AWS environment
Describe the benefits of Amazon CloudWatch
Describe the benefits of AWS CloudTrail
Describe the benefits of AWS Trusted Advisor

8 - Pricing and Support

Understand AWS pricing and support models
Describe the AWS Free Tier
Describe key benefits of AWS Organizations and consolidated billing
Explain the benefits of AWS Budgets
Explain the benefits of AWS Cost Explorer
Explain the primary benefits of the AWS Pricing Calculator
Distinguish between the various AWS Support Plans
Describe the benefits of AWS Marketplace

9 - Migration and Innovation

Understand migration and innovation in the AWS Cloud
Summarize the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework (AWS CAF)
Summarize six key factors of a cloud migration strategy
Describe the benefits of various AWS data migration solutions, such as AWS Snowcone, AWS Snowball, and AWS Snowmobile
Summarize the broad scope of innovative solutions that AWS offers
Summarize the five pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework