AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
An entry level AWS credential that confirms a broad understanding of cloud concepts, core AWS services, security, and pricing. It is aimed at people who are new to the cloud, including those in sales, marketing, or project roles who do not have a technical background.
Issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Official page
Who can apply
- No prerequisites are required.
- AWS describes the ideal candidate as having up to 6 months of exposure to the AWS Cloud, though this is not mandatory.
- Suitable for candidates without an IT background.
Exam
- Exam
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
- Format
- Multiple choice and multiple response; delivered at a Pearson VUE testing center or as an online proctored exam
- Questions
- 65
- Time
- 90 minutes
Of the 65 questions, 50 are scored and 15 are unscored. Results are reported on a scaled score of 100 to 1,000, with a minimum passing score of 700. Offered in 12 languages; AWS says the Italian and German versions will be retired after December 31, 2026.
Official fees
| Fee | Amount | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam fee | $100 | AWS notes that additional costs may apply depending on foreign exchange rates and taxes. | Official page |
| Recertification exam discount | Data unavailable | AWS states exam based recertification can use a 50% discount voucher from the candidate's AWS Certification Account. The game based Cloud Quest recertification option is listed as free. | Official page |
Only fees published by the issuer or regulator are listed. Blank amounts mean no official figure was available to verify.
Renewal and continuing education
- Cycle
- 3 years
- Requirement
- Recertify by completing the AWS Cloud Quest: Recertify Cloud Practitioner game based training (no exam required), passing the latest version of the Cloud Practitioner exam, or passing any Associate or Professional level AWS exam.
Related careers
| Occupation | National median wage |
|---|---|
| Network and computer systems administrators | $99,130 |
| Computer systems analysts | $105,850 |
| Computer user support specialists | $61,860 |
Sources
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, accessed October 18, 2026
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) Exam Guide, accessed October 18, 2026
- AWS Recertification, accessed October 18, 2026
Verification notes
The exam code CLF-C02 is confirmed in the official AWS exam guide; the certification page itself does not label the code. The size of the recertification discount is stated as 50%, so no dollar amount is given.
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