AWS (PAS-C01) Certified: SAP on AWS – Specialty FAQ
Taking the AWS (PAS-C01) Certified: SAP on AWS – Specialty exam will help you gain a fundamental understanding of both SAP and AWS for managing SAP workloads on AWS. The ones planning to take this exam must check out the AWS (PAS-C01) FAQ, to gain a better understanding of the exam and its objectives.
Top AWS (PAS-C01) FAQs
Are there any mandatory training or exam requirements to take the AWS (PAS-C01) Exam?
No there is no compulsion to take any training for the exam. However, AWS recommends the SAP on AWS (Technical) training program for a better understanding of the course.
What is the retake policy?
If you are unable to pass the exam, then you must wait 14 days before becoming eligible to retake the exam. Until you pass the test, there is no limit to the number of exam attempts. But, for each re-attempt, you must pay the full registration price fee. Also, the Beta exam test-takers will get one attempt only.
When will I get my result?
Right after completing your exam, a pass or fail notification will be visible on the testing screen. Also, candidates will receive an email confirming their exam completion. AWS will present a detailed exam result within five business days of completing your exam. This exam detail will appear on your AWS Certification Account of yours, under Previous Exams.
What are the service and features covered in the exam?
AWS does not publish the services and features in its certification exam. The exam guide covers the current topic areas and objectives for the exam. See AWS Exam guides, to know more.
Are there benefits to AWS Certification holders?
AWS offers several benefits to its certified members, apart from validating their skills. See the AWS Certification Benefits page to get a complete list of AWS benefits.
Which certification programs are available to take from home or office with online proctoring?
AWS offers its certification exams via online proctoring as well. AWS uses Pearson VUE, a third-party test delivery provider for its online proctoring exams. Visit the Pearson VUE site, to learn more about AWS online proctored certification exams.
About AWS Certification
How do I become AWS certified?
In order to become AWS certified, you must get a passing score in the AWS proctored exam, and attain your AWS Certification. After getting a passing score, AWS will send you your certification credentials.
How long will AWS certification be valid?
AWS-certified individuals should get their certification recertified, every three years. See the AWS Certification Recertification page for more details.
What is the difference between AWS Certification and AWS Exam?
AWS exam refers to a test that validates your technical knowledge of AWS products and services. On the other hand, AWS certification is a credential that you earn upon successfully passing an AWS exam. You will earn a digital badge and title that you can use on business cards and other professional collateral to designate yourself as AWS Professional.
Exam Resources for AWS (PAS-C01) FAQs
What is the best way to prepare for the AWS (PAS-C01) Exam?
An ideal way to prepare for AWS (PAS-C01) certification exams is to get practical experience. AWS recommends having a minimum of six months to two years of experience with the AWS platform. AWS also provides several training programs and resource materials to help in preparation.
Check the AWS Certification Preparation page for AWS recommended training, practice exams, exam guides, whitepapers, sample questions, and other resources.
Does AWS offer practice tests for AWS Certification?
Yes, AWS offers practice exams for all its certification Exams. These will test your knowledge of the AWS platform. You can purchase these Practice exams from AWS exam delivery providers via your AWS Certification Account. The Foundational and Associate-level practice exams will cost you 20 USD, while the Professional and Specialty practice exams will cost you 40 USD.
For how long is the practice exam available for AWS Certification?
Your access to the AWS practice exam expires in 180 days. After launching the exam, you will get only 30 days to complete the exam. Else, the allotted practice exam time expires. However, you can pause your practice exam by shutting down your exam browser. Selecting “End Test” will mark the exam complete and it cannot be restarted.
How will get my score for the practice exam?
This will be similar to the actual exam result.
How to find the test centers near me?
You can find test centers with the following options –
- For PSI test centers visit https://awsavailability.psiexams.com.
- For Pearson VUE test centers visit https://home.pearsonvue.com/test-taker.aspx
Exam Scoring and Content
How many questions should I answer to receive a passing score
The passing scores of AWS certifications are set using statistical analysis and can change. AWS does not provide the exam passing scores as they go through modifications to reflect the changes in the test pattern, with the updates in the exam content.
How often are exams updated?
AWS rotates its questions in and out, on a regular basis. This is done in adherence to the exam guide. The major revisions to an exam will be made public by AWS, via the Exam guide.
When AWS releases a new product or service, How soon will it appear on the exam?
Any new product, service, or feature AWS will generally get available, 6 months prior to it appearing on a certification exam.
Note – This applies only to AWS certification exams, and not AWS training.
If an existing feature or service has changed. How will that reflect in the exam?
The AWS certification team will replace the exam questions, which are impacted by any change.
How should I answer a question that I think has been affected by a change in service or product?
You must choose the best available answer from the given options in the question.
