CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Professional(CEP)

The Cloud Credential CouncilThe CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Professional certification demonstrates that candidates have the skill set and knowledge to operate in a modern IT organization utilizing cloud computing. Certification allows IT professionals to operate effectively in a cloud environment as they speak the appropriate language, and demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts and terminology It provides the baseline foundation needed in order to successfully complete subsequent vendor-specific training programs on cloud systems and software. Certification is also a critical step to advance your career as IT organizations look for qualified CRPs.

Benefits of Certification

  • CEP Certification is the first building block for an IT professional and provides eligibility to any solution specific training program
  • Certification adds value to the career development of IT professionals as CEP is a highly desired qualifications by IT organizations
  • Provides relevant competences for IT professionals to work in a modern, innovative IT organization
  • Will help the IT professional to advance his or her career in the cloud domain

How to become Certified

To become certified, a professional has to pass the CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Exam. The CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Exam provides a balanced curriculum and addresses the business and technical perspectives of cloud computing. It will also explain how to adopt, operate, and govern the cloud. Passing the exam, allows candidates to become a CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Professional(CEP).

Exam Format

  • Number of questions - 50
  • Length of test - 60 minutes
  • Passing score - 720 (on a scale of 900)
  • Languages - English

Specific objectives for the CompTIA Cloud Essentials™ Exam

  • Understand the common terms and definitions of cloud computing.
  • Understand the characteristics of clouds and cloud services from a business perspective.
  • Demonstrate how the characteristic of cloud computing lead to business value.
  • Understand various types of clouds from a technical perspective and provide examples.
  • Explain the steps that lead to a successful adoption of cloud computing services.
  • Identify the organizational capabilities that are relevant for realizing cloud benefits.
  • Understand the impact and changes of cloud computing on IT service management.
  • Explain and identify the issues associated with integrating cloud computing into an organization’s existing compliance risk and regulatory framework.
  • Understand how to maintain strategic flexibility.
  • Where to take the Exam?

    The exam is typically taken at the end of a training course that is delivered by a Certified Training Partner. The exam is also available through professional testing centers worldwide.

    Where to take the Cloud Essentials course?

    The Cloud Essentials and Virtualization Essentials courses are available through a network of Certified Training Partners. These are training and consulting organizations that meet the quality criteria defined by the Cloud Credential Council.