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Cloud Computing with AWS Certification Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Exam & Cost

Cloud Computing with AWS training at Simplilead: live, instructor-led cloud computing certification with hands-on practice, expert trainers and real-world application.

What is the Cloud Computing with AWS course?

Cloud Computing with AWS is a practical introduction to building and running simple applications on Amazon Web Services. It is for developers, IT staff and managers who want hands-on exposure to core services such as EC2, S3 and VPC without following a specific vendor certification syllabus.

What is Cloud Computing with AWS training about?

This course gives you a clear, structured path through how to design, deploy and operate secure, scalable solutions on modern cloud platforms. You will learn the underlying principles, when and why to apply them, and how to avoid the mistakes teams make in practice. Sessions are interactive and discussion-led, so you build understanding you can defend on the job — not just exam recall.

Key highlights of the Cloud Computing with AWS course

  • Live, instructor-led training delivered by experienced practitioners
  • Hands-on activities, real-world examples and case discussions in every session
  • Practical focus on applying Cloud Computing with AWS in your own role and organisation
  • Downloadable course materials and reference guides to keep
  • Small-group format with room for your specific questions
  • Certificate of participation from Simplilead, plus guidance toward certification

Skills you will gain

The Cloud Computing with AWS program is built around the capabilities that matter in cloud computing:

  • Core cloud services and architecture patterns
  • Designing for scalability, resilience and cost
  • Securing cloud workloads and identities
  • Deploying and automating cloud infrastructure
  • Monitoring and operating cloud environments
  • Mapping business needs to cloud solutions

Who should attend?

This Cloud Computing with AWS course is ideal for engineers, architects, administrators and professionals building and running cloud workloads. There are no rigid prerequisites — just an interest in doing the work well and a willingness to take part in the hands-on sessions.

Why train with Simplilead?

We focus on outcomes, not slideware. Expert trainers, practice-led sessions and ongoing learner support mean you finish the Cloud Computing with AWS training able to design and run reliable, secure solutions in the cloud — with a credential that signals real capability to employers.

The programme runs for 2 days of live, instructor-led training. The certification exam fee is included in the course price.

Who should take the Cloud Computing with AWS course?

Cloud Computing with AWS training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:

  • Developers deploying their first application to a public cloud
  • On-premises system administrators learning cloud equivalents of familiar tasks
  • Technical managers who need practical understanding before approving cloud projects
  • Support engineers handling cloud-hosted customer environments
  • Students and graduates who want hands-on AWS exposure for projects

What are the prerequisites for Cloud Computing with AWS?

  • No formal prerequisites; basic familiarity with computers and networking terms helps

Live instructor-led training

Cloud Computing with AWS

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

What will you learn in the Cloud Computing with AWS course?

By the end of the training you will be able to:

  • Explain cloud service and deployment models and where AWS fits among them
  • Launch and connect to EC2 instances and manage their storage volumes
  • Store and serve files using S3 buckets, versioning and lifecycle rules
  • Build a basic VPC with public and private subnets and route tables
  • Control access to resources using IAM users, roles and least privilege
  • Deploy a small web application using a load balancer and auto scaling

What is the Cloud Computing with AWS syllabus?

The curriculum is delivered over 2 days and covers 5 modules:

  1. Module 1: Cloud Fundamentals

    • IaaS, PaaS and SaaS
    • AWS global infrastructure
    • Accounts and the management console
    • Using the AWS CLI
  2. Module 2: Compute with EC2

    • Instance types and AMIs
    • Key pairs and secure access
    • Elastic Block Store volumes
    • Launch configuration basics
  3. Module 3: Storage and Databases

    • S3 buckets and permissions
    • Versioning and lifecycle rules
    • Relational databases with RDS
    • Introduction to DynamoDB
  4. Module 4: Networking and Security

    • VPC, subnets and gateways
    • Security groups and network ACLs
    • IAM users, roles and policies
    • Protecting data with encryption
  5. Module 5: Scaling and Operating Applications

    • Elastic Load Balancing
    • Auto Scaling groups
    • CloudWatch monitoring for application health
    • Estimating and controlling cost

How do you get certified after the Cloud Computing with AWS course?

Cloud Computing with AWS is assessed through the course itself: complete the live sessions and the included assessment to earn your certificate. There is no separate third-party exam to book.

How much does the Cloud Computing with AWS course cost?

Cloud Computing with AWS training with SimpliLEAD is priced from US$1,245, inclusive of the certification exam fee. Pricing covers 2 days of live training, courseware and post-class support. The course page shows the same price converted into your local currency, along with current schedules and offers. Payment is charged in US dollars.

Frequently asked questions

How is the Cloud Computing with AWS training delivered?

The Cloud Computing with AWS certification training is delivered as live, instructor-led online classes over 2 days, in small interactive batches with hands-on exercises and real-world examples. You also get session recordings, courseware, and post-class support. Weekday and weekend Cloud Computing with AWS batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.

Can I take the Cloud Computing with AWS course online?

Yes. The Cloud Computing with AWS certification training is available as live online classes you can join from anywhere, alongside classroom batches in select locations. Both formats cover the same syllabus and prepare you for the Cloud Computing with AWS certification.

Who should attend the Cloud Computing with AWS course?

The Cloud Computing with AWS training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.

What are the prerequisites for the Cloud Computing with AWS certification?

You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the Cloud Computing with AWS training — our trainers take you from fundamentals to applied skills.

Who awards the Cloud Computing with AWS certification?

The credential is awarded by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Simplilead delivers the training and prepares you for the assessment.

Is the AWS exam fee included?

The official AWS certification exam is booked and paid directly with AWS through Pearson VUE. Your course delivers full exam preparation — hands-on labs, practice questions, and exam strategy.

What is the exam format?

AWS exams are multiple-choice and multiple-response, taken online or at a test centre. We map every exam domain to hands-on practice so you're confident on exam day.

Do I get hands-on AWS practice?

Yes. The course is lab-driven — you work directly in the AWS console and CLI on realistic scenarios rather than only watching demos.

Do you offer group or corporate training for Cloud Computing with AWS?

Yes. We run private cohorts for teams with tailored scheduling, and offer group discounts for three or more participants. Contact us for a corporate/in-house quote.

What is your rescheduling and refund policy?

You can reschedule to a later batch at no extra cost with advance notice. Refunds are handled per our published cancellation policy — reach out to support and we'll help you switch dates or process a refund.

Live instructor-led training

Cloud Computing with AWS

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

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