Certification preparation
AWS Solutions Architect Associate in Lagos
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Five-day course to design secure, resilient and cost‑effective AWS architectures through guided labs, case studies and focused exam practice.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate is a role-based certification awarded by Amazon Web Services (AWS) that validates the ability to design secure, resilient, high‑performing and cost‑optimised cloud solutions on AWS. Over five days, learners explore core AWS services and architecture patterns across networking, compute, storage, databases, serverless and automation. The course blends design walkthroughs with hands-on labs, applying the AWS Well‑Architected Framework to real scenarios and reviewing trade‑offs for availability, performance and cost. The associated exam typically comprises 65 multiple‑choice and multiple‑response questions in 130 minutes, is closed‑book, delivered online proctored or at Pearson VUE test centres, scored on a scale of 100–1000 with 720 to pass, and the credential is valid for 3 years. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Design secure network architectures using VPCs, subnets, routing, security groups, NACLs and IAM controls
- Select suitable compute options (EC2, Auto Scaling, load balancing, containers) aligned to workload needs
- Choose storage and database services based on durability, performance, access patterns and cost
- Build resilient, highly available architectures across multiple Availability Zones and, where appropriate, Regions
- Implement serverless and event‑driven patterns with Lambda, API Gateway and messaging services
- Automate deployments and governance with CloudFormation, and monitor with CloudWatch, CloudTrail and Config
- Apply the AWS Well‑Architected Framework to review, document and improve solution designs
- Prepare effectively for the exam with domain‑weighted practice, question strategies and a timed mock test
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
5-day AWS Solutions Architect Associate agenda
5 instructor-led days (40 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.
- Learning route
- 5 recommended days
- Practical work
- 5 guided activities
- Finish with
- Mock exam + certification exam
Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.
Day 1Foundations and secure networkingDesign Secure Architectures; core accounts, identity and VPC
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Accounts, IAM users/roles/policies, permissions boundaries and least privilege
- 10:45–12:15 · VPC fundamentals: subnets, route tables, internet/NAT gateways, SGs vs NACLs
- 13:15–14:45 · Resilient entry points: ALB/NLB, multi‑AZ patterns, private connectivity (VPC endpoints)
- 15:00–16:00 · Storage foundations: S3 buckets, classes, lifecycle, versioning, encryption
- 16:00–16:30 · Exam‑style practice questions: identity, access and network security
- 16:30–17:00 · Lab debrief and design trade‑offs
- 17:00–17:30 · Daily summary and preparation for Day 2
Put it into practice
Build a secure VPC with public and private subnets, routing, security groups and an Internet/NAT gateway. Launch EC2 behind an Application Load Balancer and apply IAM policies to control S3 access.
You’ll take away
Secured VPC template and IAM/S3 security notes
Day 2Resilient compute and storageDesign Resilient Architectures; elasticity, fault tolerance and backups
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap and Q&A from Day 1
- 09:30–10:30 · EC2 instance types, placement, AMIs and bootstrapping with user data
- 10:45–12:15 · Auto Scaling groups, health checks and load balancing strategies
- 13:15–14:45 · EBS, EFS and S3 patterns for resilience, data protection and encryption
- 15:00–16:00 · Backup, restore and DR: RTO/RPO, cross‑Region replication and AWS Backup
- 16:00–16:30 · Exam‑style practice questions: resilience and fault tolerance
- 16:30–17:30 · Lab debrief and design review
Put it into practice
Deploy a highly available web tier with an Auto Scaling group across multiple AZs behind an ALB. Implement a backup plan using snapshots and S3 replication, and test instance recovery.
You’ll take away
HA compute stack and DR runbook outline
Day 3High‑performing data and edge architecturesDesign High‑Performing Architectures; databases, caching and content delivery
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap and Q&A from Day 2
- 09:30–10:30 · Relational options: RDS/Aurora engines, read replicas and Multi‑AZ
- 10:45–12:15 · NoSQL and analytics choices: DynamoDB design, DAX, EMR/Athena/Glue overview
- 13:15–14:45 · Caching and edge: ElastiCache patterns and CloudFront with origin strategies
- 15:00–16:00 · Messaging and decoupling: SQS, SNS, EventBridge and asynchronous workflows
- 16:00–16:30 · Exam‑style practice questions: performance and data services
- 16:30–17:30 · Lab debrief and performance tuning discussion
Put it into practice
Design and implement a data tier for a sample workload using RDS or DynamoDB, add a cache layer, and front the application with CloudFront. Measure and compare latency and throughput impacts.
You’ll take away
Database selection matrix and performance test results
Day 4Cost optimisation, serverless and automationDesign Cost‑Optimized Architectures; serverless patterns and infrastructure as code
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap and Q&A from Day 3
- 09:30–10:30 · Serverless building blocks: Lambda, API Gateway and Step Functions patterns
- 10:45–12:15 · Infrastructure as Code: CloudFormation stacks, change sets and drift detection
- 13:15–14:45 · Observability and governance: CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Config and resource policies
- 15:00–16:00 · Cost management: pricing concepts, Cost Explorer, Budgets, Savings Plans and RIs
- 16:00–16:30 · Exam‑style practice questions: cost and serverless design
- 16:30–17:30 · Lab debrief and cost review
Put it into practice
Deploy a serverless REST API with Lambda and API Gateway using CloudFormation, then add logging/metrics and a budget alert. Evaluate cost and performance trade‑offs of alternative designs.
You’ll take away
Deployed serverless stack and cost checklist
Day 5Well‑Architected review and exam readinessConsolidated review across all domains; exam strategy and next steps
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap and Q&A from Day 4
- 09:30–10:30 · AWS Well‑Architected Framework: pillars, risks and improvement plans
- 10:45–12:15 · Hybrid connectivity and migration patterns: Direct Connect, Site‑to‑Site VPN, DMS
- 13:15–14:15 · Operations, security operations and incident response scenarios
- 14:15–15:00 · Exam techniques: time management, flagging, elimination and distractors
- 15:00–16:30 · Timed mock exam and group review of rationale
- 16:30–17:30 · Personal study plan, exam booking guidance and course wrap‑up
Put it into practice
Conduct a Well‑Architected review of the week’s reference workload, documenting risks and remediations. Complete a timed mock exam and create a tailored study plan with booking steps.
You’ll take away
Well‑Architected review notes and exam readiness plan
Bring it all together
Certification exam: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, awarded by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification. 65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, 130 minutes, Closed book, Online proctored or test centre (Pearson VUE). Pass mark: Scaled score of 720 (100–1000). Validity: 3 years from date awarded. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 40 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 5 days, 40 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate: issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.
Before you choose your learning route
Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification.
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD | Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD | Included |
One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.
Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisite. AWS recommends around one year of hands‑on experience designing available, cost‑efficient, fault‑tolerant and scalable distributed systems on AWS. Bring a laptop with a modern browser; a lab environment will be provided.
FIND YOUR START
Confirmed batch starts
Choose a published start, then review your offer in the same enrollment flow. A start date is not the full timetable or a seat reservation.
Choose your country & monthStarts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
5 days, 40 contact hours, normally 09:00 to 17:30 with breaks. The agenda follows the exam domains and the final day includes a mock exam.
What is the exam format?
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate: 65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, 130 minutes, Closed book, Online proctored or test centre (Pearson VUE). Pass mark: Scaled score of 720 (100–1000). Confirm the current version with the awarding body when you book.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Outside India the fee includes one certification exam attempt. Retakes are booked and paid directly with the awarding body.
Are there prerequisites?
No formal prerequisite. AWS recommends around one year of hands‑on experience designing available, cost‑efficient, fault‑tolerant and scalable distributed systems on AWS. Bring a laptop with a modern browser; a lab environment will be provided.
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 40 contact hours to every attendee. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification issues the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements. 3 years from date awarded.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited/authorised partner of AWS; the exam is administered by AWS Certification via Pearson VUE.
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