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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner in Salalah
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This 2-day course builds cloud fluency through guided labs and case studies, covering concepts, core services, security, pricing, and exam practice.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner is a foundational certification from Amazon Web Services (AWS) that validates understanding of basic cloud concepts, AWS global infrastructure, key services, security, and billing. It is suitable for newcomers to cloud and business, sales, finance, or technical teams seeking a shared vocabulary. Across two days, the course maps to the published exam domains and blends concise theory with hands-on console labs and scenario-based discussions. Learners explore core compute, storage, networking, databases, identity, security, pricing, and support, and work through practical exercises using a safe practice environment. The exam (CLF-C02) has 65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions with 90 minutes to complete. It is closed book, delivered online with remote proctoring or at test centres via Pearson VUE or PSI, uses a scaled score with a passing score of 700, and the certification is valid for 3 years. Amazon Web Services (AWS) owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Explain key cloud concepts, benefits, and common use cases
- Describe global infrastructure (Regions, Availability Zones, edge locations) and the shared responsibility model
- Identify when to use core services for compute, storage, networking, and databases
- Navigate the console to locate services, check service health, and view account settings
- Outline fundamental security, identity, governance, and compliance features and related services
- Estimate costs and compare pricing models using the AWS Pricing Calculator and billing tools
- Differentiate support plans and recognise when to use Trusted Advisor and Service Quotas
- Practise exam-style questions and build a personal study plan for the certification exam
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
2-day AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner agenda
2 instructor-led days (16 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
- 2 recommended days
- Practical work
- 2 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 1Cloud foundations and core servicesCloud Concepts; Cloud Technology and Services
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Cloud concepts, benefits, shared responsibility, and global infrastructure (Regions, AZs, edge)
- 10:45–12:15 · Compute and networking fundamentals: EC2, instance types, Auto Scaling basics, ELB, VPC building blocks
- 13:15–14:45 · Storage and databases: S3, EBS, EFS, Glacier, RDS vs DynamoDB use cases and data lifecycle
- 15:00–16:15 · Application integration and management: Lambda overview, SQS, SNS, CloudWatch and tagging
- 16:15–17:00 · Identity basics: IAM users, groups, roles, policies; least privilege and credential best practice
- 17:00–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions (Domains 1–3) and day wrap-up
Put it into practice
Hands-on: create an S3 bucket with versioning and a lifecycle rule, then launch a secure EC2 instance and apply tags and a security group. Verify basic monitoring in CloudWatch and observe how regions and AZs affect choices.
You’ll take away
Completed lab workbook with notes and screenshots
Day 2Security, pricing, support, and exam preparationSecurity and Compliance; Billing, Pricing and Support; exam preparation
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Recap of Day 1 and Q&A; Well-Architected basics and resilience concepts
- 10:45–12:15 · Identity and access: IAM users, roles, managed policies, MFA, secure access patterns
- 13:15–14:45 · Security, governance, and compliance services: CloudTrail, Config, KMS, GuardDuty, encryption at rest/in transit
- 15:00–16:15 · Pricing, billing, and support: on-demand vs savings options, AWS Pricing Calculator, Cost Explorer; exam-style questions
- 16:15–17:00 · Timed mock exam (approx. 30 questions) with debrief and targeted review
- 17:00–17:30 · Exam booking guidance (online proctor or test centre), recertification policy, and personal study plan
Put it into practice
Hands-on: configure IAM users and groups with managed policies, enable MFA, and set a CloudWatch billing alarm in a sandbox account. Use the AWS Pricing Calculator to estimate a simple workload and compare pricing models.
You’ll take away
Personalised study plan, mock exam report, and exam booking checklist
Bring it all together
Certification exam: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02), awarded by Amazon Web Services (AWS). 65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, 90 minutes, closed book, Online proctored or test centre via Pearson VUE or PSI. Pass mark: Scaled score of 700 (on a 100–1000 scale). Validity: 3 years from the date earned. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 16 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 2 days, 16 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS) 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) owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD ≈ AED 10,280 |
Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD ≈ AED 16,530 |
Included |
Local amounts are indicative only, converted at the rate captured on 2026-10-02. You are charged in USD and your bank sets the final rate.
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 prerequisites. Recommended: around six months’ exposure to the AWS Cloud and basic IT knowledge. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and power supply; a lab environment will be provided (an AWS account is optional).
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
- Salalah, Oman
- Local timezone
- Asia/Muscat
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Salalah, Oman
- Local timezone
- Asia/Muscat
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Salalah, Oman
- Local timezone
- Asia/Muscat
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
2 days, 16 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 Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): 65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, 90 minutes, closed book, Online proctored or test centre via Pearson VUE or PSI. Pass mark: Scaled score of 700 (on a 100–1000 scale). 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 prerequisites. Recommended: around six months’ exposure to the AWS Cloud and basic IT knowledge. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and power supply; a lab environment will be provided (an AWS account is optional).
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 16 contact hours to every attendee. Amazon Web Services (AWS) issues the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements. 3 years from the date earned.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited/authorised partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS). The exam is administered by AWS via test delivery providers Pearson VUE and PSI.
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