| Course | Duration | ||
| Cloud Essentials | 5 days |
| The CompTIA Cloud Essentials specialty certification demonstrates an individual knows what cloud computing means from a business and technical perspective, as well as what is involved in moving to and governing the cloud. |
The CompTIA Cloud Essentials exam covers:
- Characteristics of cloud services from a business perspective
- Business value of cloud computing
- Technical perspective/cloud types
- Steps to successful adoption
- Impact and changes on IT service management
- Risks and consequences
The Cloud Essentials exam objectives were originally developed by ITpreneurs in cooperation with the Cloud Credential Council, a membership body dedicated to vendor-neutral training in cloud computing and comprised of companies including IBM, Cisco, EMC, HP and ING.
While it is not required, CompTIA recommends that a candidate have at least six months of experience in an IT environment, with direct involvement in IT-related tasks, responsibilities or decision-making.
| Test Details | |
| Number of questions | 50 |
| Length of test | 60 minutes |
| Passing score | 720 |
| Recommended experience | At least six months of experience in an IT environment, with direct involvement in IT-related tasks, responsibilities or decision-making |
| Languages | English |
| Exam code | CLO-001 |