AWS Cloud Practitioner


Course number : 2040061    ID : 23685    Section Number : 31E

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Prerequisite:

New Requirement: All students must complete the free IT Orientation before enrolling. The orientation provides an overview of program expectations, course technology, and certification exam requirements.

Students must also have one of the following: Before registering, complete the IT Course Prerequisite Form and upload proof of one of the listed prerequisites. Students who register without submitting proof will be dropped from the course.
 
Course Description:

Learn@Home: Instructor-led, Live via Zoom and CANVAS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications are some of the most sought-after credentials in the IT industry. Start your pathway to becoming a cloud professional with the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. You will gain an understanding of the AWS Cloud platform and learn about AWS core services, security architecture, pricing, and support services.
 
What is Expected:

Certification prep courses are rigorous and require strong commitment both during and after the instructor-led sessions. To successfully complete the course, you must:
  • Attend at least 70% of all scheduled Instructor-Led Training (ILT lecture) hours.
  • Complete all assignments and requirements set by your instructor.
  • Continue your learning during the 21-day Independent Study & Exam Completion period following the instructor-led portion.
  • Schedule and take your certification exam no later than the final day of the Independent Study period.
  • Upload your official exam score report within two days of taking the exam (pass or fail).
View the Course Calendar (PDF coming soon) for a visual outline of ILT sessions and the Independent Study period.
 
What is Included:

Digital textbook and industry certification exam voucher. Students receive the digital textbook ($51) on the first day of class, and it is non-refundable once class begins.
 
Additional Information:
 
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward provides short-term training for industry-recognized credentials in high-demand fields. Eligible Virginia residents pay only one-third of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet Virginia domicile requirements (living in Virginia for at least one year with the intent to remain). A domicile form is included in the registration process. Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Financial Assistance (FANTIC/G3) may cover the student portion (1/3 of the tuition), reducing your cost to $0. Complete the Financial Assistance Survey to see if you qualify. Learn more about FastForward.

AWS Cloud Practitioner Pricing:
  • Regular/Full Price: $1,428
  • FastForward Price: $476
  • FastForward plus G3 Price: $0
 
Credit for Prior Learning allows you to earn credit for college-level knowledge that you have already acquired and accelerates the completion of your educational goals. NOVA accepts select industry credentials for college credit. The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification is approved for Credit for Prior Learning for the following classes at NOVA: ITN 257
 
This program cannot be combined with any other discounts/promotions.
 
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Class Details

27 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Weekly - Mon, Wed.  
  Weekly - Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed.  

Location : NOVA Workforce Online Class Location : 
  NOVA Workforce Online Class.

Instructor : Multiple

CEUs : 2.4

 

Notice

Please read:  Learn@Home: Instructor-led, Live via Zoom and CANVAS - Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on the class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. See Zoom Class Requirements for more details.

This class also requires the use of your myNOVA account and the CANVAS online classroom. Please follow these instructions on how to activate your myNOVA account before the first day of class: How to access myNOVA and Canvas

Important: By enrolling in this class as part of the FastForward - New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG) and as a condition to receiving a grant, the student agrees to the following terms and conditions as specified in the WCG Agreement (Preview PDF).This agreement will be completed electronically during registration.

Tuition:  $1,428.00

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
9/14/2026 - 9/30/2026 Weekly - Mon, Wed 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM VIRTUAL-ONLINE, NOVA Workforce Online Class  Map, Room: Online Shahpar Islam  Lecture
10/1/2026 - 10/21/2026 Weekly - Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 12:01 AM - 11:59 PM VIRTUAL-ONLINE, NOVA Workforce Online Class  Map, Room: Online TBD TBD  Independent Study

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