AWS Cloud Institute

FAQs

• Why AWS Cloud Institute?

  AWS Cloud Institute is designed to take you from a non-tech role to a role where you’re developing in the AWS Cloud in as little as one year. Anyone who can successfully complete the AWS Cloud Institute Intro Course (which is part of the application process) could successfully complete the program.

  The curriculum includes 12 courses of digital training supported by instructor-led courses that can be taken live or on-demand, 100+ interactive labs, two capstone projects, and the creation of assets that can be put into a portfolio illustrating the learner’s technical knowledge and capabilities for potential employers. If you’re interested in launching your career in cloud, AWS Cloud Institute may be for you – regardless of your technical background.

• Are there pre-requisites for the program?

  Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalency such as a GED, HiSET, associate’s degree, or international secondary education equivalents but there are no higher education (e.g., BA or BS) or work experience requirements. To be invited to enroll, all applicants must complete the application form and the intro course.

• What is the application and enrollment process for AWS Cloud Institute?

  Applying to AWS Cloud Institute is easy! Simply confirm you are eligible for the program by completing the application form (less than 5 min) and the intro course. Once complete, our team will review your application for completeness and you will be invited to enroll on a first-come, first-served basis.

  If accepted, you'll receive an email with instructions to enroll. Applicant's will be invited to enroll on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited, so if capacity fills before you enroll, you will be invited to enroll again when availability allows. Start your application or check out the application step-by-step guide. Application will take approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

  If you have additional questions please contact us.

• How long does will it take for me to graduate from AWS Cloud Institute?

  It depends on the pace you choose! All AWS Cloud Institute graduates will complete 12 courses and can opt-in to full-time or part-time pacing to complete them. Full-time learners can complete the program in 1 year by taking 3 courses per quarter (for 4 quarters). Part-time learners taking 2 courses per quarter can complete the program in 18 months and a 1 course per quarter commitment will take 3 years. If you choose to increase or decrease your course load it will impact the time it takes for you to complete the program.

  The weekly time commitment is approximated as follows: 

  • 3 courses: 30+ hours / week
  • 2 courses: 20 hours / week
  • 1 course: 10 hours / week
• Am I able to unenroll?

  Yes. You are able to withdraw from any course, at any time. When you withdraw from a course, you will retain access to that course until the end of the current monthly billing period. After the billing period expires, access will end and you will no longer be charged for any further months for that course. Refunds for months already completed or billed will not be issued.

• If I already have an AWS Certification, can it be applied towards my program completion?

  While we love to see that you’re already building your cloud skills, AWS Cloud Institute is designed to help you gain invaluable hands-on experience through all 12 of our courses. Any AWS Certifications you have won’t be applied towards your program completion.

• What equipment do I need once enrolled?

  You will need access to a modern desktop or laptop computer with broadband internet connection. AWS Cloud Institute cannot be completed using a mobile device such as a tablet or mobile phone.

  Supported web browsers include Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari. Your browser settings must enable JavaScript, third-party cookies, and localStorage, and TLS Version 1.2. Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Operating system: Windows 10 and later with up-to-date drivers or macOS10.13 and later
  • Processor: Intel Dual-Core CPU 2.XX GHz or AMD processor equivalent, M1 chip or Intel CPU-based Dual-Core
  • Memory: At least 4GB of RAM
     
• What certifications will I earn?

  All AWS Cloud Institute graduates will receive a digital badge that certifies your completion of the program. AWS Cloud Institute will also prepare you to take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and AWS Certified Developer - Associate exams during the program. You will receive vouchers for these exams upon successful completion of the prerequisite courses (Introduction to Cloud Foundations and Developer Fundamentals IV).

• Can my employer pay for me to enroll in AWS Cloud Institute?

  Yes. Some companies may have reimbursement programs that you may qualify for. We recommend checking with your employer to determine if these benefits exist and how you might be able to leverage them. 

• Does AWS Cloud Institute offer tuition assistance, grants, or scholarships?

  AWS Cloud Institute is excited to offer Learner Grants to reduce cost as a barrier for a select number of learners with financial constraints. Learner Grants cover partial AWS Cloud Institute course fees, and are available for full-time and part-time learners. To learn more about Learner Grants and the grant application timeline, please visit the AWS Cloud Institute Resource Hub.