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AWS Skills Center Seattle is a free training center for anyone in the Seattle community who is curious about cloud computing and future job possibilities in the cloud. The center is designed to help people with little to no technology background.

Access fun and engaging cloud skills training and interactive exhibits, as well as career networking and job placement events with local employers and organizations—all for free.

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This four-part series will guide you through the foundations of computers and networks.

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This three-part series will help you prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

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These sessions will introduce you to typical entry-level job roles and help you plan your path to a cloud career.

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Location and directions

AWS Skills Center Seattle is located in the Kumo building on the Amazon Seattle Campus.

Address: 1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 653-3874
Contact us: aws-skills-center-seattle@amazon.com

Parking is in the Midtown 21 Garage located at 1007 Stewart Street.

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Get Directions:

I-5 North:
Follow I-5 North to Olive Way exit, take EXIT 166
Turn slight RIGHT onto Olive Way
Turn LEFT onto Bellevue Ave
Take the 1st LEFT onto E Denny Way
Take the 2nd LEFT onto Stewart St
Turn RIGHT onto Terry Ave
Kumo will be on the LEFT

I-5 South:
Follow I-5 South to EXIT 166 towards Stewart St/Denny Way
Turn slight RIGHT onto Stewart St
Turn RIGHT onto Terry Ave
Kumo will be on the LEFT

Parking Information: Parking for the AWS Skills Center is in the Midtown 21 Garage (located at 1007 Stewart St), diagonally across the street from the AWS Skills Center and it requires to pull a ticket. There are several other parking spaces available around the building. Amazon does not provide free parking validations.

Hours of operation

Tuesday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm (Cloud Discovery Space only)

Holiday closures:

The AWS Skills Center will be closed for winter break between 24 December, 2023 and 7 January, 2024.

FAQs

General
Planning your visits
Covid precautions

General
- What is AWS Skills Center Seattle?
  
  AWS Skills Center offers free, in-person classes and experiences designed for anyone in the Seattle community who is curious about cloud computing and future career possibilities in the cloud—no technology background necessary. It also features a Cloud Discovery Space with interactive exhibits showcasing robotics, space, machine learning, gaming, and smart home technology to help inspire additional learning.
- What should I expect to learn?
  
  The primary purpose of the foundational learning experiences available at AWS Skills Centers is to guide learners towards outcomes like becoming an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, building introductory-level, solutions-specific cloud skills, or discovering other AWS Training and Certification program offerings. These are critical steps to set learners up as future builders and cloud employees.
- Is everything offered at the Skills Center free?
  
  Yes. Visiting AWS Skills Center is free, as are the foundational classes offered. There may be opportunities for organizations to book the space for events. Please reach out to aws-skills-center-seattle@amazon.com.
Planning your visits
- When is AWS Skills Center Seattle open?
  
  AWS Skills Center Seattle is open to the public as of Nov 22, 2021, Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm (Cloud Discovery Space only, no classes). This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please visit https://aws.amazon.com/training/skills-centers/.
- How many people can the AWS Skills Center accommodate?
  
  The Cloud Discovery Space holds up to 140 learners at full occupancy.
- Who can visit? Do I need to purchase tickets/passes?
  
  Anyone can visit, and all offerings are free of charge. You do not need to register if your group has no more than 20 people. All visitors must sign in at the reception area prior to entering our Cloud Discovery Space, and anyone enrolling in a course must register with our learning management system. Children 14-17 can sign in at the Cloud Discovery Space as guests. All children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
- My group has more than 20 people—how do I register?
  
  Groups with more than 20 people are required to pre-register with our reception team. If you want to schedule a group class, email aws-skills-center-seattle@amazon.com.
- Do courses require registration?
  
  Yes, all AWS Skills Center courses require registration. Signing up in advance for your course helps secure your spot, and courses are filled on a first come basis. You can register online or during your visit.
- Is the AWS Skills Center accessible for visitors with disabilities?
  
  The AWS Skills Center follows accessibility best practices. All exhibits have closed captioning. All areas (Cloud Discovery Space exhibits, classrooms, restrooms) are wheelchair accessible and have seating throughout. If you need further assistance or have questions, please reach out to aws-skills-center-seattle@amazon.com.
- Is there a place to store bags or coats?
  
  Yes, but only for individuals enrolled in classes. Storage areas are in the classrooms.
- Can I take photos and video in the exhibition or classes?
  
  Yes, photos and videos are allowed within the Cloud Discovery Space but not within classroom settings.
Covid precautions
- Are there any restrictions for visitors?
  
  Visitors experiencing flu-like symptoms or that have been in recent contact with a sick person should not visit AWS Skills Center Seattle.
- What are the cleaning/disinfecting procedures?
  
  AWS Skills Center Seattle follows Amazon official guidelines for frequent cleaning and disinfecting.
- Do I need to wear a face covering?
  
  Yes, all occupants of the building must wear a mask at all times (regardless of vaccination status).

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