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Cloud Computing Courses and Certifications

Where to learn cloud computing and which certifications to take, in a sensible order.

32 topics•7 categories•Updated October 2026

Start Here

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This page is the short guide. The two full directories hold the complete lists of courses and certifications.

01Cloud Computing CoursesFull directory of MOOCs, provider training and labs, free tutorials and Indian training institutes. 02Cloud Computing CertificationsFull directory of AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, vendor-neutral and cloud security certifications. 03Cloud ComputingCloud computing hub on this site.

Step 1: Fundamentals

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Start with a provider's entry-level credential to learn the shared vocabulary of cloud: regions, compute, storage, networking, pricing and shared responsibility. These exams assume little or no hands-on experience.

04AWS Certified Cloud PractitionerEntry-level AWS credential covering core cloud concepts, services, security and pricing. 05Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)Entry-level Microsoft credential covering cloud concepts and core Azure services. 06Cloud Digital LeaderEntry-level Google Cloud credential aimed at people who need to understand cloud and its business value. 07Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)Entry-level cloud native and Kubernetes credential from the Linux Foundation and CNCF.

Step 2: Associate Level

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Move to a role-based credential once you have built something on one cloud. Pick one provider and go deep before adding a second.

08AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateDesigning resilient, secure and cost-aware architectures on AWS. 09AWS Certified Developer – AssociateDeveloping and deploying applications on AWS. 10Azure Administrator AssociateImplementing and managing Azure compute, storage, networking and identity. 11Azure Developer AssociateBuilding and maintaining cloud applications on Azure. 12Associate Cloud EngineerDeploying and operating workloads on Google Cloud.

Step 3: Professional and Specialist

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Architect-level and platform credentials suit people with several years of cloud design and operations experience.

13Azure Solutions Architect ExpertExpert-level Azure architecture covering identity, data, infrastructure and business continuity. 14Professional Cloud ArchitectProfessional-level Google Cloud architecture and solution design. 15Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)Hands-on, performance-based exam on administering Kubernetes clusters. 16HashiCorp CertificationsCredentials for Terraform, Vault and other infrastructure automation tools.

Cloud Security and Vendor-Neutral

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Credentials that are not tied to one cloud provider.

17CCSK (Cloud Security Alliance)Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge, a vendor-neutral cloud security credential. 18CCSP (ISC2)Certified Cloud Security Professional, aimed at experienced security practitioners. 19CompTIA Cloud+Vendor-neutral credential for cloud infrastructure and operations.

Where to Learn

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Courses and labs to prepare for the steps above or to learn without an exam.

20AWS Skill BuilderAWS learning platform with courses, labs and exam preparation. 21Microsoft Learn: TrainingFree learning paths and modules for Azure and other Microsoft cloud services. 22Google Skills (formerly Cloud Skills Boost)Google Cloud learning paths with hands-on labs. 23Cloud Computing Specialization (Coursera)University-level specialization on cloud computing concepts. 24Udacity School of Cloud ComputingProject-based nanodegree programs on cloud topics. 25KodeKloudHands-on training for cloud, DevOps and Kubernetes. 26NPTELFree university courses from Indian institutes, including cloud computing. 27roadmap.sh: DevOpsFree roadmap that shows how cloud skills fit into a DevOps path.

Related Pages

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Neighbouring pages on this site.

28Cloud Computing BooksBooks on cloud computing. 29Cloud Computing ResourcesCloud computing resources and links. 30IT CertificationsIT certifications directory. 31IT Training Service ProvidersTraining providers directory. 32AI CertificationsAI certifications and courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cloud certification should I take first?

Start with the fundamentals credential of the provider you will actually use: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or Google Cloud Digital Leader. They teach the common vocabulary and are a gentle introduction to exams.

Do I need a certification to work in cloud?

No. Certifications help show a baseline of knowledge, but employers also look for hands-on projects. Combine study with real practice in a free tier or lab environment.

Should I learn one cloud or several?

Learn one in depth first, then add a second. Core ideas such as networking, identity, storage and cost control carry across providers.

Is Kubernetes certification worth it?

If you will run containers, KCNA is a light introduction and CKA is a hands-on exam that proves administration skills. Both are vendor-neutral.

Where are the full lists?

The Cloud Computing Courses and Cloud Computing Certifications pages on this site list every provider and course in this guide and more.

How current is this page?

Links were checked in October 2026. Exam names, versions, prices and retirement dates change often, so confirm each detail on the provider's own page. This page is a curated shortlist drawn from the two full directories linked in the first section; listing is not an endorsement. Sites that block automated checks are kept and may need a manual click.