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Amazon Web Services (AWS) is offering 100% free certification vouchers for its Foundational and Associate level certifications through AWS Educate. This initiative helps learners gain industry recognized AWS certifications without financial barriers. This guide explains everything you need to know about AWS Educate, the Emerging Talent Community (ETC), and how you can earn points to claim your free AWS certification voucher. Let’s dive in!
What is AWS Educate?
AWS Educate is a free learning platform designed for students and educators, offering access to cloud training, hands on labs, and real world projects. Through AWS Educate, learners can build cloud skills and prepare for AWS certification exams.
Benefits of AWS Educate:
- Free access to AWS learning resources
- Hands on labs and real world cloud experience
- Opportunities to earn AWS certification vouchers
- Connection with AWS Emerging Talent Community (ETC)
Introducing AWS Certification Vouchers
AWS is offering 100% free vouchers for Foundational and Associate level certifications. This allows you to earn highly valued AWS certifications at no cost.
Foundational Level (4,500 points required)
Covers:
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01)
- AWS Certified AI Practitioner
⏳ Expires: August 31, 2025
Associate Level (5,200 points required)
Covers:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- AWS Certified Developer – Associate
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
- AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate
- AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate
⏳ Expires: August 31, 2025
What is the AWS Emerging Talent Community (ETC)?
The AWS Emerging Talent Community (ETC) is a program within AWS Educate that helps learners earn points for completing courses, quizzes, and tasks. These points can be redeemed for AWS certification exam vouchers.
How to Qualify for the AWS Emerging Talent Community (ETC)?
To join ETC, you must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Earn at least one badge from AWS Educate, AWS re/Start, or AWS Academy
- Complete ETC onboarding steps
Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you will see the Emerging Talent Community tab in your AWS Educate profile.
Step by Step Guide to Claim Your Free AWS Certification Voucher 🛠️
1. Sign Up for AWS Educate
- Visit AWS Educate
- Create an account using your email
- Complete the AWS Educate badge course
2. Join the Emerging Talent Community (ETC)
- Log into AWS Educate
- Click on “Emerging Talent Community” in the top navigation bar
- Complete onboarding and start earning points
3. Earn Points by Completing Activities
- Read articles
- Watch videos
- Take quizzes and surveys
- Complete hands on labs
Note: Points are updated within 72 hours
4. Complete AWS Skill Builder Training
To qualify for a free voucher, you must:
- Complete an AWS Skill Builder exam prep course.
- Score at least 70% on the AWS Skill Builder practice exam.
- Score at least 80% on the AWS Skill Builder badge readiness path exam.
5. Redeem Your AWS Certification Voucher
- Go to the Rewards tab in the Emerging Talent Community
- Claim your 100% free AWS certification voucher
- Use the voucher to schedule your AWS exam
Approval process: AWS reviews requests within 3 business days.
Important Notes
- Make sure your AWS Skill Builder email matches your AWS Educate email
- AWS certification vouchers expire on August 31, 2025
- Once approved, use your voucher before the expiration date
List of AWS Skill Builder Exam Prep Courses
Foundational Certification Courses:
- Cloud Practitioner
- AI Practitioner
Associate Certification Courses:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- AWS Certified Developer – Associate
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
- AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate
- AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate
Why Get AWS Certified?
- Boost your resume and stand out in the job market.
- Validate your cloud skills with industry recognized certifications.
- Get better career opportunities in AWS Cloud, AI, and DevOps.
- Become part of the growing AWS community.
Conclusion: The AWS Educate Voucher Program is a golden opportunity to get AWS certified for free. By following simple steps joining AWS Educate, participating in the Emerging Talent Community, completing AWS Skill Builder training, and redeeming points you can earn free AWS certification vouchers. Sign up for AWS Educate, complete the required training, and claim your free certification voucher today!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Sign up today, start learning, and claim your free AWS certification!
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Top comments (14)
Complete an AWS Skill Builder exam prep course.
Score at least 70% on the AWS Skill Builder practice exam.
Score at least 80% on the AWS Skill Builder badge readiness path exam.
could you please provide links for these for solutions architect associate exam
As I am facing issues in finding these
I have completed these but still getting denied or the voucher
Hi Gokul,
Let me get it for you.
I have completed Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate and Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate. Why is my request getting denied still, I have requested 3 times after completing the courses still it is getting denied.
HI Gokul,
These are other preparation for eligibility you can try another one
Qualifying AWS Skill Builder Exam Prep courses are:
Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate
Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified Developer - Associate
Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified Data Engineer-Associate
Exam Prep Standard Course: AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer- Associate
Qualifying AWS Skill Builder Official Practice Question Sets are:
Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate
Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified Developer - Associate
Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified Data Engineer- Associate
Exam Prep Official Practice Question Set: AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer- Associate
As you see I did both standard plan and practice test for solutions architect associate still I am facing this issue
How many times you've tried? You tried many times then it might possibility is there is limitations if not wait for 1-2 days and try again
Hello All,
I’ve completed the required courses, but I’m not sure if I’m on the right track to earn reward points for the AWS SysOps Associate certification. Could someone guide me through the process?
i'm not able to see updated rewards also
Hey! Great to hear you’ve completed the required courses you’re definitely on the right track. Sometimes, the rewards dashboard takes 2–3 days to reflect the updates. I’d recommend waiting a bit and checking again. If it still doesn't show up after that, you can reach out to AWS Skill Builder support for assistance. You're almost there, keep going!
I’m unable to forgot my password could you please help on how to set password I just opened new account?
Hey wait for sometime you will receive email from AWS educate to set your password.
Yes I’ve received mail after 3 hours I’ve setup password now thank you
Yup You're Welcome
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