AWS Certified Big Data - Specialty (BDS-C00)
BDS-C00
A Specialty-level exam on the Data Analytics track, covering Collection, Storage, Processing, and more, recommended for candidates with at least 36 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 65 questions in 170 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 170 min
- Exam Questions
- 65
- Exam Fee
- $300
- Format
- multiple-choice / multiple-response
- Exp. Needed
- 36 months
- Cert Valid
- 3 yr
- Languages
- English
What the BDS-C00 Exam Covers
5 official domains
Collection
Storage
Processing
Analysis and Visualization
Security
Who Should Take This
BDS-C00 target roles
Certification Path
Specialty · Data Analytics
| Prerequisites | None |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | BDS-C00 |
BDS-C00 exam guide
How hard is the BDS-C00 exam?
most candidates prepare with at least 36 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
What is the BDS-C00 exam format?
Expect around 65 questions, 170 minutes to complete, formats include multiple-choice,multiple-response, the current blueprint is version v1.0, the official exam fee is $300 USD. It is offered in English. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the BDS-C00 exam?
This is a specialty-level certification, the prerequisite is none, typical target roles include data engineer, big data architect, data analyst. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the BDS-C00?
Candidates who pass usually continue with None, this exam sits on the Data Analytics track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the BDS-C00 certification?
The certification remains valid for 3 years, renewal is possible via pass current exam. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.