Credential Earned
This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification, a globally recognized, entry-level cloud credential issued by Microsoft. The course is offered by SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera) and supports earning a shareable certificate and readiness to sit for the AZ-900 proctored exam.
Program Overview
Preparing for the AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Exam is a beginner-level, exam-prep course designed to refresh and reinforce core Azure concepts. It is the final course in the AZ-900 Exam Prep Specialization and focuses on consolidating knowledge across cloud concepts, Azure services, workloads, security, and privacy. The course takes approximately 4 hours to complete and is ideal for learners preparing to test.
Course Content
The course includes one focused module that:
- Reviews key AZ-900 exam domains
- Provides a practice exam mapped to official exam objectives
- Covers test-taking strategies, tips, and certification next steps
Skills Developed
Learners strengthen foundational knowledge in cloud computing concepts, Microsoft Azure services, virtual networking, identity and access management, cloud security, cloud storage, and Azure workloads. The course emphasizes exam readiness rather than hands-on labs.
Career Outcomes
This course supports learners pursuing entry-level IT and cloud roles such as IT Support Specialist, Cloud Support Technician, Junior Cloud Administrator, and Technical Support Associate. It also serves as a stepping stone to advanced Azure, cloud, and cybersecurity certifications.
Industry Credential Value
The AZ-900 certification is widely used as a first Microsoft cloud credential, signaling foundational cloud literacy to employers. For CTE directors, this course provides a low-time, high-impact exam-prep option that helps students confidently complete the certification process and progress into cloud-focused pathways.