Databricks Certified Data Analyst Associate
Use the Databricks SQL service to complete introductory data analysis tasks
Databricks Certified Data Analyst Associate
The Databricks Certified Data Analyst Associate certification exam assesses an individual’s ability to use the Databricks SQL service to complete introductory data analysis tasks. This includes an understanding of the Databricks SQL service and its capabilities, an ability to manage data with Databricks tools following best practices, using SQL to complete data tasks in the Lakehouse, creating production-grade data visualizations and dashboards, and developing analytics applications to solve common data analytics problems. Individuals who pass this certification exam can be expected to complete basic data analysis tasks using Databricks SQL and its associated capabilities.
The exam covers:
- Databricks SQL – 22%
- Data Management – 20%
- SQL – 29%
- Data Visualization and Dashboards – 18%
- Analytics Applications – 11%
Assessment Details
Type: Proctored certification
Total number of questions: 45
Time limit: 90 minutes
Registration fee: $200
Question types: Multiple choice
Test aides: None allowed
Languages: English
Delivery method: Online proctored
Prerequisites: None, but related training highly recommended
Recommended experience: 6+ months of hands-on experience performing the data analysis tasks outlined in the exam guide
Validity period: 2 years
Recertification: Recertification is required every two years to maintain your certified status. To recertify, you must take the current version of the exam. Please review the “Getting Ready for the Exam” section below to prepare for your recertification exam.
Unscored content: Exams may include unscored items to gather statistical information for future use. These items are not identified on the form and do not impact your score. Additional time is factored into the exam to account for this content.
Related Training
- Instructor-led: Data Analysis with Databricks
- Self-paced (available in Databricks Academy): Data Analysis with Databricks. This self-paced course will soon be replaced with the following two modules.
- AI/BI for Data Analysts
- SQL Analytics on Databricks
Getting Ready for the Exam
- Review the Data Analyst Associate Exam Guide to understand what will be on the exam
- Take the related training
- Register for the exam
- Review the technical requirements for taking an online proctored exam and run a system check
- Review the exam guide again to identify any gaps
- Study to fill in the gaps
- Take your exam!
The certification exam will assess the tester’s ability to use SQL. In all cases, the SQL in this certification exam adheres to ANSI SQL standards.
Registration
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