Program Overview

Helping people launch careers
in the cloud

AWS re/Start is a cohort-based workforce development training program that prepares individuals for careers in the cloud and connects them to potential employers. A technology background is not required to apply.The program is free to the learner and focused on helping unemployed or underemployed individuals launching a new career. AWS re/Start’s collaborating organizations support underrepresented groups, minorities, displaced individuals, young people, and more.

Through coursework and hands-on labs, using real world scenarios, learners can gain the technical skills they need for entry to mid-level cloud roles.AWS re/Start also provides learners with professional skills training like resume and interview coaching to prepare them for employer meetings and job interviews.

Learning Activities

The AWS re/Start program offers a dynamic and adaptable learning experience tailored to each student’s unique learning style and career objectives. Through a combination of hands-on practice, interactive labs, and instructor-led classroom sessions, learners develop essential technical skills, including

Linux
Networking
Databases

Python
Security
AWS Cloud fundamentals

Linux
Python
Networking
Security
Databases
AWS Cloud fundamentals

The program is specifically designed to prepare participants for a variety of cloud and IT roles, such as technical support, systems administration, and cloud engineering. In addition to technical training, the program emphasizes the development of critical workplace skills, including

Effective communication
Resume writing

Team collaboration
Interview preparation

Effective communication
Team collaboration
Resume writing
Interview preparation

This holistic approach ensures learners are fully equipped to transition confidently into professional, cloud-related careers.

Program Agenda

Introduction,
Cloud Foundations

Linux

Linux, Networking

Networking, Security

Security, PythonProgramming

Python Programming, Databases

Databases

AWS Architecture, System Operations Overview, Tooling andAutomation, Compute(Servers)

Compute (Servers), Compute (Scaling and Name Resolution), Compute (Containers and Serverless), Compute (Databases)

Compute (Databases), Networking, Storage and Archiving

Monitoring and Security, Managing Resource Consumption, Creating Automated and Repeatable Deployments

Course wrap-up, Certification preparation, Cloud Practitioner exam

Introduction,
Cloud Foundations

Linux

Linux, Networking

Networking, Security

Security, Python
Programming

Python Programming,
Databases

Databases

AWS Architecture, System
Operations Overview, Tooling and
Automation, Compute
(Servers)

Compute (Servers), Compute
(Scaling and Name Resolution),
Compute (Containers and Serverless),
Compute (Databases)

Compute (Databases),
Networking, Storage and
Archiving

Monitoring and Security,
Managing Resource
Consumption, Creating
Automated and Repeatable
Deployments

Course wrap-up, Certification
preparation, Cloud
Practitioner exam

Learner Criteria

Availability to attend training sessions as defined by collaborating organization

18 years of age or older and unemployed or underemployed

Ability to apply for and pursue a new job after course completion

Excitement to launch a career in cloud computing

Availability to attend training sessions as defined by collaborating organization

Ability to apply for and pursue a new job after course completion

18 years of age or older and unemployed or underemployed

Excitement to launch a career in cloud computing

Availability to attend training sessions as defined by collaborating organization

Ability to apply for and pursue a new job
after course completion

18 years of age or older and unemployed or
underemployed

Excitement to launch a career in cloud computing

Program Benefits

AWS Cloud skills training

Join a cohort of individuals for instructor-led training, labs, and scenario-based exercises designed to support you launching a cloud career.

Prepare for AWS Certification

Once learners have built AWS Cloud services skills, they can prepare for the AWS Certification exams with complimentary access to practice exams and full exams.

Launch your career

Learners receive additional resume and interview coaching to prepare for employer meetings and interviews plus access to the AWS Emerging Talent Community upon graduation.

FAQ

Is there a cost to participate in the AWS re/Start program?

The AWS re/Start program is completely free to the learner.

How long will it take to process my application?

We aim to complete the initial review of your application within 2 weeks of submission.

What is the preparation required for the program?

Have a personal portable computer/notebook and laptop for each class session.

What are the requirements for graduating from the programand receiving AWS Certification?

Attendance
1. Full attendance is expected - This is not a self-study program. If a leaner is absent, they need to provide a justifiable reason for the absence to the instructor;
2. Learners need to catch up on any missed material.

Participation
1. Learners are expected to engage actively in the classroom.
2. Learners must complete all labs.
3. Learners must complete all assessments.
4. Learners must consume all curriculum content.

Progress
1. Learners should score at least 70% overall on assessments (re-takes are acceptable).