{"id":74903,"date":"2020-04-09T10:43:26","date_gmt":"2020-04-09T10:43:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=74903"},"modified":"2024-03-12T15:30:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T10:00:42","slug":"aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/","title":{"rendered":"AWS Solutions Architect Associate &#8211; Should I Take AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03 Exam?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Many candidates aspiring for the job role of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/how-to-start-career-as-aws-solution-architect\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AWS Solutions Architect<\/a> are now facing the confusion of choosing between <\/span><span class=\"s2\">AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">. Both versions are suitable for the AWS Solutions Architect certification. However, AWS has recently extended the expiration date of its existing SAA-C02 exam by six months. Therefore, candidates are now worried about the choices for picking from the new or the old exam. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s2\">difference between SAA-C02 and SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> is that the SAA-C03 is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-solutions-architect-associate-beta-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification exam<\/a>. Since the SAA-C02 exam was about to retire on <b>August 29th 2022<\/b> , many candidates might have made up their minds to sit for SAA-C03. So, which one is the better option among the two? The following discussion will help you make an informed choice from the two options you have to become an AWS Solutions Architect Associate.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/#Why_Should_I_Choose_an_Exam_for_AWS_Solutions_Architect_Associate_Certification\" >Why Should I Choose an Exam for AWS Solutions Architect Associate Certification?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/#Differences_between_the_SAA-C02_and_SAA-C03_Exams\" >Differences between the SAA-C02 and SAA-C03 Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/#Tips_to_Prepare_for_the_AWS_Solutions_Architect_Certification_Exam\" >Tips to Prepare for the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/#Are_You_Ready_to_Make_the_Right_Choice\" >Are You Ready to Make the Right Choice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-saa-c01-or-saa-c02\/#SUMMARY\" >SUMMARY<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_I_Choose_an_Exam_for_AWS_Solutions_Architect_Associate_Certification\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Why Should I Choose an Exam for AWS Solutions Architect Associate Certification?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Before diving into the reasons to go for\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s2\">AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">, it is important to note some facts. First of all, readers should know that the SAA-C02 exam will be available until <b>August 29th 2022<\/b>\u00a0. So, you have a lot of time to explore the<\/span><span class=\"s2\"> SAA-C02 study guide<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0and prepare well for the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Candidates will still get a certification that is valid for three years by qualifying for the SAA-C02 exam. The release date for SAA-C02 was March 23, 2020. So, now the AWS SAA-C02 and SAA-C03 would be available concurrently for a short period of time upto August 29th 2022. Now, you can clearly see the main reason for diving into the debate of <\/span><span class=\"s2\">SAA-C02 vs SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differences_between_the_SAA-C02_and_SAA-C03_Exams\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Differences between the <span class=\"s2\">SAA-C02 and SAA-C03 <\/span>Exams<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">A closer look at the\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s2\">difference between SAA-C02 and SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0can help in arriving at a promising decision. The exam format would not show any changes, and the number of questions will also, most likely, be the same.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84614 size-full\" title=\"Difference between SAA-C02 vs SAA-C03\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-scaled.webp\" alt=\"SAA-C03\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-300x240.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-1024x819.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-768x614.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-1536x1229.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-2048x1638.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-525x420.webp 525w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-640x512.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-681x545.webp 681w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AWS-CSAA-Objectives-comparison-1-150x120.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">Content Outline<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The content outline i.e., domains covered in the exams, differs considerably. For example, in the case of the SAA-C02 exam, you can find four domains, wherein the case of aws saa c03, there are four domains but the difference in new SAA-C03 is about weightage of the exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate exam is the current third-highest-paying IT Certification, according to a recent PCMag poll for the year 2022. Average annual earnings for AWS Certified Solutions Architects are $159,033. This can be assigned to the quick and ongoing transition of both small- and medium-sized businesses and major corporations to cloud computing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">As a result, you can witness considerable changes in the weighting of the other domains in the SAA-C03 certification exam. For example, the domain related to designing resilient architectures witnessed a substantial change from 30% to 26%.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">Exam Format<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Now, candidates might want to know about comparisons of exam format in <\/span><span class=\"s2\">AWS SAA-C02 vs SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> exams. As a matter of fact, there is no significant change as you expected. The style and format of questions in the SAA-C03 exam are very similar to that of SAA-C02. The majority of the questions will present a scenario in the form of 1 to 2 lines associated with a specific question. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Therefore, candidates won\u2019t have to struggle in navigating the format and style of the new SAA-C03 exam. The response formats are also critical factors that candidates evaluate for any potential changes, especially when comparing <\/span><span class=\"s2\">SAA-C02 vs SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> exams. You can find two response formats in the SAA-C03 exam, just like the SAA-C02 exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Make the Right Decision<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">So, the best course for candidates, in this case, would be to prepare for the SAA-C03 exam. Why? The primary reason to choose from <\/span><span class=\"s2\">AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> exams is the choice of a certification that proves expertise in new AWS technologies. The newly updated certification i.e., SAA-C03, reflects on new and emerging changes in the AWS landscape. Therefore, AWS SAA-C03 will be the ideal choice for candidates looking for long-term career opportunities on AWS.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Prepare_for_the_AWS_Solutions_Architect_Certification_Exam\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Tips to Prepare for the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">After clearing your doubts regarding differences in the\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s2\">SAA-C02 vs SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0exams, let us focus on some brief pointers to prepare for the exam you choose.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">Download the Exam Outline and Use It as Your Study Guide\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The first and foremost requirement to prepare for the AWS SAA-C03 exam is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-solutions-architect-associate-exam-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">SAA-C03 study guide<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\">. Similarly, you would need the study guide for SAA-C02 if you are preparing for it. The study guide presents recommended learning resources to prepare effectively for the exam. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Most important of all, you should visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/aws.amazon.com\/certification\/certified-solutions-architect-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official AWS certification page<\/a> and download the exam outline. The exam outline helps you identify the different topics covered in the exam, thereby helping you find the ideal learning materials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read : <span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Preparation Guide on New AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Exam SAA-C03&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:1077823,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Lato, sans-serif&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11,&quot;17&quot;:1,&quot;23&quot;:1}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/new-aws-csaa-exam-preparation-released-march-2020\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/new-aws-csaa-exam-preparation-released-march-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Preparation Guide on New AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Exam SAA-C03<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">Choose Helpful Online Training Courses\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The following step for any candidate should be to go for\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s2\">AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03<\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0online training courses. According to the exam of your choice, you can select the ideal training courses from trustworthy portals such as Whizlabs. Online training courses help you drive your preparations in the right direction with a clear impression of exam objectives. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Therefore, you can specialize in topics related to the exam without having to mug up the whole syllabus. Most important of all, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-solutions-architect-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AWS CSAA online training course<\/a> helps candidates in accessing helpful insights and information from subject matter experts and qualified professionals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">Practice Can Only Help You Achieve Perfection<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After training, candidates should validate their knowledge in practical tasks that would be in the exam. Therefore, SAA-C03 exam practice tests and sample questions can help candidates in gaining a thorough impression of their skills. Practice tests offer detailed visual reports of the outcomes of the candidate\u2019s attempts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The reports can help you identify the exact areas where you need improvement. In addition, practice tests are also a unique tool for exploring the same problem from multiple perspectives. As you take practice tests, again and again, you are more likely to develop innovative approaches for solving the questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_You_Ready_to_Make_the_Right_Choice\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Are You Ready to Make the Right Choice?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Now, the decision is up to you! Both the exams i.e., SAA-C02 and SAA-C03, are ideal choices for becoming an AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate. However, the SAA-C03 exam reflects more on the updated AWS technologies. The ultimate objective of any individual seeking AWS certification is a promising career. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">SAA-C03 offers you validation of expertise in new technologies that solution architects have to use on the AWS platform. However, the one thing that shall remain constant is the dedication required for qualifying an AWS certification exam. Candidates have to be very careful with the choice of the exam and the selection of reliable sources for preparation. If you want to become an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-solutions-architect-professional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect<\/a>, you have two options. Make the most of the one you choose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We at Whizlabs move with the trends and so, we&#8217;ve updated our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-solutions-architect-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AWS Solutions Architect Associate training course<\/a> to be aligned with both versions of the AWS CSAA exams. So, enroll now and get ready to become an AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SUMMARY\"><\/span><strong>SUMMARY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These AWS Solutions Architect Associate exam questions closely resemble the actual exam and are excellent for pinpointing your areas of improvement. Once you\u2019re confident and consistently scoring above 80% in this certification mock tests, you\u2019ll be well-prepared to pass the real exam on your first try.<\/p>\n<p>Whizlabs offers a range of resources to aid in your exam preparation, including practice tests, video courses, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0Hands-on Labs<\/a>, and access to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/sandbox\">sandbox\u00a0<\/a>for real-time experiences.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any further questions or concerns, please don\u2019t hesitate to leave a comment<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many candidates aspiring for the job role of AWS Solutions Architect are now facing the confusion of choosing between AWS SAA-C02 or SAA-C03. Both versions are suitable for the AWS Solutions Architect certification. However, AWS has recently extended the expiration date of its existing SAA-C02 exam by six months. Therefore, candidates are now worried about the choices for picking from the new or the old exam. The\u00a0difference between SAA-C02 and SAA-C03 is that the SAA-C03 is the new AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification exam. Since the SAA-C02 exam was about to retire on August 29th 2022 , many candidates might 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