Description:
Are you passionate about cloud technology and eager to explore new career possibilities?
The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD - OIT AWS Ready Comets Program) is thrilled to collaborate with the AWS Skills Centers to bring you all an exclusive Cloud Practitioner training sessions. This initiative is designed to empower UTD students with valuable cloud computing skills, live cloud practice session and tips for AWS Cloud Practioner Exam from the people who make the test! Whether you're just starting your cloud journey or looking to advance your skills, this program has something for everyone.

Date:  Every Friday, March 21 – April 18 from 1 pm – 3 pm

Location: Virtual

Event Schedule:

• Becoming a Cloud Practitioner - Cloud Services:
  Session to be held 1- 3pm on Friday, March 21 and Friday, March 28.
   
• Becoming a Cloud Practitioner with practical labs:
  Access to the labs environment will be granted to registered learners. A 2-hour open session for questions and review of the labs will be held from 1-3 pm on Friday, April 4.
   
• Exam Readiness - AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner:
  Session to be held 1-3 pm on Friday, April 11 and Friday, April 18.

Advantages: As a participant, you will:

• Gain hands-on experience with AWS technologies and develop cloud computing skills highly sought after in the job market.
• Prepare for AWS certifications.
• Participate in interactive exhibits and live classes with AWS instructors.
• Build a professional network with AWS experts, faculty, industry professionals, and fellow cloud enthusiasts.
• Contribute to UTD’s growing cloud community and innovation ecosystem.

Eligibility:

• Open to all UTD students, faculty and staff regardless of major or academic level.
• No prior cloud computing experience required.
• Strong interest in technology and willingness to learn.

Program Benefits:

• Free AWS training resources: Access to official AWS training materials and labs.
• Mentorship: Guidance from AWS experts.
• Networking events: Exclusive invitations to AWS-related events and workshops.

How to Apply: Start your cloud journey today! Interested students should register for all of the events using the following links:
AWS Skills Centers: Becoming a Cloud Practitioner - Theory Session

AWS Skills Centers: Becoming a Cloud Practitioner Lab Session

AWS Skills Centers: Exam Prep - AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)

Attention UTD Comets:

Please fill out the interest form using the link below:
Interest Form

Disclaimer: Filling out the form only expresses your interest. You must complete an individual registration on the AWS Skills Centers portal as well

Important Dates:

• Application deadline: March 21
• Program start date: March 21
• Program End date: April 18
• Event dates: Every Friday, March 21 – April 18 from 1 pm – 3 pm CST

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to enhance your career prospects in the rapidly growing field of cloud computing!