Course Overview
AWS Database Specialty Training prepares learners to design, deploy, and manage databases across a wide range of AWS services. This mentor-led course focuses on real-world scenarios involving relational, NoSQL, caching, and data warehousing solutions.
Through practical scenarios, participants will work with Amazon RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, ElastiCache, and Redshift. The course explores migration strategies, database selection, performance optimisation, and cost-efficient architecture design for cloud-native applications.
By the end of the programme, learners will be able to design scalable and resilient database solutions on AWS, manage performance and security, and support modern data-driven applications. The course is aligned with AWS Database Specialty (DBS-C01) certification objectives.
Hands-On Learning
Labs on RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, and migration scenarios
Mentor-Led Sessions
Expert-led sessions with real-world AWS database architecture scenarios
Career-Ready Skills
Multi-service AWS database design and optimisation
Learning Outcomes
Design AWS database architectures
Implement relational and NoSQL solutions
Analyse performance and optimisation strategies
Evaluate migration and modernisation approaches
Lead database selection and design decisions
Communicate cloud database architectures effectively
Prerequisites
Basic AWS or cloud knowledge
Experience with databases and SQL
Understanding of application architecture
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Overview of AWS database services
- Choosing the right database
- Architecture design principles
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
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Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
This programme is aligned with the official exam objectives. Exam registration and certification are managed directly by the awarding body.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of AWS Database Specialty Training, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
Yes, it is aligned with the AWS Database Specialty certification objectives.
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