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BytePlus Academy Certifications
Validate and build your skills and credibility with BytePlus Academy Certifications. These certifications are designed to validate skills starting from our suite of BytePlus products and solutions. Explore our learning paths from BytePlus Academy to find training that helps you build skills and prepare for BytePlus Certification.
Get Started with BytePlus Academy Certifications
Take our learning modules available on BytePlus Academy via Partner Central. You will receive a BytePlus Certificate of completion as you complete modules related to BytePlus Products & Solutions. You can also visit our online Documentation Center for resources that can help prepare for selected industry-recognised certification exams for BytePlus Product and Solutions.
Available BytePlus Academy Certifications
BytePlus Academy offers a growing portfolio of learning modules and certifications designed to meet the evolving needs of BytePlus partners.
BytePlus Cloud Essentials Certification
The BytePlus Cloud Essentials Certification validates foundational knowledge of cloud computing and the BytePlus platform. It is tailored for partner enablement and serves as the entry point into the BytePlus certification program.
Target Audience
- Partner engineers, cloud consultants, and technical account managers
- Professionals new to cloud or transitioning from other cloud providers (AWS, Alibaba, GCP)
- Roles focused on cloud strategy, pre-sales, delivery, and solution integration
Exam Format
- Total Questions: 60
- Exam Duration: 90 minutes
- Question Format: Multiple choice, True/False, Multi-select
- Passing Score: 65%
- Language: English
- Delivery: Online proctored Pearson VUE
- Cost: USD100 (BytePlus Partners who completed the BytePlus Academy Cloud Essentials Module may be eligible for exam certification support)
Exam Domains & Weights
The BytePlus Cloud Essentials exam is structured across four key domains, designed to assess your understanding of cloud computing principles, core BytePlus services, security best practices, and operational management.
- Cloud Fundamentals & Core Concepts: 20%
- Core Cloud Services: 40%
- Security, Identity & Compliance: 30%
- Billing, Operations & BytePlus Console: 10%
Eligibility of BytePlus Partners for BytePlus Cloud Essentials Certification
As a BytePlus Partner who has completed the BytePlus Cloud Essentials Learning module in Partner Central, you may qualify for a discount when taking this specific certification exam upon completion of the BytePlus Cloud Essentials Learning Module under BytePlus Academy.
Please contact byteplusacademy@bytedance.com if you have any queries on this.
How to Register and Make an Appointment for Any BytePlus Certification Exam
All BytePlus Academy certification exams are scheduled and administered by Pearson VUE, our official exam delivery vendor.
- Access the Pearson VUE Registration Portal: You will be provided access to the dedicated BytePlus certification page on the Pearson VUE website upon completion of the required module in BytePlus Academy.
- Log in with your BytePlus Console credentials: You should already be a BytePlus Partner and own a BytePlus Console account which you used to login to Partner Central. Do log in with your existing credentials.
If you are not yet a BytePlus Partner, please submit your application interest. - Locate Your Chosen BytePlus Exam: Search for the specific BytePlus certification exam you wish to take (for example, "BytePlus Cloud Essentials") or navigate through the BytePlus course page.
- Schedule Your Exam: Choose between taking the exam at a Pearson VUE Test Center or via Online Proctored (OnVUE) testing, select your preferred date and time slot, and review all details carefully.
Payment for exam
You should be provided access to register for the certification exam upon completion of the required learning module from BytePlus Academy. For queries and assistance, please contact byteplusacademy@bytedance.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Currently, we are offering the BytePlus Cloud Essentials exam as our foundational certification. As more certifications become available, you will find information on how to select the appropriate exam based on your learning path and career goals on the official BytePlus Academy link on your Partner Central account.
We highly recommend completing the relevant learning modules on BytePlus Academy via Partner Central. In some cases, it is a requirement to complete the learning module before registration for the certification exam. You should also visit our online documentation center for as part of your preparation.
Please log in to your Pearson VUE account to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your exam. You will be redirected to the dedicated BytePlus certification page.
For specific certifications like the BytePlus Cloud Essentials, eligible partners may be applicable for exam certification payment support. Please refer to the specific certification's details for payment options and support eligibility.
If you miss your scheduled exam, it is generally considered a "no-show," and your exam fee will be forfeited. Rescheduling or cancellation requires at least 24 hours prior notice through your Pearson VUE account.
Yes, you can retake any BytePlus certification exam if you do not pass. Specific retake policies (e.g., waiting period) are consistent with Pearson VUE's standard policies. Eligibility for retakes of the exam certification may vary; please refer to the specific certification's details or contact byteplusacademy@bytedance.com.
Official score reports are typically available within 2-5 business days after your exam, first via BytePlus Partner central and subsequently via your Pearson VUE account. Your certification status and digital badge (if applicable) will also be accessible through your BytePlus Partner Central portal.
Important Reminders for Test Takers
- Review Pearson VUE Rules and System Requirements (especially for OnVUE).
- Ensure you bring two (2) valid forms of identification as per Pearson VUE requirements.
- Contact Pearson VUE customer service directly for registration, scheduling, or technical problems. For BytePlus certification content or exam certification support eligibility, please contact byteplusacademy@bytedance.com.
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Last updated 2025-08-27