HCF Cloud Academy - Foundation
Completed by Glen Kennedy on January 26, 2026
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Badge ID: CG7HnaypTFWux52sqTxVpg
About this Badge
This learning path is best suited to HCF employees who are new to AWS or cloud computing and want a clear, foundational understanding of how cloud services work. On completion, learners will be able to explain core AWS services, understand pricing and shared responsibility, apply basic security concepts, and feel prepared to pursue the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification.
Learning objectives
- Describe the core AWS services, including compute, network, databases, and storage, and provide examples of their use.
- Articulate the financial benefits of the AWS Cloud and define core billing and pricing models using AWS pricing tools.
- Explain the AWS shared responsibility model and understand security best practices within the AWS Cloud.
- Prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam by reviewing sample questions and practicing skills with hands-on exercises.
Skills learned
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Amazon CloudWatch
- Identity and Access Management
- Data Storage Technologies
- Amazon Web Services
- General Networking
- Amazon S3
- Cloud Platforms
- Continuous Monitoring
- Cloud Infrastructure
- System Monitoring
- Cloud Computing
- Public Cloud
- Network Architecture
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Management
- AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)
- Multi-Factor Authentication
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Learning content completed
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