2023-2024 Credential Information
SAS Certified Specialist Programming Fundamentals Using SAS 9.4
Credential Name | SAS Certified Specialist Programming Fundamentals Using SAS 9.4 |
Credential Vendor Info | SAS https://www.sas.com/en_us/certification/credentials/foundation-tools/base-programming-specialist.html |
Credential Auto Collect | No |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Copy of Certificate OR Pearson VUE report |
Credential Lead Consultant | Eli Hamrick eli.hamrick@dpi.nc.gov |
Course Number and Title | BP20 SAS Base Programming |
Credential as POL | BP20 POL = Yes |
Pathway(s)^ | Data Science (DTSC) |
Cost of Instructor Training | N/A |
Instructor Training Requirements | Required |
Exam Voucher Expiration | 1 year |
Credential Lifespan | Lifetime |
Renewal Options | N/A |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | Computer Network Support Specialists (15-1231)Computer Programmers (15-1251)Desktop Publishers (43-9031)Software Developers (15-1252)Web Developers (15-1254) |
Articulation | No |
Sequencing | No |
Employer Transferability | Yes |
Delivery Format | On-line |
Proctored Environment Required | Yes |
Test Site Options and Requirements | SAS partners with CERTMetrics. |
Testing Environment Requirements | Follow guides at: https://www.sas.com/en_us/certification/certification-manager.html |
Proctored Requirements | Must create an account at: https://www.sas.com/en_us/certification/certification-manager.html |
Exam Time Allotment | 135 minutes |
Exam Passing Requirement | 725 or above |
Retakes | Yes Must repurchase a voucher. Must wait 14 days between attempts. |
Student Accommodations | Yes Reach out to certification@sas.com for specific situations. Common accommodations are to provide a time extension for candidates with conditions such as dyslexia. |
Multilingual Resources* | No |
Directory Notes | For free exam possibilities, contact Tom Grant at: tom.grant@sas.com |