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PCED – Certified Entry-Level Data Analyst with Python
- Provider
- OpenEDG Testing Service – TestNow™
- Format
- Proctored single- and multiple-select questions, including scenario-based items; each item is worth at most one point and the raw score is normalized to a percentage.
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 40.
- Time limit
- 60 minutes + NDA
- Passing score
- 75% cumulative average across all exam blocks
- Exam fee
- Exam – from $69
Examination outline
Introduction to Data and Data Analysis Concepts (22.5%)
- Define and Classify Data
- Describe Data Sources, Collection Methods, and Storage
- Explain the Data Lifecycle and Its Management
- Understand the Scope of Data Science, Analytics, and Analysis
- Identify Ethical and Legal Considerations in Data Analytics
Python Basics for Data Analysis (32.5%)
- Work with Variables and Data Types
- Use Python Data Collections and Sequences
- Use Functions and Handle Exceptions
- Control Program Flow with Conditionals and Loops
- Use Modules and Packages
Working with Data and Performing Simple Analyses (32.5%)
- Read and Write Data Using Files
- Clean and Prepare Data for Analysis
- Perform Basic Analytical Computations
- Conduct Basic Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
Communicating Insights and Reporting (12.5%)
- Understand Basic Principles of Data Visualization
- Apply Fundamentals of Data Storytelling
- Create Clear and Concise Analytical Reports
- Communicate Insights Effectively in Presentations
Examination sources
- PCED official examination information
PCED Exam Information, current version and syllabus link
- PCED official exam syllabus page
Exam Syllabus, alignment statement and linked PDF
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FAQ, How do I take the PCED exam?, account, voucher and launch steps
- TestNow, an OpenEDG Testing Service
Registration and Scheduling
- PCED testing policies
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Related license preparation
This examination may be required or accepted as an alternative, depending on the license and application pathway.