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SAS® Certification

Earning a SAS certification gets you one step closer to the future you've always envisioned

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May 6-9 · Orlando, FL

Kickstart SAS Innovate 2025 by earning a career-boosting SAS certification — take any exam for just $50 and add it to your resumé before the event even begins.

SAS Innovate logo 2025

May 6-9 · Orlando, FL

Kickstart SAS Innovate 2025 by earning a career-boosting SAS certification — take any exam for just $50 and add it to your resumé before the event even begins.

Why Get SAS Certified?

Earn a globally-recognized certification to advance your career, increase recognition, and boost your confidence—leading to higher salaries and more job opportunities.

Prove your credibility.

SAS certifications are globally recognized, so having them on your resumé proves you've received in-depth training from industry experts.

Gain a career advantage.

SAS skills are highly in demand among today's employers. Learning – and validating – those skills can lead to new opportunities.

Take advantage of academic discounts and resources.

Students and educators not only get special pricing on certification exams; they may also have access to free digital learning to build their skill sets.

Earn a SAS digital badge.

Getting certified earns you a digital badge to share on social media sites. Your peers and potential employers will know what you've accomplished.

64%

of professionals received
a promotion or salary increase

81%

had more confidence to explore new job opportunities

92%

experienced greater confidence in their abilities​

Data from the Pearson VUE 2023 Value of IT Certification Report.


Getting Started on the Path to Certification

Step 1

Select a credential

With 25+ credentials in data analytics, you’ve got plenty of ways to level up your career.

Step 2

Get ready, get prepped

Get free sample questions, content guides, and expert-recommended resources to help you prepare.

Step 3

Set your exam date

It's go time! Register with Pearson VUE, set your exam date, and get ready to succeed.

Step 4

Share your success

You’ve earned it! Add your certification to your resume and share your digital badge on LinkedIn.

Are you a student? Take advantage of exclusive perks, including a significant discount on SAS certification exams, plus free access to training courses and software with SAS® Skill Builder for Students.

Choose a Credential

Pricing and Discounts

Invest in your career for only $180

When you get certified in SAS and increase your earning potential, it may be the best money you've ever spent.

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Student Discounts

Those late nights studying are about to pay off. As a student, you get SAS certification exams at a steep discount, plus free access to training courses and software through SAS Skill Builder for Students.* Get certified without breaking the bank!

Exam pricing is displayed in USD ($) for all countries except Japan. For JPY (¥) pricing, click here. *Some restrictions may apply.


SAS Certifications: Real Impact, Real Careers

  • Antonia Garcia

    Antonio P. García

    SAS Certified Specialist: Visual Business Analytics

    Antonio’s journey from university to solutions engineer was shaped by SAS certification. With a growing passion for technology and analytics, he tackled complex business problems, driving better decisions and meaningful change. Learn how SAS training gave him the foundation for success in a dynamic field.

  • Geeta Kersellius

    Geeta Kersellius

    SAS Certified Base Programmer

    Geeta Kersellius leveraged SAS certification to enhance her skills as a senior data analyst. Her passion for public health and technology drove her career, and the certification was key to her success. Read more about her journey and her tips for upskilling and advancing in the data field.

  • Amir Zadeh

    Amir Zadeh

    SAS Certified Base Programmer

    Amir Zadeh’s SAS certification helped elevate his role as a professor and researcher. Teaching data mining and visual analytics at Wright State University, he uses SAS to empower students with practical skills. Learn how SAS helps him innovate in both teaching and research in MIS and analytics.

  • Jessica Rudd

    Jessica Rudd

    SAS Certified Base Programmer

    Jessica Rudd combined her social science background with data science through SAS certification. After working in biostatistics at the CDC, she pursued a PhD in analytics and now advocates for ethics in the field. Discover how she uses her expertise to drive fair, impactful data decisions.

  • Whitney Coggeshall

    Whitney Coggeshall

    SAS Certified Base Programmer

    SAS certification helped Whitney Coggeshall become a measurement scientist, blending psychology with assessment. Now working in medical certification assessments, she uses psychometrics and analytics to ensure valid, reliable, and fair results. Find out how her research and innovation solve complex problems every day.

  • Kriss Harris

    Kriss Harris

    SAS Certified Base Programmer

    Kriss Harris used SAS certification to shift from statistician to programmer at Eli Lilly. His Base SAS certification unlocked the door to his dream job. Explore his career transition and get his tips on advancing your career through new certifications and skills.

The biggest benefits of getting SAS certified is how it opens doors to employment. SAS certification demonstrates that you can learn your job more quickly. Suiru Jiang MBA candidate recently certified in SAS

Five Reasons to Get SAS Certified

More Certification Resources

Certification Community

Connect with other SAS users interested in certification.

SAS Certification Directory

Search for individuals who have earned a SAS digital badge.

SAS Certification Blog

Read posts from experts on the value of SAS certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your questions on getting certified.