Building SAS skills helps you stay ahead and stand out.
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Leaders in every industry trust SAS. Learning translatable, flexible, comprehensive data, AI and analytics skills gets you ready for any of them.
The advanced analytics enabled by SAS allows us to find the optimal balance of speed and quality to maximize profitability. Roshan Shah Vice President of Collaboration and Support Center Operations Georgia-Pacific
Open source is just the start
SAS and open source: even better together. Check out how this dynamic duo can provide meaningful results even faster.
Together, Python and SAS Model Studio made a perfect pair. Ava Klissouras Student University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Get projects done faster
With dedicated storage, compute and tools proven to be up to 30x faster than competitors, you can spend more time on what really matters.
SAS Viya data and AI life cycle is 4.6x faster. The Futurum Group Study 2025
Your level, your language
SAS Viya puts no-, low- and full-code options at your fingertips. So you can work the way you want and code in your preferred language.
Viya creates a space where you get the analytics answers you need, on your terms. Dominique Moon Customer Success Manager SAS
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All the productivity without the cost for students and educators
A modern data and AI platform for everyone
- Full suite of cloud-based software that lets you build the marketable skills employers want to see – for any industry.
- Flexible, accessible AI and analytics that create opportunity for all skill levels.
- Proven speed and productivity gains across the board that help you get assignments done more efficiently.
SAS® Viya® Workbench for Learners
A dedicated coding environment for developers
- Flexibility to work in the coding language of your choice.
- No learning curve, no down time – just an on-demand compute environment designed with experimentation and iteration in mind.
- Ideal for building programming skills, developing AI and machine learning models, and finishing projects faster.
Learn (or teach) SAS for free
Explore free training and certification resources for students, educators and career professionals.
FOR STUDENTS
We help you gain in-demand analytics and AI skills and credentials that open doors to your future. Our free courses and certifications get you started.
FOR EDUCATORS
SAS provides free resources to help you learn new technologies, support student skill development, and integrate analytics, data and AI into the courses you teach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common questions about SAS training, certification, and learning resources.
What is SAS and what is it used for?
SAS is a data, AI and analytics platform used by organizations to analyze data, build machine learning models, automate decisions and create business insights. SAS is widely used in industries such as banking, health care, government, manufacturing and life sciences.
Is SAS still worth learning in the age of AI and Python?
Yes. SAS skills remain valuable for careers in analytics, AI, statistics, clinical research, risk modeling and enterprise data science. SAS also integrates with open-source tools like Python.
Can SAS work with Python and open-source tools?
Yes. SAS is designed to work alongside open-source technologies like Python. SAS Viya supports no-code, low-code and full-code workflows.
What jobs use SAS skills?
SAS skills are commonly used in careers such as data analyst, data scientist, clinical trials programmer, machine learning engineer, risk analyst and business analyst.
Can I learn SAS for free?
Yes. Students, educators and independent learners can access free SAS training resources and cloud-based learning environments.
Does SAS offer certifications?
Yes. SAS offers certifications in programming, AI, machine learning, analytics and administration.
Is SAS used in AI and machine learning?
Yes. SAS provides AI and machine learning capabilities including predictive modeling, forecasting and NLP.
What makes SAS different from Python or R?
SAS combines enterprise analytics, governed data management and scalable AI workflows in a unified platform.
Where should I start learning data analytics?
A good starting point for data analytics is learning how to work with data, identify patterns, create visualizations and communicate insights. Many beginners start with spreadsheet analysis, SQL, statistics and analytics platforms like SAS that are widely used in business environments.
What skills do I need to start a career in data analytics?
Entry-level data analytics skills often include data visualization, statistics, SQL, reporting, critical thinking and experience using analytics tools such as SAS. As learners advance, they may explore AI, machine learning and predictive modeling.
Is data analytics a good career for beginners?
Yes. Data analytics is a common entry point into technology and AI-related careers because it combines business problem-solving, communication and technical skills. Many organizations provide training pathways for beginners.
What’s the difference between data analytics, data science and AI?
Data analytics focuses on finding insights in data and supporting decisions. Data science often includes advanced modeling and programming. AI uses data and algorithms to automate predictions, decisions and tasks. Many learners begin with analytics before moving into AI and machine learning.
Earn an industry-recognized certification
of job postings in 2025 for ‘statistical programmers’ requested SAS skills.
Lightcast, 2025
Stand out as an expert in your field from the moment you launch your career with a SAS certification.
Statistical analysis jobs make
$19,000
more when SAS is listed as a skill in the job posting.
Lightcast, 2025
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