Google Professional Cloud Architect
Expert Level
Become a Google Certified Cloud Architect – Design, Secure & Scale Cloud Solutions with Confidence
The Google Professional Cloud Architect certification validates your expertise in designing, securing, and managing scalable cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Master cloud architecture best practices and unlock new career opportunities in cloud computing.
Your skills will be measured by how you:
Who is this for?
Malaysia’s Cloud Boom
Malaysia’s public cloud market revenue is projected to hit US$2.45B in 2025 and US$5B by 2029, with a 19.49% CAGR (2025-2029)
The Cloud Architect job market is growing at 15% annually, showing rising demand
Malaysia’s IaaS market is set to reach US$0.77B in 2025 and US$1.68B by 2029, with a 21.54% CAGR (2025-2029)
Why choose Trainocate?
As the 2024 Google Cloud Training Partner of the Year for Japan, Trainocate is a trusted Google Cloud Authorized Training Partner offering expert-led courses and official learning materials. Gain hands-on skills, prepare for certification exams, and advance your cloud career with structured training from industry-certified instructors.
Certification Details
Prerequisites:
None
Exam Duration:
2 hours
Exam Format:
50-60 multiple choice and multiple select questions
Exam Delivery Method:
- Take the online-proctored exam from a remote location
- Take the onsite-proctored exam at a testing center
Case studies:
Each exam includes 2 case studies that describe fictitious business and solution concepts.
Case study questions make up 20-30% of the exam and assess your ability to apply your knowledge to a realistic business situation.
You can view the case studies on a split screen during the exam. See the Exam Guide for the 4 available case studies.
Language offered:
English, Japanese
Recommended experience:
3+ years of industry experience including 1+ years designing and managing solutions using Google Cloud
Certification Renewal / Recertification:
Candidates must recertify in order to maintain their certification status. Unless explicitly stated in the detailed exam descriptions, all Google Cloud certifications are valid for two years from the date of certification.
Recertification is accomplished by taking either the new 1-hour Professional Cloud Architect Renewal exam or the standard 2-hour Professional Cloud Architect exam during the recertification eligibility period and achieving a passing score.
You may attempt to renew your certification starting 60 days prior to your certification expiration date.
Registration Fee:
200 USD (plus tax where applicable)