Changes to the SAS Certified Data Scientist Certification path will take place on June 30, 2025
How to Combine Credentials to Earn your Data Science Certification
Choose from two paths to become a SAS Certified Data Scientist. Start with Data Curation Professional or Advanced Programming Professional. Then take either AI & Machine Learning or Advanced Analytics Professional to complete the work.
We offer four professional-level credentials to get you there. Earning one credential can launch a career - but a combination helps you earn a credential that could transform your future.
Data Curation
Gain a solid understanding of data management, Hadoop and other big data concepts. This credential is a good starting point if you're pursuing a data science certification.
Advanced Programming
Learn advanced programming techniques, how to process data using Structured Query Language (SQL) and how to use the SAS macro facility.
AI & Machine Learning
Learn how to analytically approach business problems while using a business case study to understand the analytical life cycle. This credential is valuable on its own – or you can combine it with Data Curation or Advanced Programming for a data science certification.
Advanced Analytics
Expand your analytical skill set by learning the latest advanced analytics technologies, such as machine learning and predictive modeling. You'll gain the ability to solve critical business challenges across every domain – and, if you combine Advanced Analytics with Data Curation or Advanced Programming, you can earn a certification as a data scientist.