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Cloud Fundamentals: Build the Skills to Understand Cloud Technology and Start a Career in IT
Cloud Fundamentals is where every digital transformation journey begins. As businesses, schools, and industries shift to online platforms and virtual storage, understanding how the cloud works is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re just graduating from high school or working in another field and looking for a change, learning Cloud Fundamental skills can help you step into one of today’s most important areas of information technology.
Learning Academy’s online training, powered by LearnKey, provides flexible, beginner-friendly access to cloud IT learning, certifications, and career placement services. It’s the perfect place to start if you want to get comfortable with modern technology while building a path toward professional growth.
What Are Cloud Fundamentals?
Cloud Fundamentals refers to the core knowledge behind how cloud-based systems function. This includes understanding data storage, online servers, shared access, and security in virtual environments.
Instead of saving files or running applications on a single computer, cloud technology allows users to store, access, and process data online—anytime, anywhere—these tools power standard services like email, file sharing, online banking, and video streaming.
Learning these foundations helps you understand the principles behind cloud platforms such as AWS (Amazon Web Services), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
Why Cloud Fundamental Skills Matter
Building Cloud Fundamental skills gives you a head start in the fast-growing world of cloud IT. Indeed.com has stated that cloud computing jobs have an average salary of over $115,000.00 annually. Understanding how cloud systems work is an essential skill, and it opens doors to many entry-level roles in information technology.
You don’t have to be a software engineer to work in the cloud. The cloud supports support services, network management, security, and administration jobs. Once you master the basics, you’ll have a strong foundation to build a tech career.
Employers value workers who understand cloud basics because they help support team operations, improve digital workflows, and reduce departmental downtime.
Who Should Learn Cloud Fundamentals?
These LearnKey online courses are perfect for:
Even if you have no previous experience, you can learn everything you need with step-by-step guidance.
Learn Online and Get Career Support
At Learning Academy, we make building your Cloud Fundamentals knowledge easy. You’ll get access to interactive online lessons, video tutorials, guided practice, and instructor support—on your schedule.
All courses are 100% online and designed for beginner learners. Once completed, you’ll earn a certificate of completion, so you can build confidence to take and pass the certification exam.
You’ll also be supported with resume writing, interview preparation, and career coaching from professionals who understand the information technology job market.
What You’ll Learn
The Cloud Fundamentals curriculum introduces the basics of cloud technology and helps you feel confident using and understanding it. You’ll learn:
These skills give you a well-rounded understanding of how modern companies use cloud systems, and how you can support them.
Build a Foundation for Further Certifications
After completing Cloud Fundamentals, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue entry-level cloud certifications such as:
These globally recognized industry certifications help you stand out when applying for your first technology job.
Learning Academy’s enrollment specialists can help you decide which path fits your career goals and offer additional training if you specialize.
Connect Cloud Fundamentals to Tech Career Paths
Once you build your Cloud Fundamental skills, you’ll be ready to explore more advanced areas like:
Each career path starts with the foundations you’ll learn in this course.
Personal Growth for Career Confidence
At Learning Academy, we understand that technical knowledge isn’t enough. That’s why every student can access professional development and life skills courses to support their journey. You’ll gain:
These personal skills help you stand out and succeed in interviews, on the job, and long-term planning.
Entry-Level Cloud Careers You Can Start
After learning Cloud Fundamentals, you may qualify for roles such as:
These jobs often offer remote work options and room for growth. As your cloud technology experience grows, so do your career opportunities.
Start Your Cloud IT Journey Today
Cloud Fundamentals training is the first step toward a rewarding future in information technology. Whether new to tech or looking to refresh your skills, this course builds confidence and creates new career possibilities.
Don’t wait. Start learning Cloud Fundamentals, and to learn more, contact or speak with one of our enrollment specialists: enrollments@learnkey.com or call 1-800-865-0165
Learning Academy’s courseware, powered by LearnKey, is produced so you can learn anytime, in small increments, at your own pace.
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When taking certification courses and achieving a score of 85% or better on the post-assessment, your next step will be to take practice tests to prepare you for the exam.
After taking practice tests and achieving a score of 85% or better, it will be time for you to sit for the exam, so you can get certified.
LearnKey offers career-ready training to prepare you for roles in IT support, cybersecurity, networking, software development, graphic design, and more. Each pathway is mapped to industry-recognized certifications such as: CompTIA A+ for help desk and support roles, Network+ for networking professionals, Security+ for entry-level cybersecurity, and Adobe Certified Associate for creative fields.
Another way to look at it is:
Our courses don’t just teach software – they prepare you for certifications that boost your salary, advance your career, and make you stand out to employers. Each course includes exam prep materials and is designed by industry experts who know what certification bodies are looking for.
Each course is carefully mapped to specific certification exams and includes exam preparation materials, practice tests, and often exam vouchers to ensure your success.
If you just purchase one course online, you can access it within minutes.
If you want to enroll in one of our pathways with multiple courses and get certified, call 800-865-0165 or email enrollments@learnkey.com for a no-obligation conversation with a U.S.-Based Enrollment Specialist.
Call 800-865-0165 or email enrollments@learnkey.com for a no-obligation conversation. A dedicated U.S.-based Enrollment Specialist will respond within one business day with course options, pricing tiers, and any available discounts so that you can confidently plan your path forward.
Hardware: A modern PC or Mac with at least 8 GB RAM, dual-core CPU, and a broadband internet connection.
Software: Many courses use free trial versions of Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud (7-day trial), or CompTIA CertMaster labs accessed via browser. We provide detailed setup guides before each lab module.
Yes! All LearnKey courses are self-paced and open-enrollment—start immediately after purchase. You’ll have twelve (12) months of unlimited access.
Additionally, to enroll in one of our pathways with multiple courses, you must speak with an Enrollment Specialist at 800-865-0165 before enrolling.
Not currently. We continue to explore payment options, therefore, please check back periodically.
Learners taking one course get access to the course and online support. If you are taking one of our pathways with multiple courses, test-prep, and certification exams, you have access to:
Instructor access through Q&A: Post questions directly to our senior instructors and get personalized responses within 24 hours.
Student Services Representative: After enrolling through an enrollment specialist, you will be assigned a student services representative (SSR) to assist you on your journey with LearnKey.
Live Coaching Sessions: Optional weekly webinars where you can ask questions in real time.
Study Groups: Join peer study groups in our online community to collaborate on labs and quizzes.
Technical Help Desk: Our support team is available if you encounter platform issues, such as playback errors, le downloads, or SCORM compatibility.
Most of our entry-level IT courses (A+, Network+, Security+) assume no formal background—just basic comfort with computer use—creative courses (Adobe, video editing). Think you know your way around Windows or macOS, but we start each tool from the ground up.
If you’re entirely new, we recommend taking our free “IT Knowledge Survey” to gauge your current skillset and or speak with an enrollment specialist at 800-865-0165 or email enrollments@learnkey.com
Most LearnKey certification prep courses consist of 10 to 30 hours of on-demand video, broken into bite-size modules (3-5 minutes) you can watch when convenient.
For example:
CompTIA A+ prep: ~25 hours
Network+ prep: ~20 hours
Adobe Illustrator prep: ~12 hours
If you dedicate 1–2 hours daily, you can finish in 2–4 weeks. You’ll also have 24/7 access for six months to revisit any module until exam day.
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No, we do not.
Yes, our courses are mapped to globally recognized industry certifications, including but not limited to Microsoft, Azure, CISCO, CompTIA, Autodesk, Adobe, Intuit, EC Council, Certiport ITS, Allied Health, and more.
No. Payment is due before your course and course materials can be issued.
No. We recommend Windows 10 or 11, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Twelve (12) Months, as most content, such as practice exams and labs, expires after a year.
No. You can test in a center, or there is an option via online proctoring.
Our tutoring/group study sessions are included in our pathway programs. This sets LearnKey apart from other learning institutions, as most outside help is at your cost, whereas ours is included.
The textbooks you order are included in the cost of your program. They are yours to keep; you can highlight them, take notes, or do whatever helps you retain the information.
You should review the test prep several times and score well (i.e., 90% or better) on the practice exams. Once you have done that and feel confident, you should schedule your exam.
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