In partnership with PERKESO & HRD Corp

AWS Foundation Training

Master AI or cloud computing in as little as 2 days. Fully claimable for eligible individuals. Official AWS exam voucher included.

Step into the future
of AI & Cloud

Advance your career with AWS certification programmes in AI and Cloud Computing.

Access the AWS Certified AI Practitioner and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner programmes with funding support through HRDCorp and PERKESO. Our accelerated training approach equips you with practical skills, certification readiness, and the confidence to succeed in today's digital economy.

Perfect for career switchers, working professionals, and anyone ready to level up.

Check your funding

Unemployed
PERKESO
  • Malaysian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents previously working in the private sector
  • Age between 18 to 60 years
  • Qualify for loss of employment:
    • Normal retrenchment
    • Voluntary/Mutual separation scheme (VSS/MSS)
    • Closure of business
    • Constructive dismissal
    • Resignation due to harassment or safety threats
    • Resignation due to duties that threaten life
Full-time employees
HRD Corp
  • Malaysian citizens employed in a local company
  • Age between 18 to 60 years
  • Company has an active HRD Corp account with sufficient levy
  • Have written acknowledgement from company to utilise levy
Open to all
Self-funding
  • Open to all nationalities
  • Open to all ages
  • Able to fully fund the training fee

Choose your course

  • Schedule & Location: Each course is delivered across 1.5 weekdays, during standard working hours, at our TalentLabs office.
  • Expert Instructors: Each course prioritises in-person learning, led by an experienced AWS Authorized Instructor (AAI).
  • Learning Materials: Each course is inclusive of additional material, with self-paced labs, practice sets and sandbox environments.
  • Certification: Each course ends with an official examination, to be fully accredited by AWS.
  • Beginner-Friendly: These courses are suitable for beginner learners.
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

AWS Certified AI Practitioner

Master the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI on AWS, and validate your expertise with a globally recognised credential (AIF-C01).
Accreditation
Recommended for
Beginners between 0 to 1 years' experience
Outcomes
  • Understand AI, ML and generative AI concepts.
  • Determine the right AI/ML technologies for specific use cases.
  • Apply AWS AI/ML technologies ethically.
Intakes
Jul
9
Aug
6
Sep
3
Oct
1
Nov
5
Dec
3

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Build a rock-solid foundation in cloud computing and validate your overall understanding of the AWS platform with a globally recognised credential (CLF-C02).
Accreditation
Recommended for
Beginners between 0 to 1 years' experience
Outcomes
  • Explain the value of AWS Cloud.
  • Describe and position core AWS services including compute and storage.
  • Understand security practices, billing costs and common use cases.
Intakes
Jul
16
Aug
13
Sep
10
Oct
8
Nov
12
Dec
10

Why choose TalentLabs?

Physical instructor-led sessions
Engage in dynamic & collaborative in-person learning led by an AWS expert to ensure you fully grasp the foundational concepts.
Additional material via Whizlabs
Reinforce your classroom learning with hands-on, self-paced practical labs, question sets, and comprehensive practice exams.
Exam voucher
Validate your newly acquired skills with an included voucher to sit for your official AWS certification exam, via Pearson VUE.
Expert Guidance
You'll have a team supporting you - our programme management team is here to guide you through the application journey, and to keep your learning on track.
A Global Network
Once you have completed the programme, you will join an exclusive global network of like-minded individuals, comprising of industry leaders and hiring partners.

How it works

Select your course

Explore our exclusive courses, accredited by AWS, and select the right certification that aligns with your professional development.

Complete application

Start your application, register an account with us if you don't have one yet, and start filling out the application details.

You're provisionally accepted!

TalentLabs will issue an enrollment letter, and guide you through the funding process, be it PERKESO or HRD Corp. The process from application to acceptance will take around 3 working days.

Activate your funding

You will be required to complete the steps to activate your funding, ensuring that you obtain the appropriate approvals from PERKESO or HRD Corp. Please understand this activation process may take up to 15 working days.

You're confirmed!

Once fully approved, you will be required the relevant acknowledgement letters and our team will verify to ensure all details are correct. Once complete, you will receive a confirmation email from us. The process for confirmation and verification will take around 3 working days.

Let's get you certified!

And you're set! Join us on our intakes, complete the training programme and get certified!

Get ready to rise

What you'll need to succeed:
A deep interest in AI & cloud computing
Proficiency in English skills
Committed to lifelong learning

Over 2,000+ success stories and counting

Priyesh Patel

The chance to connect with top Malaysian companies for career opporutnities is fantastic!

Lee Wynn Hann

TalentLabs's programme provided me with all the fundamental knowledge and skills that I needed to kick-start my career in tech.

Nurin Husna Rushdi

I have acquired new knowledge and skills that not only enhance my personal growth, but also my professional development.

Goh Jia Ean

The course materials were comprehensive, yet easy to follow. And with the help of TalentLabs, I managed to secure a placement in Nielsen!

Nur Iman Tan

TalentLabs covered all the essentials for coding, and I'd sugest it for fellow grads looking to break into the tech world.

Khairul Ezaidi Abu Khalib

This programme met all of my expectations. I'm grateful to the TalentLabs' team for helping me land a job in a reputable MNC.

Eiman Salleh

The TalentLabs' career support and CV workshop are truly incredible for my overall career journey.

Priyesh Patel

The chance to connect with top Malaysian companies for career opporutnities is fantastic!

Lee Wynn Hann

TalentLabs's programme provided me with all the fundamental knowledge and skills that I needed to kick-start my career in tech.

Nurin Husna Rushdi

I have acquired new knowledge and skills that not only enhance my personal growth, but also my professional development.

Goh Jia Ean

The course materials were comprehensive, yet easy to follow. And with the help of TalentLabs, I managed to secure a placement in Nielsen!

Nur Iman Tan

TalentLabs covered all the essentials for coding, and I'd sugest it for fellow grads looking to break into the tech world.

Khairul Ezaidi Abu Khalib

This programme met all of my expectations. I'm grateful to the TalentLabs' team for helping me land a job in a reputable MNC.

Eiman Salleh

The TalentLabs' career support and CV workshop are truly incredible for my overall career journey.

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Frequently asked questions

General
Programme Details
Programme Structure

What is the AWS Foundation Training?

It is a certification programme that TalentLabs is rolling out, with joint funding opportunities from PERKESO and HRD Corp, providing equitable access to AWS foundational certifications in AI and cloud computing.

What is PERKESO?

PERKESO (Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Malaysia) is a Malaysian government agency, responsible for providing social security protection to workers in both the formal and informal sectors, through various social security schemes. PERKESO's goal is to protect workers from risks of occupational accidents, work-related diseases, job loss, and disabilities that may affect their income.

What is HRD Corp?

HRD Corp (Human Resource Development Corporation) is a Malaysian government organisation under the Ministry of Human Resources, established to enhance human capital development across the country. HRD Corp plays a major role in promoting & supporting training & employee development, particularly in the private sector.

How much does this programme cost?

Depending on your chosen funding route, this programme is essentially free - you may seek funding from PERKESO (for unemployed individuals) or HRD Corp (for employed individuals). Alternatively, you may self-fund as well!

Am I eligible to take part in this programme?

For unemployed individuals, through PERKESO, you will be eligible for funding if you meet the criteria below:
  • Malaysian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents previously working in the private sector
  • Age between 18 to 60 years
  • Qualify for loss of employment (refer to above for more information)

For employed individuals, through HRDCorp, you will be eligible for funding if you meet the criteria below:
  • Malaysian citizens employed in a local company
  • Age between 18 to 60 years
  • Company has an active HRD Corp account with sufficient levy
  • Have written acknowledgement from company to utilise levy

Alternatively, if you are looking to self-fund, there are no restrictions on your eligibility.

Above all, to ensure successful completion, we recommend that you have:
  • A deep interest in AI & cloud computing
  • Proficiency in English skills
  • Committed to lifelong learning

Will I receive a certificate after completing the programme?

Upon completing your attendance, you will receive a certificate of training completion. You will also be given an examination voucher (to be completed externally); thus you are expected to pass your examination to receive an official certificate from the awarding body (AWS).

What are the next steps after I have successfully completed the online application on TalentLabs?

For funding via PERKESO, we will support your application journey in PERKESO's EIS Portal. You will be required to apply and obtain a guarantee letter from PERKESO, and submit this document to TalentLabs for confirmation and verification.

For funding via HRDCorp, we will support your approval request with your respective employer. You will be required to submit a grant application pack from us to your HR representative, and upon completion, to forward a grant approval letter to TalentLabs for confirmation & verification.

At every step, our TalentLabs staff will be present to guide you through, to make the journey as seamless as possible.

How long can I expect the process to take?

Successful applicants will hear back from TalentLabs within 3 working days; funding approvals may be expected within 15 working days; confirmation & verification from TalentLabs takes approximately 3 working days.

Will I be notified if my online application is unsuccessful?

While we strive to inform all applicants individually, the volume of submissions may make this challenging. However, we value every application, and your interest is appreciated.

Still have questions?