SPLK-1001 Exam Information and Outline
Splunk Core Certified User
SPLK-1001 Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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A Splunk Core Certified User is able to search- use fields- create alerts- use look-ups- and create basic statistical reports and dashboards in either the Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Cloud platforms. This optional entry-level certification demonstrates an individual's basic ability to navigate and use Splunk software. The prerequisite course listed below is highly recommended- but not required for candidates to register for the certification exam.
As part of our programs partnership with PearsonVUE- all exam registrants must adhere to a few universal guidelines (no exceptions):
● Must have a Splunk.com account/username- linked to a valid- current email address.
● Must create an account with PearsonVUE: home.pearsonvue.com/splunk. Note: the name used for exam registration must match the full name on candidates photo ID.
● Must be at least 18 years of age. Candidates age 13-17 who wish to participate must provide a signed parental acknowledgement form (available as Exhibit 1- attached to the Splunk Certification Agreement- included on page 19).
● Must pay the registration fee of $125 per exam attempt (or $500 for 5 exam registrations).
● Must provide valid photo ID and a second form of identification showing legal name (e.g. credit card- military ID- student ID- etc.) at the time of exam. To view the full ID policy- please click here.
● Must agree to Splunk Certification Agreement (see page 13- also found here).
● Must agree to the Pearson VUE Candidate Rules Agreement (found here).
● Candidates who wish to schedule an exam appointment using the online portal must agree to the Pearson VUE Facial Recognition Policy. See Appendix D for more information.
● Online proctoring candidates must meet the PearsonVUE system requirements
EXAM RESULTS/SCORE REPORTING
Immediately after submitting the exam- the candidates results (pass or fail) will be displayed. For candidates testing onsite- a printout of these results will be provided by the on-site proctor.
Candidates testing via online proctoring will not receive a hard copy of their results- but will have the option to print a score report via their Pearson online account.
Candidates (both onsite and online) who pass the exam will not receive any additional feedback regarding exam performance.
Unsuccessful candidates (both onsite and online) can access additional information (including section feedback) via their Pearson online account.
As part of our programs partnership with PearsonVUE- all exam registrants must adhere to a few universal guidelines (no exceptions):
● Must have a Splunk.com account/username- linked to a valid- current email address.
● Must create an account with PearsonVUE: home.pearsonvue.com/splunk. Note: the name used for exam registration must match the full name on candidates photo ID.
● Must be at least 18 years of age. Candidates age 13-17 who wish to participate must provide a signed parental acknowledgement form (available as Exhibit 1- attached to the Splunk Certification Agreement- included on page 19).
● Must pay the registration fee of $125 per exam attempt (or $500 for 5 exam registrations).
● Must provide valid photo ID and a second form of identification showing legal name (e.g. credit card- military ID- student ID- etc.) at the time of exam. To view the full ID policy- please click here.
● Must agree to Splunk Certification Agreement (see page 13- also found here).
● Must agree to the Pearson VUE Candidate Rules Agreement (found here).
● Candidates who wish to schedule an exam appointment using the online portal must agree to the Pearson VUE Facial Recognition Policy. See Appendix D for more information.
● Online proctoring candidates must meet the PearsonVUE system requirements
EXAM RESULTS/SCORE REPORTING
Immediately after submitting the exam- the candidates results (pass or fail) will be displayed. For candidates testing onsite- a printout of these results will be provided by the on-site proctor.
Candidates testing via online proctoring will not receive a hard copy of their results- but will have the option to print a score report via their Pearson online account.
Candidates (both onsite and online) who pass the exam will not receive any additional feedback regarding exam performance.
Unsuccessful candidates (both onsite and online) can access additional information (including section feedback) via their Pearson online account.