Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
The SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals certification is an entry-level, non-expiring credential that validates your foundational knowledge of security, compliance, and identity concepts using Microsoft Entra, Microsoft security solutions, and Microsoft compliance solutions
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The SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals certification is an entry-level credential designed to validate your foundational knowledge of security, compliance, and identity concepts across cloud-based and related Microsoft services. This exam is ideal for business stakeholders, IT professionals, or students who want to familiarize themselves with Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions. The certification covers four core areas: .
The SC-900 certification does not expire. Once earned, it remains valid indefinitely without requiring renewal. This makes it a low-risk, high-value investment in your professional development. The certification serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced role-based certifications like Security Operations Analyst Associate or Identity and Access Administrator Associate.
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Live Team Training
Get trained by an expert instructor in a live team setting. Ask questions, work through real-world scenarios, and prepare to pass the SC-900 exam in just a few days. Available on-site or online.
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The Microsoft Certification Exam
The Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) exam consists of approximately 40 questions (the exact number varies slightly from one test to another) and you have 45 minutes to complete it. You must achieve a passing score of 700 out of 1000 points to pass.
The exam mixes several question formats to assess your knowledge. You can expect the classic single-answer multiple-choice items, multiple-select questions where two or more options are correct, and drag-and-drop questions. There are also occasional yes/no questions.