SAS Programming Advanced Certification Course: SAS SQL (PROC SQL), SAS Macro, and Advanced Techniques and Efficiency
This course is designed for individuals seeking to become advanced SAS programming professionals by earning the official SAS® Advanced Certification.
Course Overview
This comprehensive preparation course covers all the essential topics for the SAS® Certified Professional: Advanced Programming Using SAS® 9.4 (Exam ID A00-232).
Key Topics Covered (Aligned with the Certification Exam)
- SAS SQL (35%) – Master advanced SQL techniques in SAS
- SAS Macro (35%) – Develop expertise in macro programming for automation
- Advanced Techniques and Efficiencies (30%) – Learn optimization strategies for efficient data processing
The course includes 21 sections and 14 hours of on-demand video lectures.
Click Here to Preview Lectures and View Full Course Contents with Lesson Breakdowns.Course Features
- 24/7 access – Learn anytime, anywhere at your convenience.
- Pre-recorded lectures – Enjoy a self-paced, user-friendly learning experience.
- Structured learning approach – Each lecture begins with key concepts and coding rules presented in PowerPoint slides, followed by hands-on SAS programming sessions. We run SAS programs, explain the code in detail, interpret results, address system messages, and troubleshoot errors.
- Downloadable course materials – Access PowerPoint slides, data files, and SAS code for hands-on practice.
- Quizzes, coding exercises, and projects – Reinforce learning through interactive practice—because mastery comes with practice!
SAS Software for This Course: SAS Studio
This course was initially created using the SAS University Edition (downloadable SAS Studio version), which has since been replaced by SAS OnDemand for Academics—a free, web-based version of SAS Studio.
✅ Fully compatible with SAS OnDemand for Academics
✅ Consistent interface, appearance, and functionalities between both versions
✅ Detailed setup instructions for SAS OnDemand for Academics are provided in Section 2
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Reference Materials
- SAS 9.4 SQL Procedure User's Guide, Second Edition
- SAS® 9.4 Macro Language: Reference, Fifth Edition
- SAS Certification Prep Guide: Advanced Programming for SAS 9 – by SAS Institute
21 sections • 14 hours of on-demand video lectures • quizzes • coding exercises • projects • downloadable course materials (SAS codes, PowerPoint slides, data files)