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Elastic Certified Analyst Exam Preparation in Amsterdam
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3-day course to practise searching, visualising and analysing data in Kibana with hands-on labs, dashboards, and exam-style exercises.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
The Elastic Certified Analyst is a professional certification awarded by Elastic that recognises skills in analysing data with Kibana, creating visualisations and dashboards, and interpreting results for stakeholders. Across three days you will work through focused labs on Discover, KQL, Lens, TSVB, Maps, dashboards, and machine learning for anomaly detection. Each module includes guided practice, troubleshooting drills, and realistic scenarios that mirror the exam’s task areas. The certification exam is purchased and scheduled directly with Elastic. Candidates should refer to Elastic’s website for the latest exam details, availability, and policies. This course provides preparation and study support; the exam itself is administered by Elastic. Elastic owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Query and filter data in Discover using KQL and Lucene
- Build Lens and TSVB visualisations for categorical and time‑series data
- Design effective dashboards with filters, drilldowns, and panel-level controls
- Create and style geo maps using layers, joins, and coordinate data
- Configure and interpret machine learning anomaly detection results in Kibana
- Share insights via links, exports, and presentation workpads; manage saved objects
- Troubleshoot common issues with fields, time filters, and aggregations
- Plan study, practise with exam-style tasks, and prepare to book the certification exam
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
3-day course agenda
3 instructor-led days (24 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.
- Learning route
- 3 recommended days
- Practical work
- 3 guided activities
- Finish with
- Mock exam + certification exam
Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.
Day 1Search and visualise data in KibanaDiscover and KQL; data views; Lens and TSVB fundamentals
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Course kickoff, exam overview, and Kibana workspace tour
- 10:45–12:15 · Data views, fields, and KQL/Lucene query practice in Discover
- 13:15–14:45 · Building Lens visualisations: bar, line, area, and tables
- 15:00–16:00 · TSVB fundamentals for time‑series metrics
- 16:00–16:45 · Dashboard composition: filters, query bar, and panel options
- 16:45–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and debrief on Day 1 topics
Put it into practice
Using sample e‑commerce logs, create saved searches and three Lens charts, then assemble them into a dashboard with filters and controls. Document two observations and one open question based on the data.
You’ll take away
Saved searches and starter dashboard
Day 2Dashboards, Maps, and sharing insightsDashboards and drilldowns; Maps; sharing and troubleshooting
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 1 and warm-up quiz (KQL and Lens)
- 09:30–10:30 · Dashboard interactivity: drilldowns, controls, and query strategies
- 10:45–12:15 · Kibana Maps: geo fields, layers, joins, and styling
- 13:15–14:45 · Presentation workflows: Canvas workpads and design considerations
- 15:00–16:00 · Sharing and exporting: links, PDFs, reporting, and saved objects
- 16:00–16:45 · Troubleshooting visualisations: field types, time filters, and pitfalls
- 16:45–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and debrief on Day 2 topics
Put it into practice
Build a geo-enabled dashboard combining Maps layers with Lens panels to show regional trends. Publish a short workpad that communicates key findings to a non-technical audience.
You’ll take away
Geo dashboard and presentation workpad
Day 3Time series, anomaly detection, and exam readinessAdvanced TSVB; machine learning anomaly detection; exam strategy
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 2 and warm-up drills
- 09:30–10:30 · Advanced TSVB: pipeline aggregations, series, and annotations
- 10:45–12:15 · Machine learning in Kibana: job types, detectors, and results
- 13:15–14:45 · Interpreting anomalies: swimlanes, influencers, and follow-up actions
- 15:00–16:00 · Mock exam (timed, scenario-based tasks)
- 16:00–16:45 · Mock exam review, targeted remediation, and tips
- 16:45–17:30 · Exam booking guidance, what to expect on test day, and next steps
Put it into practice
From time‑series logs, configure an ML job, validate anomalies, and surface results on a dashboard with relevant annotations. Conclude with a personal improvement plan informed by the mock exam.
You’ll take away
Time‑series dashboard and exam readiness plan
Bring it all together
Certification exam: Elastic Certified Analyst, awarded by Elastic. Confirm the current exam format with the awarding body when you book. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 24 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 3 days, 24 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- Elastic Certified Analyst: issued by Elastic when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.
Before you choose your learning route
Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.
Elastic owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of Elastic.
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD ≈ €2,485 |
Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD ≈ €3,995 |
Included |
Local amounts are indicative only, converted at the rate captured on 2026-10-02. You are charged in USD and your bank sets the final rate.
One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.
Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisite is mandated by Elastic. Recommended: prior hands-on use of Kibana (around 6 months), familiarity with Elasticsearch indices, basic JSON, and time‑series concepts. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and Wi‑Fi; lab access will be provided during the course.
Who is this course for?
- Analysts who build Kibana visualizations and dashboards.
- Practitioners applying machine learning to spot anomalies in time-series data.
- Teams validating Kibana analysis skills.
FIND YOUR START
Confirmed batch starts
Choose a published start, then review your offer in the same enrollment flow. A start date is not the full timetable or a seat reservation.
Choose your country & monthStarts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Local timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
3 days, 24 contact hours, normally 09:00 to 17:30 with breaks. The agenda follows the exam domains and the final day includes a mock exam.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Outside India the fee includes one certification exam attempt. Retakes are booked and paid directly with the awarding body.
What does this course cost?
Outside India this 3-day course is listed at USD 2,800 per learner for live online delivery and USD 4,500 for classroom delivery. Both fees include one certification exam attempt. Pricing for India is confirmed separately by an advisor. Taxes and the final offer are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Are there prerequisites?
No formal prerequisite is mandated by Elastic. Recommended: prior hands-on use of Kibana (around 6 months), familiarity with Elasticsearch indices, basic JSON, and time‑series concepts. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and Wi‑Fi; lab access will be provided during the course.
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 24 contact hours to every attendee. Elastic issues the Elastic Certified Analyst certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of Elastic. The exam is purchased and administered directly by Elastic.
Where is classroom training delivered?
Singapore and Dubai are the priority classroom markets for this catalog. Classroom delivery is also available in the other listed countries, and live online delivery is available everywhere. Venues are confirmed per booking; a listed city is a training market, not an owned campus.
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