Cisco AppDynamics Associate Performance Analyst exam price, length, validity and renewal
Cisco · Associate · 500-420 CAAPA · $300 · 90 min · valid 3 years
Exam facts
Checked Sep 25, 2026 on Cisco's page| Price | $300 per attempt, US list priceUSD list price |
|---|---|
| Length | 90 min |
| Format | Proctored exam, pass/fail |
| Valid for | 3 years |
| Renewal | Renew within three years through Continuing Education credits and/or exams. |
| Prerequisites | None stated |
| Level | Associate |
| Delivery | Online or in person through Pearson VUE |
| Languages | English, Japanese |
| Source | cisco.com/site/us/en/learn/training-certifications/certifications/appdynamics/associate-performance-analyst/exams-and-training.htmlLast checked Sep 25, 2026 |
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About this exam
For people who use AppDynamics to monitor systems, applications and business process performance and to recognize, analyze and remediate performance issues.
What the official page says
- Price: "Cost: US$300"
- Duration: "Duration: 90 minutes"
- Validity: "Certifications are valid for 3 years after passing the qualifying exam(s) and can be renewed through continuing education and/or exams."
Most Cisco certifications stay active for three years and renew with Continuing Education credits, a retake of the exam, or a higher-level exam; CCST certifications earned on or after 2025-07-15 last five years.
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