Question 1

What is the Claude Certified Architect (CCA) exam?

Accepted Answer

The CCA Foundations is Anthropic's first professional certification, launched March 12, 2026. It validates production-level expertise building with Claude across 5 domains: Agentic Architecture (27%), Tool Design & MCP (18%), Claude Code (20%), Prompt Engineering (20%), and Context Management (15%). The exam has 60 questions with a 120-minute time limit and a passing score of 720.

Question 2

How does ClaudeSmart help me prepare for the CCA exam?

Accepted Answer

ClaudeSmart uses AI-powered tutoring with Claude, adaptive quizzes that target your weak areas, gamification (XP, streaks, achievements), 4 full-length practice exams with 60 questions each, and a comprehensive study guide covering all 5 exam domains.

Question 3

Is ClaudeSmart free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! ClaudeSmart offers a free tier with 3 study sessions per day, access to the diagnostic quiz, study guide, and one practice exam. The premium plan is a one-time $2.99 payment for unlimited sessions, all 4 practice exams, and full content access.

Question 4

What format is the CCA exam?

Accepted Answer

The CCA is a closed-book, proctored, online exam with 60 multiple-choice questions in 120 minutes. Four of six real-world scenarios are randomly selected. No AI assistance is allowed. Passing score is 720 on a 100-1000 scale.

Question 5

How much does the CCA exam cost?

Accepted Answer

$99, or free for the first 5,000 Claude Partner Network employees. Register through Anthropic Academy on Skilljar.

Question 6

How long does it take to prepare for the CCA exam?

Accepted Answer

Most users prepare in 2-4 weeks with daily study sessions. ClaudeSmart's adaptive learning system identifies your weak areas so you can focus your study time efficiently. The free diagnostic quiz helps you assess your starting level in just 3 minutes.

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