Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate

Training provider:
Iungo Solutions

Duration:
TBC

Awarding body:
Microsoft

Delivery:
Instructor-led virtual or face to face

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Overview

This credential validates your expertise in designing, developing, securing, and troubleshooting robust solutions that extend the capabilities of Power Platform. You’ll master integrating traditional code with low-code components, building advanced Power Apps, automating complex workflows with Power Automate, and customising experiences to meet intricate business requirements. This certification proves your ability to bridge the gap between business needs and powerful, scalable solutions, positioning you as an indispensable innovator for organisations diving digital transformation.

What will I learn?

Create a technical design
Build Power Platform solutions
Implement Power Apps improvements
Extend the platform
Develop integrations

Key information

Funding eligibility criteria

Aged 19+
Living in Wales

Plus, one of the following:

Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts),
Self-employed,
Full-time carer,
Prisoner on day release

Entry requirements

The ideal candidate will hold the Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-400) Certification.

Professional or hobbyist development experience with JavaScript, JSON, C#, HTML, RESTful Web APIs and Microsoft Azure

Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform services and developer tools.

If applicants intend to complete any part of this programme online they should ensure that they have a device that is capable of downloading and running the latest desktop version of Microsoft Power BI. The device should

Minimum Processor: Intel i3 or AMD Ryzen 3
Minimum RAM: 8GB
Maximum Age: 5 years

Laptops can be provided to participants who attend the programme in-person.

Assessment

Exam lasting 100 minutes.

Career progression

Upon completion of this programme you can progress into the role of Power Platform Developer. Alternatively, you can complete further qualifications such as the Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300).

Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.

Training provider:
Aspire 2Be

Duration:
4 days

Awarding body:
Microsoft

Delivery:
Tutor-led online

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Overview

The Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate certification validates the skills required to design, develop, secure, and troubleshoot Power Platform solutions. This certification is aimed at developers who work with Microsoft Power Platform to build custom applications, automate workflows, and extend platform capabilities using code-first and low-code approaches. It is ideal for individuals looking to demonstrate their ability to deliver robust, scalable, and integrated business solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem.

What will I learn?

The Power Platform Developer Associate certification builds on existing Power Platform knowledge and focuses on technical implementation across five key areas:

Create a Technical Design: Learn how to interpret requirements, design solutions that align with business needs, and plan the architecture of Power Platform components including Dataverse, model-driven apps, and integrations.
Configure Common Data Service: Understand how to model data effectively using Microsoft Dataverse, define and enforce business rules, and configure security settings and role-based access.
Create and Configure Power Apps: Develop model-driven and canvas apps, customise user interfaces, and apply best practices to create responsive, user-friendly applications that address real-world business scenarios.
Automate Business Processes: Use Power Automate to design and implement flows that streamline processes, improve consistency, and enhance business efficiency. Gain experience with approvals, triggers, and error handling.
Extend the User Experience: Explore advanced development techniques such as using JavaScript, custom controls, and plugins. Learn how to integrate Power Platform with external services using Power Platform connectors, Azure Functions, and custom APIs.

Key information

Funding eligibility criteria

Aged 19+
Living in Wales

Plus, one of the following:

Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts),
Self-employed,
Full-time carer,
Prisoner on day release

Entry requirements

Power Platforms Fundamentals.

Assessment

Exam lasting 120 minutes.

Career progression

Professional developers experienced in JavaScript, C#, TypeScript, or Power Fx
Technical consultants and software engineers working with Microsoft Power Platform
Individuals seeking to specialise in enterprise-grade business solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate
Professionals aiming to enhance their role within Dynamics 365 or Microsoft 365 environments

Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.

Training provider:
NILC

Duration:
5 days

Awarding body:
Microsoft

Delivery:
Tutor-led online

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Overview

The Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate certification is designed for professionals who want to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. This course focuses on extending the platform through custom user experiences, business logic, system integrations, data conversions, and process automation. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, and Azure services, and will use traditional coding techniques to solve challenges that go beyond low-code capabilities. The course also covers advanced development tools such as Power Platform CLI, Power Apps Component Framework (PCF), and RESTful APIs.

What will I learn?

The Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate certification is designed for professionals who want to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. This course focuses on extending the platform through custom user experiences, business logic, system integrations, data conversions, and process automation. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, and Azure services, and will use traditional coding techniques to solve challenges that go beyond low-code capabilities. The course also covers advanced development tools such as Power Platform CLI, Power Apps Component Framework (PCF), and RESTful APIs.

Key information

Funding eligibility criteria

Aged 19+
Living in Wales

Plus, one of the following:

Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts),
Self-employed,
Full-time carer,
Prisoner on day release

Entry requirements

Candidates should have development experience with Microsoft Power Platform services, JavaScript, JSON, TypeScript, C#, HTML, .NET, RESTful Web APIs, and Microsoft Azure. A strong applied knowledge of Power Platform capabilities, boundaries, and constraints is essential. Familiarity with authentication, security, and ALM practices is also recommended. Delegates should be comfortable using developer tools such as Visual Studio and Power Platform CLI.

Assessment

The PL-400 exam is a proctored certification assessment that lasts approximately 100 minutes. It includes interactive components and requires a minimum score of 700 out of 1000 to pass. The exam evaluates skills in creating technical designs, building Power Platform solutions, extending user experiences, and developing integrations.

Career progression

Professionals who earn this certification can pursue roles such as Power Platform Developer, Solution Architect, or Automation Consultant. With further experience and certifications, career paths may lead to senior roles like Enterprise Application Architect, Digital Transformation Lead, or Head of Platform Development.

Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.