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Official specifications published by SAS Institute
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A00-232 Exam Topics and Domains
A00-232 is organized into 3 weighted domains. Expect to work with DICTIONARY tables, %DO, %GLOBAL, %IF-%THEN-%ELSE, and more.
1
Accessing Data Using SQL
35%
Generate detail reports by working with a single table, joining tables, or using set operators in SQL
PROC SQL FundamentalsConditional Logic and FilteringTable Joins and Set OperationsData Presentation
- Master SQL query construction in SAS
- Understand various join types and when to use them
- Apply set operators effectively
Generate summary reports by working with a single table, joining tables, or using set operators in SQL
Summary Functions and Grouping
- Create summary reports using SQL
- Apply grouping and filtering to aggregated data
Construct sub-queries and in-line views within an SQL procedure step
Subqueries and In-line Views
- Master subquery construction
- Understand in-line views and their applications
Use SAS SQL procedure enhancements
SAS-Specific SQL Features
- Apply SAS-specific SQL enhancements
- Query system metadata using DICTIONARY tables
2
Macro Processing
35%
Create and use user-defined and automatic macro variables within the SAS Macro Language
Macro Variable Creation and Scope
- Master macro variable creation techniques
- Understand and control macro variable scope
Automate programs by defining and calling macros using the SAS Macro Language
Macro Definition and Execution
- Build reusable macro programs
- Implement conditional and iterative logic
Use macro functions
Macro Functions and Processing
- Apply macro functions for text processing
- Handle special characters and quoting
Debug macros
Macro Debugging Techniques
- Master macro debugging techniques
- Efficiently troubleshoot macro issues
Create data-driven programs using SAS Macro Language
Advanced Macro Techniques
- Build sophisticated data-driven macro applications
- Master indirect referencing techniques
3
Advanced Techniques
30%
Process data using 1 and 2 dimensional arrays
Array Processing
- Master array processing techniques
- Use arrays for efficient data manipulation
Process data using hash objects
Hash Object Programming
- Implement hash object solutions
- Use hash objects for efficient data processing
Use SAS utility procedures
FORMAT and FCMP Procedures
- Create custom formats and functions
- Implement complex formatting solutions
Use advanced functions
String and Pattern Functions
- Master advanced string functions
- Implement regular expression solutions
How do I earn this certification?
Passing A00-232 earns the SAS Certified Professional: Advanced Programming Using SAS 9.4 certification. It sits in the Programming track.
Current Level Exams
- A00-270 - SAS BI Content Development
- A00-281 - SAS Certified Clinical Trials Programmer
Next Level Options
- A00-470 - SAS Viya Programming Specialist Modern cloud-based SAS platform
- A00-480 - SAS Certified Associate: SAS Viya Programming Next-generation SAS programming
- A00-415 - SAS Viya Fundamentals of Programming Foundation for Viya platform
Alternative Paths
- A00-255 - SAS Predictive Modeling Add predictive analytics skills
- A00-260 - SAS Data Integration Developer Expand into ETL and data integration
- A00-281 - Clinical Trials Programmer Specialize in clinical trials programming
- A00-282 - SAS Clinical Trials Programming - Advanced Advanced clinical trials expertise
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-01-24
Updates
- PROC SQL
- SAS Macro Facility
- Advanced Techniques
Who should take this exam?
Exam Code: A00-231; Exam Name: SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming Using SAS 9.4; Requirement Type: mandatory
- Practical experience with SAS programming
- Experience writing SQL queries
- Familiarity with macro programming
- Knowledge of advanced DATA step techniques