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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Blockchain
Exam Format
90 min
70
70%
Professional
Registration
$275 USD
Online Proctored or online proctoring
Validity
2 years
Take recertification exam (30 questions, 1 hour); Complete continuing education requirements; Pass updated version of exam after 12 months
CBSA Exam Topics and Domains
CBSA is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Bitcoin, Ethereum, Corda, Cosmos, and more.
1
Blockchain Fundamentals and Architecture
25%
Blockchain History and Evolution
Brief history of blockchain
- Understand the historical context of blockchain technology
- Identify key milestones in blockchain evolution
Blockchain Components and Terminology
Core blockchain componentsBlockchain terminology
- Master blockchain terminology and components
- Understand how blockchain systems operate
2
Consensus Mechanisms and Proof Systems
20%
Proof Systems
Proof of Work (PoW)Proof of Stake (PoS)Other proof systems
- Understand the difference between proof systems
- Know when to use each proof system
- Understand why they exist
Consensus and Byzantine Fault Tolerance
Byzantine Fault ToleranceConsensus among blockchains
- Master Byzantine Fault Tolerance concepts
- Understand consensus mechanisms across blockchains
3
Blockchain Types and Classifications
20%
Blockchain Types
Public blockchainsPrivate blockchainsPermissioned blockchains
- Distinguish between blockchain types
- Choose appropriate blockchain for use cases
- Work effectively with different blockchain types
Cryptocurrency and Tokenomics
Cryptocurrency fundamentals
- Understand cryptocurrency's role in blockchains
- Know when tokens are necessary
4
Cryptography and Security
20%
Cryptographic Foundations
HashingPublic key cryptographyCryptographic systems
- Master cryptographic fundamentals
- Understand blockchain security mechanisms
Blockchain Security
Security considerations
- Identify security risks
- Implement security best practices
5
Solution Architecture and Implementation
15%
Blockchain Selection and Design
Choosing blockchain systemsLaunching blockchains
- Architect blockchain solutions
- Choose appropriate systems for use cases
Development and Deployment
Programming languagesTesting and deployment
- Understand development practices
- Master deployment strategies
Technology Awareness
Common blockchain platforms
- Know major blockchain platforms
- Understand platform capabilities
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CBSA earns the Certified Blockchain Solutions Architect certification. It sits in the Blockchain Architecture track.
Current Level Exams
- CBSE - Certified Blockchain Security Expert
- CBSP - Certified Blockchain Solution Professional
Next Level Options
- Advanced-Blockchain - Advanced Blockchain Architecture
- Platform-Specific - Platform Specific Certifications
Alternative Paths
- CKA - Certified Kubernetes AdministratorContainer orchestration for blockchain nodes
- AWS-SAA - AWS Solutions Architect Associate Cloud deployment of blockchain solutions
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security ProfessionalSecurity architecture for blockchain systems
- Solidity-Dev - Solidity Developer Certification Smart contract programming skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-01
Updates
- Layer 2 Solutions Latest Increased focus on L2 architecture patterns • Release date: 2024-Q2
- Cross-Chain Protocols IBC 3.0 New interoperability patterns in exam • Release date: 2024-Q1
- Consensus Mechanisms Various New proof mechanisms added to syllabus • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of distributed systems
- Familiarity with programming concepts
- Knowledge of basic cryptography
- Understanding of database concepts