SAS BASE Programming for Beginner Part 2: Dataset Modification and Data Analysis

This course is the second part of our “SAS Base Certification Preparation Course for Beginners”, specifically designed to cover SAS Base data manipulation and modification, with a strong focus on working with datasets and performing data analysis.

The full “SAS Base Certification Preparation Course for Beginners” is divided into two parts:

1. SAS BASE Programming for Beginners – Part 1: Data Manipulation and Modification on Variables
2. SAS BASE Programming for Beginners – Part 2: Dataset Modification and Data Analysis

Together, these two parts form a comprehensive preparation program for the SAS Certified Base Programming certification (SAS 9.4 – Exam IDs A00-231 & A00-215).

Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your career in data analytics, this course provides the essential SAS programming skills you need to succeed. With high demand for SAS-certified professionals in the job market, earning this certification can be a valuable step toward achieving your career goals.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners with no prior SAS experience.
• Individuals preparing for SAS BASE certification exams, including:
  ✅ SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming Using SAS 9.4 (Exam ID A00-231)
  • The full “SAS Programming BASE Certification Prep Course” covers all exam topics in detail.
  ✅ SAS Certified Associate: Programming Fundamentals Using SAS 9.4 (Exam ID A00-215)
  • A junior-level SAS BASE certification.
  • The full “SAS Programming BASE Certification Prep Course” covers more topics than required for the A00-215 exam.

⚠️ Important Note: A00-215 is NOT a prerequisite for A00-231. Many students have enrolled in this course and successfully passed the full SAS 9.4 Base Programming (A00-231) certification directly.

Course Features

• 24/7 access – Learn anytime, anywhere at your convenience.
• Pre-recorded lectures – Enjoy a self-paced, user-friendly learning experience.
• Structured learning approach – Each lecture begins with key concepts and coding rules presented in PowerPoint slides, followed by hands-on SAS programming sessions. We run SAS programs, explain the code in detail, interpret results, address system messages, and troubleshoot errors.
• Downloadable course materials – Access PowerPoint slides, data files, and SAS code for hands-on practice.
• Quizzes, coding exercises, and projects – Reinforce learning through interactive practice—because mastery comes with practice!

Software Requirements: free web-based SAS Studio

This course was originally created using SAS University Edition (the downloadable version of SAS Studio). However, it has since been updated to SAS OnDemand for Academics, a free, web-based version of SAS Studio.

✔️ The course is fully compatible with SAS OnDemand for Academics.
✔️ The software’s interface, appearance, and functionality remain consistent across both versions.
✔️ Detailed setup instructions are provided in Section 1.

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References

• SAS Certification Prep Guide: Base Programming – SAS Institute
• The Little SAS Book: A Primer – Lora D. Delwiche & Susan J. Slaughter
• Learning SAS by Example: A Programmer’s Guide – Ron Cody