While there is no course or set of courses required to take a specific certification exam. SAP provides a list of recommended training you can take to better prepare for an exam. In addition, completing an exam for a lower-level (associate) certification is not a prerequisite for taking a higher-level (professional) exam, although many professional-level certification seekers might find it helpful. In India, candidates without any SAP experience need to attend mandatory training program followed by certification exam.