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Tableau Desktop Specialist + Data Analyst Certification (Udemy.com)

All-in-One Guide to Pass the Tableau Desktop Specialist & Certified Data Analyst exams | 2 Full Practice Exams

Created by: Nikolai Schuler

Last updated September 2026

Our take

Based on the ratings of 732 students, a sample of their written reviews and the syllabus, as the course stood in September 2026. No course pays to be reviewed.

This is exam prep first and a general Tableau course second. It runs about 10 hours across 138 lectures, split into two parts that each work through their own set of modules. Topics include connecting to data, analysis, sharing insights, creating content and publishing to Tableau Cloud, with some Tableau Prep too. Nikolai Schuler teaches alongside Ben Butters. No prior Tableau experience is required, and the quizzes and two practice tests are there to check how ready you are.

Reviewers like the pace. Two mention that the instructor speaks slowly and takes his time, which helps when reviewing. One says Ben is thorough and explains things well, and another credits the course for passing the Desktop Foundations exam. Complaints are small. One student could not find the data file used in a lecture, one wanted more on how to book the exam, and a Portuguese-speaking student says translation is missing from some videos. One reviewer also hit a download problem that showed only the intro videos.

Of 732 ratings, 450 are five stars and only five are one or two stars, so the feedback leans strongly positive. The course was updated in September 2026, which is reassuring for exam content that shifts over time. At 10 hours it is short, so plan on extra practice beyond the two practice tests. A solid pick for exam candidates. Casual learners after broad dashboard design skills may want something less certification-driven.

Best forPeople who want one short course to prep for both Tableau certification exams, starting from zero or brushing up.
Skip it ifYou just want to build dashboards for work and have no plan to sit a certification exam.

Pros

  • Instructor speaks slowly and takes his time, which reviewers find easy to follow and handy for revision
  • 31 quizzes and two full practice tests to check exam readiness
  • Covers both the Desktop Specialist and Data Analyst exams in about 10 hours
  • Refreshed in September 2026 and rated 4.6 across 732 reviews

Cons

  • At least one student could not find the data file used in a lecture
  • Light on how to book and schedule the exam, which one reviewer asked for
  • Translation is missing from some videos, per a Portuguese-speaking reviewer
This is exactly what I needed to get ready for the exam. Great job by the instructor
Khamnauth Hardeo, a student

Listed for all levels with no prerequisites. Newcomers can follow it, though it is built around exam topics.

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What you will learn

  • Master everything you need to Ace both the Desktop Specialist & Data Analyst Exams
  • Master all skills needed to become a Skilled Tableau Developer
  • Learn from an experienced and Certified Tableau Developer
  • Test your knowledge in quizzes and hands-on lectures
  • Build skills in Tableau Desktop, Tableau Prep and Tableau Cloud
  • 2 Full Practice Tests to test your readiness for the exam

Course content

10 sections · 138 lectures · 10 hours of video 31 quizzes, 2 practice tests, 1 assignment, 3 articles

  1. 1Welcome 2 free previews4 lectures · 7 min
  2. 2Part 1 Module 1: Connecting To and Preparing Data 2 free previews13 lectures · 4 quizzes · 56 min
  3. 3Part 1 Module 2: Exploring and Analysing Data22 lectures · 6 quizzes · 2.3 hours
  4. 4Part 1 Module 3: Sharing Insights17 lectures · 4 quizzes · 1.6 hours
  5. 5Part 1 Module 4: Understanding Tableau Concepts4 lectures · 2 quizzes · 14 min
  6. 6Part 2 Module 1: Connect To and Transform Data24 lectures · 4 quizzes · 1.4 hours
  7. 7Part 2 Module 2: Exploring and Analysing Data29 lectures · 5 quizzes · 1.9 hours
  8. 8Part 2 Module 3: Create Content16 lectures · 3 quizzes · 1.1 hours
  9. 9Part 2 Module 4: Publish and Manage Content On Tableau Cloud7 lectures · 4 quizzes · 25 min
  10. 10Congratulations2 lectures · 2 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • Anyone looking to develop Tableau skills and/or gain the Desktop Specialist and/or Data Analyst certifications

What you need before you start

  • Laptop with access to the internet & motivation to learn.
  • No experience needed, you will learn everything in this course.

How it compares

Against the other 59 rated Udemy courses in Tableau on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.6 out of 5higher than 57% of them
  • Reviews732#34 of 60 by number of reviews
  • Length10 hourslonger than 69% of them
  • Last updatedSeptember 2026more recently than 98% of them

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Course Description

Do you want to enhance your skills and learn everything required to pass both the Desktop Specialist and Data Analyst exam?

In this course you will be guided through all subjects required to become a successful Tableau developer.


Become a highly skilled Tableau developer capable of tackling any challenge!


Why you should take this course:

✓ Understand everything from scratch – step by step hands on lectures

✓ Learn all fundamental and advanced features – understand best practices

✓ Theory provided – clear explanations of all subjects

✓ Practice everything hands on – quizzes and practice tests to solidify your knowledge


What is in this course?

This course provides everything you need to become a Tableau professional!

✓ Master all the fundamentals

✓ Master also all the advanced topics

✓ Learn the best practices hands-on

✓ Apply what you’ve learned in a lot of & quizzes and practice tests

✓ Personal support whenever you have questions


This course is right for you if...

... you have never worked with Tableau and want to learn how to master everything hands-on in just one course.

... OR you already have some basic knowledge and want to dive deeper and become more advanced.


This is the one course that covers everything you need to master Tableau.

Enrol now to get lifelong access and become a professional Tableau developer!

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Instructor Details

Nikolai Schuler

Are you thinking about pursuing a career as a Data Analyst or Data Scientist?

Do you ever think that your career could take a leap forward if you would have more knowledge and skills in the world of data?

Perhaps you are even feeling overwhelmed by the number of courses available or by the fact that your life is already too full to concentrate on one more course?


I am Nikolai Schuler, I am a data scientist and BI consultant, and I have been there too...

A few years ago I noticed that the world of data benefits from many new tools and technologies. However, I also realized that it is extremely difficult to get trained in the field: Practical courses with real quality content are rare and are often structured in such a way that they are incompatible with a working life full of other tasks and activities.

While going through hours of research and training, I came up with the idea of creating a course that would offer extremely valuable content but that would be at the same time easy to follow due to its structure.

My goal is to help as many people as possible to pursue their desired career in this new Digital Age by enabling them to upgrade their data analysis skills. I am proud to say that I am heading in the right direction as my courses have already found their audience in over 170 countries and received thousands of positive feedbacks.


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Reviews

4.6

732 ratings on Udemy

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By Daniel Sellers on 12/27/2025

I have been using Tableau for a while and I want to pass the Data Analyst Certification exam. This course is exactly what I needed. Ben is very thorough and explains thing very well.

By Kavon Nowroozi on 10/13/2025

This course doesn't have as many ratings as some of the others, but I found it to be much better than most of the "top-rated" courses for the tableau desktop cert. This course methodically and clearly breaks down feature by feature. The teaching style is calm, clear, and consise. Can't recommend enough. I also like how it breaks down modules into those required for the desktop cert, and then those required for the data analyst cert.

By Anonymized User on 6/17/2025

Its awesome course, I tried other course which was most rated on udemy with most number of students and so called best seller. Its content was same, but here and there , but this course is at next level. So well planned and so organized. This is how, human brain works and understand. Thanks a lot

By Chea Gray on 5/8/2025

Good course that went at a good pace with easy to understand information. I believe this course offers a good review of the foundations of Tableau and will serve as a beneficial aide for anyone looking to pass either of the Tableau exams.

By Joseph Hunt on 2/28/2025

I like that the demos were simple but to the point. I did find the test questions to be somewhat tricky, but after hearing that the actual tests are the same, I understand why. Good course. I would recommend it.

By Lori Smotryski on 8/25/2024

UPDATE: Passed the exam with a 903. This course definitely will help you prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Exam!! Overall, a good course and you get a lot for the price. Some typos and unusual wording here and there but good content overall. Some lectures in part 2 seem a little rushed. Id also recommend modifying the handout to not have a black background - this saves on printer ink. Also, remove the logo for each slide so students have the ability to write notes on the pages as well. I also would have liked more practice exams, but the quizzes throughout helped reinforce the lessons. Taking the Desktop exam soon. Hopefully it goes well.

By Z. B. on 4/25/2024

For a high-level knowledge - good. But doesn't feel like this alone will be enough to pass the Data Analyst Certification exam. It does recommend to study more on your own.

By Ayodeji Oyinlola on 3/29/2024

Great course. Worth every penny. I would go over the course again just to be sure before attempting the exams but all in all, both sections are broken down in easy to understand and follow chunks. Words are clear and audible, videos are sharp.

By Karen Prater on 2/13/2024

This course helped me prepare for the Tableau Certified Data Analyst Exam. The course outline kept me focused on studying and practicing the areas that would be covered on the exam. The exam guide https://www.tableau.com/learn/certification/tableau-certified-data-analyst-exam-guide and the free Tableau resources are overwhelming, if that is all you use. Sometimes the definitions and descriptions official Tableau resources use are confusing. Hearing slightly different explanations was helpful. Ben's course helped me 'hear & read' definitions and descriptions differently. I appreciate Ben's clear diction, and pacing (he did not speak too slowly or too quickly for me). The quizzes helped me stay engaged with the content. The practice tests (knowledge and hands on) were very helpful. Thank you, Ben. Keep up the good work!

By Bryan Berkey on 1/7/2024

Great introduction to Tableau and data visualizations. Lectures and examples were well thought out. The length of lectures was just about perfect for quick and concise information allowing for students to take breaks and start back up easily the next time.

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Overall Score : 92 / 100