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Did you know that you can get five Salesforce certifications without knowing how to write code?
That’s right! Even the Developer Certification (DEV 401) requires zero knowledge of code!
…this means you can easily get five certifications in just three months, without taking any classes!
…this means you can easily get five certifications in just three months, without taking any classes!
Step 1: Certified Salesforce Administrator (ADM 201)
This test is pure memorization, which means it’s 100% study-able. The ADM 201 class is a nice to have, but certainly not required to pass.
- Read through the Official Admin Certification Study Guide
- For each item on the exam outline above, Google its official documentation page.
Example: Google “Salesforce Lead Management” and study the documentation. - Understand why Salesforce has this functionality and its customization potential.
- Study the flashcards from Quizlet.com:
- Flashcard Set 1
- Flashcard Set 2
- Flashcard Set 3
- Flashcard Set 4
- Re-study each category until you’re able to get 90% of flashcards correct.
Step 2: Certified Salesforce Developer (DEV 401)
No knowledge of code required! In my opinion the easiest cert since it requires the least memorization. Most answers can be solved logically.
- Free Udacity video course on Salesforce fundamentals
- The Official Admin Fundamentals Workbook
- Read through the Official Developer Certification Study Guide
- For each item on the exam outline above, Google its official documentation page.
Example: Google “Salesforce Approval Process” and study the documentation. - Understand why Salesforce has this functionality and its customization potential.
- Study the flashcards from Quizlet.com:
- Flashcard Set 1
- Flashcard Set 2
- Re-study each category until you’re able to get 90% of flashcards correct.
Step 3: Certified Salesforce Advanced Administrator (ADM 301)
Extremely similar to the Salesforce Developer Certification, which means by now you’re nearly ready for this test. Don’t wait long after DEV 401 to take this one!
- Read through the Official Advanced Admin Certification Study Guide
- For each item on the exam outline above, Google its official documentation page.
Example: Google “Salesforce Permission Sets” and study the documentation. - Understand why Salesforce has this functionality and its customization potential.
- Study the flashcards from Quizlet.com:
- Flashcard Set 1
- Flashcard Set 2
- Re-study each category until you’re able to get 90% of flashcards correct.
Step 4: Certified Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant (CON 201)
A lot of the material overlaps with the Developer and the Advanced Administrator certification. Take this one ASAP before you forget the material!
- Read through the Official Sales Cloud Consultant Certification Study Guide
- For each item on the exam outline above, Google its official documentation page.
Example: Google “Salesforce Territory Management” and study the documentation. - Understand why Salesforce has this functionality and its customization potential.
- Study the flashcards from Quizlet.com:
- Flashcard Set 1
- Re-study each category until you’re able to get 90% of flashcards correct.
Step 5: Certified Salesforce Service Cloud Consultant
I recommend this certification last since it covers material that doesn’t overlap much with the others. Also, only a portion of Salesforce orgs use Service Cloud.
- Read through the Official Service Cloud Certification Study Guide
- For each item on the exam outline above, Google its official documentation page.
Example: Google “Salesforce Open CTI” and study the documentation. - Understand why Salesforce has this functionality and its customization potential.
- Study the flashcards from Quizlet.com:
- Flashcard Set 1
- Flashcard Set 2
- Flashcard Set 3
- Re-study each category until you’re able to get 90% of flashcards correct.
Need a little extra motivation to succeed?
How Mayank got 5 certifications in just 6 weeks!
How Adam ALSO got 5 certifications in just 6 weeks!
…and so many others!
How Mayank got 5 certifications in just 6 weeks!
How Adam ALSO got 5 certifications in just 6 weeks!
…and so many others!
Don’t forget to reward yourself after each certification you pass!
FAQ's
What is Webassessor?
Webassessor (by Kryterion) is a secure, online testing tool used by Salesforce to administer certification exams.
How do I find my salesforce certification?
Visit the Salesforce Certification Verification page. Locate your certifications by searching for your full name or email address. (Note: You must enter your name or email exactly as written in your Webassessor account.) Click View Certifications to view all of your certifications.
Do Salesforce certifications expire?
Certification Expiration. Successful completion of release-specific Trailhead modules is required to maintain your Salesforce Certification credentials. If you do not complete your maintenance by the required due date, all certifications maintained by that module will expire.
What is Kryterion Webassessor?
KRYTERION - Webassessor. CONTROL • CONVENIENCE • CONFIDENCE. Webassessor(TM) is a secure online testing tool that integrates all the functionality you need to create, deliver, and manage tests in one easy-to-use application.
How many attempts are required for Salesforce certification?
You can give the three attempts for one exam.
In which language Salesforce is written?
Apex: Salesforce's proprietary programming language with Java-like syntax. Visualforce: A markup language that lets you create custom Salesforce pages with code that looks a lot like HTML, and optionally can use a powerful combination of Apex and JavaScript.