Become a Certified Awesome Admin
Stephen Noe Director, Salesforce Architecture Services – 7Summits
@SnoeCloud
Why Should I Get Certified?
The “official” pitch: “Demand for Salesforce experts is growing rapidly and companies are looking for proven professionals. Companies who use certified cloud specialists see smoother deployments and better use of Salesforce. Getting certified boosts your career and enables you to contribute even more to your organization's success.”
• http://certification.salesforce.com/
What that means: • High demand for Salesforce professionals • Increases career opportunities • Validates your knowledge • Improves your skillset
What Can I Get Certified In?
Administrators • Salesforce Administrator • Salesforce Advanced Administrator
App Builders • Salesforce Platform App Builder
Implementation Experts • Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant
• Salesforce Service Cloud Consultant
Developers • Salesforce Platform Developer I • Salesforce Platform Developer II
Marketers • Salesforce Marketing Cloud Email Specialist • Salesforce Marketing Cloud Social Specialist
Pardot • Salesforce Pardot Specialist • Salesforce Pardot Consultant
Architects • Salesforce Technical Architect
How Do I Get Certified?
Proctored Test • Online or in person • $200 registration fee
• 60 questions • 90 minutes
• 65% passing score
• Pass/fail and incorrect answers not shown
Platform Developer II • Additional programing assignment
Technical Architect • Review Board Presentation
How Do I Get Certified?
Study Guide • Certification.Salesforce.com
Trailhead • Developer.Salesforce.com/Trailhead
Salesforce Help & Training • Help.Salesforce.com
Online Flash Cards
How Do I Maintain My Certification?
Maintenance Exams • Online non-proctored tests • Focused on changes in latest release
• Align with Salesforce releases • $100 annual maintenance fee
Tips & Tricks To Get Certified
• Talk with your employer about reimbursement • Start with the Administrator certification • Use the study guide as your foundation • Take test in person if possible • Don’t be afraid to fail • Write down questions you’re unsure of • If you don’t pass, retake test soon after • Take your maintenance exams
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