The Salesforce certification program offers certifications organized into tracks according to roles: Administrators, Architects, Consultants, Data Analysts, Developers, Designers, Marketers, and Sales professionals. Check out the certification catalog on Trailhead Academy to determine which certification is best for you, given your background, knowledge, skills, and career goals. The exam guide for each exam describes the skills and experience you are expected to have and provides information on the breadth and depth of the topics covered in the exam.
Exam Delivery Options: Online Proctored vs. Testing Center
If Online Proctored Delivery Is Not Available on Your Account
Accredited Professional Certifications
Administrator Certifications
Architect Certifications
Business Analyst Certifications
Consultant Certifications
Data Analyst Certifications
Designer Certifications
Developer Certifications
Marketer Certifications
Product-Focused Certifications
Sales Professional Certifications
On February 1, 2027, Salesforce will retire 24 certifications as part of an ongoing commitment to keeping certifications meaningful, relevant, and aligned with what the industry needs most.
A strong portfolio of 63 certifications will remain—spanning every major role in the Salesforce ecosystem, including Administrators, Architects, Consultants, Developers, Designers, Marketers, Sales Professionals, Business Analysts, Data Analysts, and more.
Have questions about which certifications are retiring and what it means for you? Check out the FY27 Certification Retirements FAQ for everything you need to know.
All proctored Salesforce certification exams can be taken in two formats:
Online proctored (Pearson OnVUE): Take the exam from home or office with a remote proctor via webcam. Requires a compatible device and internet connection.
Testing center (in person): Take the exam at a Pearson VUE testing facility. No device requirements — equipment is provided.
Some accounts have online proctored delivery restricted at the account level. If you are unable to select online proctored as a delivery option when registering:
You can take your exam at a testing center in the meantime — see Reschedule Your Salesforce Certification Exam From Online Proctored to a Testing Center.
To request that online proctored delivery be enabled on your account, open a support case at help.salesforce.com. A specialist will review and update the setting.

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