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Salesforce Certification Booking Experience: What You Need to Know Before July 2025
If you’re preparing for a Salesforce certification, you may have already heard about the big change in the exam registration process. Salesforce is officially shifting all certification bookings from Webassessor to Trailhead Academy via Pearson VUE, which means you should know a few things before your exam day. Whether you’re planning to become a Certified Administrator, Developer, or Architect, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to make the switch smooth and stress-free.
Why the Change?
Salesforce is known for innovation, and this update is all about streamlining the experience for learners and professionals. By moving certification bookings to Trailhead Academy, Salesforce is creating a one-stop hub where you can:
- Learn through Trailhead modules
- Track your progress
- Book your certification exams
- View your results and credentials
All in one place. No more switching between platforms.
Key Dates You Shouldn’t Miss
If you’re already studying or planning to book an exam soon, take note of these important deadlines:
- June 30, 2025 – Last day to register for any certification exam on Webassessor
- July 13, 2025 – Last day to complete an exam through Webassessor
- July 21, 2025 – Certification bookings go live on Trailhead Academy via Pearson VUE
After these dates, Webassessor will no longer be used for Salesforce exams.
Ensure a Smooth Transition: Sync Your Email IDs
Here’s a detail that might seem small, but it’s critical.
Your Trailhead and Webassessor accounts must use the same email ID. This is how Salesforce ensures that your past exam records and credentials are correctly transferred to your Trailblazer profile.
If the emails don’t match, your history might not show up, and fixing that can be a hassle later.
What’s New in the Certification Booking Experience?
Once the shift to Trailhead Academy is complete, you’ll notice a few new things when viewing certification exam pages. These include:
- Exam fees
- Available languages
- Whether the exam is proctored or unproctored
- Delivery method (online or at a test center)
- Exam format and number of questions
- Time duration
- Any prerequisites required
It’s easier to understand everything before booking your slot, with no last-minute surprises.
How to Book Your Exam After July 21
Booking your Salesforce exam on Trailhead Academy will be a simple process:
- Login to Trailhead and go to the certifications section.
- Find the credential you want to pursue.
- Choose your exam delivery mode – online proctored or test center.
- Proceed to book through Pearson VUE.
- After your exam, view your results and credentials directly in your Trailblazer Profile.
No separate logins. No switching platforms. Everything stays under your Salesforce learning journey.
Need Help?
Salesforce has also updated its certification FAQs, which are available directly within Trailhead Academy. You’ll find answers to questions about exam delivery, results, history sync, and more.
If you need personal help, you can contact Salesforce support for certification-specific issues.