Starting July 21, 2025, Salesforce is introducing a fully redesigned Salesforce Certification Experience. No more switching between Trailhead, Webassessor, and third-party training platforms. Everything from learning paths, instructor-led courses, exam scheduling, and certification tracking is now integrated into Trailhead Academy.
This exciting upgrade is not just a new look; it’s a centralized, learner-first experience that’s built to support every Trailblazer’s career journey from start to certified. In this article, we break down everything you need to know so you can plan your learning path with confidence.
What is Trailhead Academy?
Trailhead Academy is the official Salesforce learning platform for instructor-led training. It offers structured, expert-designed, hands-on courses tailored for every stage of your Salesforce career.
Unlike the self-paced Trailhead learning modules, Trailhead Academy offers a more guided experience. These programs are designed to be immersive, hands-on, and aligned with specific roles, like Administrator, Developer, Architect, Marketer, or Consultant.
The New Salesforce Certification Experience: What’s Changing?
Salesforce’s new certification platform, launching July 21, 2025, is a game-changer for anyone pursuing credentials. A single, seamless hub where Trailblazers can learn, schedule, certify, and grow—without leaving the Trailhead.
Key Changes:
- All-in-one platform: No more jumping between Webassessor and Trailhead—exam registration, rescheduling, and certification status now live within Trailhead.
- Unified dashboard: Access your learning progress, exam history, and upcoming goals—all in one view.
- Smarter recommendations: Based on your progress, Trailhead suggests relevant Academy courses, practice tests, and certifications.
- Streamlined scheduling: Choose exam dates, reschedule, and access your results—all through your Trailhead profile.
- Mobile-friendly: Manage your certification journey from anywhere, anytime.
By centralizing this process, Salesforce has eliminated unnecessary friction for learners and made the certification journey faster and more focused.
Key Dates to Remember:
- June 30, 2025: Last chance to register for Salesforce certification exams on Webassessor.
- July 13, 2025: Final day to take Webassessor exams.
- July 21, 2025: Launch day for the new certification program on Trailhead Academy.
A Preview of the New Salesforce Certification Experience
Salesforce is introducing a smarter and more personalized way to manage your certification journey—all from within Trailhead. The new platform aims to make it easier to explore, prepare for, and schedule your exams. Here’s what you can expect:
- Personalized Dashboard: Your new homepage will highlight upcoming exams, recent progress, and tailored class recommendations to help you stay focused and on track.
Source: Salesforce - Smart Learning Suggestions: Based on your past activity and career goals, Trailhead will suggest the most relevant classes and certifications to support your growth.
Source: Salesforce - Easier Certification Browsing: Use simple filters to explore Salesforce’s full certification catalog. Narrow down your options by role, product, or skill level to find what fits your career goals.
Source: Salesforce - Streamlined Exam Registration: When you’re ready, simply click “Register Now”. You can choose between an online proctored exam or an in-person exam at a certified center. All scheduling and payments are handled securely through Salesforce’s official testing partner.
Source: Salesforce
This redesigned certification experience brings more clarity, flexibility, and personalization, making it easier than ever to achieve your Salesforce goals.
How to Use Trailhead Academy for Certification Prep
Now that Trailhead Academy is more closely linked with the certification process, here’s how you can use it effectively:
Choose Your Role Path
Visit Trailhead Academy and explore certification-specific learning paths. Each role (Admin, Developer, Consultant, etc.) has curated courses aligned with Salesforce certifications.
Join Instructor-Led Training
If you’re preparing for high-stakes certifications like Salesforce Certified Administrator, Platform Developer I, or Consultant exams, Academy courses offer in-depth insights with live Q&A sessions and real-world scenarios.
Schedule Your Exam via Trailhead
Once you complete the Academy training, schedule your exam—now available within your Trailhead profile, thanks to the new certification experience.
Practice and Validate
Use Trailhead’s Exam Readiness Trails and the Academy’s hands-on labs to practice real scenarios. Combine this with practice tests for better results.
Final Thoughts
Salesforce is making certification easier, smarter, and more connected with the New Salesforce Certification Experience—all powered through Trailhead Academy. You no longer need to jump between platforms. Everything from training to exam registration now happens in one place.
Whether you’re starting your Salesforce journey or working toward your next credential, this new setup gives you clear direction, expert guidance, and a smoother path to success.
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