This study guide covers all of the topics in the Admin exam. It includes summaries of all topics, screenshots and review questions. The percentage weighting from the official study guide is added after each topic name.
Resources
Lessons
Configuration and Setup III
- Given a scenario, demonstrate the proper setup and maintenance of users.
- Explain the various organization Security Controls. (for example, Setup Audit Trail, Login Hours, Session Settings).
- Given a user request scenario, apply the appropriate security controls based on the features and capabilities of the Salesforce sharing model. (for example, public groups, org wide default, sharing: roles, subordinates, hierarchy, report and dashboard folders).
- Given a scenario, determine the appropriate use of a custom profile or permission set using the various profile settings and permissions.
- Knowledge Check
Object Manager and Lightning App Builder
- Describe the standard object architecture and relationship model (for example, standard object, parent/child, master detail/lookup/junction relationships, and record types).
- Explain how to create, delete, and customize fields and page layouts on standard and custom objects, and know the implications of deleting fields.
- Given a scenario, determine how to create and assign page layouts, record types and business processes for custom and standard objects.
- Test Your Skills!
- Knowledge Check
Sales and Marketing Applications
- Given a scenario, identify the capabilities and implications of the sales process (for example, sales process, opportunity, path, and forecast impact).
- Given a scenario, apply the appropriate sales productivity features using opportunity tools (for example, dashboards, lead scoring, Einstein opportunity scoring, and home page assistant).
- Describe the capabilities of lead automation tools
- Describe the capabilities of campaign management
- Knowledge Check
Data and Analytics Management
- Data and Analytics Management Overview Video
- Describe the considerations when importing, updating, transferring, mass deleting, exporting and backing up data.
- Describe the capabilities and implications of data validation tools.
- Describe the options available when creating or customizing a report or report type.
- Describe the impact of the sharing model on reports.
- Describe the options available when creating and modifying dashboards (for example, dashboard components, data sources, chart types, Subscribing, running user).
- Knowledge Check
Hi FocusOnForce, thanks to your detailed study guide and practice exams, I was able to successfully pass the Salesforce admin certification.
Initially, I did not invest much time to study through all the study guide per sections. After failing the initial attempts, I devised a study plan, complete each topic and take each the corresponding practice exams.
Thanks again for the detailed-oriented study guide.
🎉 Huge congratulations, Ahmad, on passing your Salesforce Admin certification! Your dedication and strategic study approach truly paid off, and we’re so thrilled to have been part of your journey. 🌟 Wishing you continued success in your Salesforce career 🚀
I passed! My method was a little different since I had one the trailheads already:
1) Take the practice exam for a module and reviewed the questions I was getting wrong to understand why
2) Watched the Study Group Videos while having the applicable courseware up for that video – I would often pause a deep dive into the concepts being discussed. Even watching the course videos to better understand concepts
3) All the Practice Admin Cert Exams
4) Where I scored lower I went back to complete steps 1 and 2 in order to boost scores to around 80 percent
5) 63% on first try
6) Studied three more days with steps 1-2 and re-took a few practice exams I had lower scores on
7) Passed on second attempt with 80%
🎉 Huge congratulations, Daniel, on passing your Administrator Certification! 🎓👏 Your dedication and detailed study method are truly inspiring, and we’re thrilled that our materials and videos played a part in your success. Wishing you all the best for your Salesforce journey ahead! 🚀
How practical is the exam? Do they test alot on rules and functionalities or are there use case examples as well?
Hi Charles! Great question! The questions are a mix of multiple-choice and scenario-based, which means you’ll need to apply your knowledge to practical, real-world situations. This approach ensures that certified administrators can effectively manage and optimize Salesforce environments in actual work settings. The exam covers key topics such as:
Configuration and Setup: 20%
Object Manager and Lightning App Builder: 20%
Sales and Marketing Applications: 12%
Service and Support Applications: 11%
Productivity and Collaboration: 7%
Data and Analytics Management: 14%
Workflow/Process Automation: 16%
Hope this helps!
I passed my Admin201 exam on 10/11/2024! Thanks FoF! I could not have done it without this study guide! And, the truth is, it’s more than a guide to help you pass an exam. It’s really about understanding the subject matter so that eventually, when I’m working AS an Admin, I’m ready to go. And, by default, that understanding helped me pass the exam and prove what I know.
🎉 Huge congratulations, Lynette, on passing your Admin201 exam! We’re thrilled to hear that our study guide helped you not only pass the exam but also truly understand the subject matter for your Admin role. Wishing you all the best in your journey ahead as a Salesforce Admin!
Hi,
In my opinion this course with it’s questions is harder than the normal Certification.
I’ve passed it last week and for sure FoF helped me a lot with it.
Thanks <3!
Hi Przemysław,
Huge congratulations on passing your Admin certification! 🎉 We’re thrilled that our course helped you along the way, and it’s awesome to hear that you found the challenge rewarding. Best of luck with your future Salesforce journey! 🚀
Thank you FOF team,I cleared my salesforce admin certification yesterday
Congratulations on passing your Salesforce Administrator certification, Kalaivani! That’s a fantastic achievement, and we’re thrilled to have been part of your journey. If you plan on pursuing further certifications or need any additional resources, feel free to reach out. Keep up the great work, and best of luck in your Salesforce career!
I passed the exam this morning!! I used Focus On Force and my job as an unofficial admin (aka power user) almost exclusively for studying. Thank you to the Focus On Force team for providing such a great resource :D
Huge congratulations on passing the Administrator exam, Kylie! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that Focus on Force played a key role in your success. Thank you for the kind words, and we’re so glad we could support you on your journey. Keep shining! 🚀
Looking forward to more of your achievements with us!
I passed!!! (on my first try too!) This study guide is what got me over the finish line. It was a nice combination of videos and slides that dug in deeper to better understand the functionality and that’s what I needed. I found myself being able to spot the wrong answers right away while going through practice tests this week! Thanks Focus on Force! Onto the next one…
Congratulations on passing the Administrator exam on your first try, Kim! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that our study guide, with its combination of videos and slides, helped you achieve this milestone. Best of luck on your next certification journey, keep up the great work! 🚀
Hey Kim long did it take you to study for the exam and how hours per day did you study?
How long did you study for. And how many hours per day? Did you pass only using Focus on Force and doing the Trailhead???