Salesforce WebAssessor: 7 Tips to Book Your Certification Exam

WebAssessor is the official platform for scheduling Salesforce certification exams. Salesforce uses WebAssessor to manage its certification exams, allowing candidates to register, choose between onsite or online proctoring, and track their certification progress.

For Salesforce certifications specifically, WebAssessor lets users:

• Register for exams: Users can browse available Salesforce certification exams and select dates and proctoring options (online or onsite).
• Track certifications: WebAssessor keeps a record of exam results, making it easy to manage certifications over time.
• Connect with Salesforce’s Trailhead: When linked with a Trailhead account, WebAssessor allows users to showcase certifications on their Trailblazer.me profile, the professional networking hub within the Salesforce ecosystem.

In this article, we’ll cover seven tips to book your Salesforce certification exam on WebAssessor.

1. Book Your Salesforce Exam Without Delay!

As the saying goes, “procrastination is the thief of time”. It’s easy to put off scheduling your Salesforce certification, but setting a date keeps you focused and accountable. For many, booking the exam from the outset is a great motivator. Remember, if you need to reschedule, there’s often a fee if you make changes within 24 hours for online exams or 72 hours for onsite exams.

To book, log in to WebAssessor. If this is your first time using WebAssessor, you’ll need to create a test taker profile. You can do this by clicking on “Create a new WebAssessor™ login now”.

Once logged in, head to the “Register For An Exam” tab to book your exam.

2. Confirm Prerequisites

Before diving into preparation, verify that you meet the prerequisites for your desired certification. You can check these on the Trailhead exam guides, our certification guides, or consult our Certification Pathways Infographic for a visual breakdown. On WebAssessor, certifications that have prerequisites will be grayed out if you haven’t yet qualified.

3. Choose Onsite or Online Proctoring

WebAssessor offers both onsite and online proctoring options. Onsite testing provides a distraction-free environment, with equipment handled by the testing center, while online testing allows you to take the exam at home using your own equipment. Online tests require you to install a Secure Browser, and your setup must include a webcam and microphone.

• Online Testing Requirements
• Kryterion System Check

The main limitation of onsite proctoring is typically the proximity of a local testing center.

4. Know About Accommodations

If you need accommodations due to ADHD, neurological differences, or other medical conditions, don’t let them stop you from taking an exam, as Salesforce provides options to ensure you can perform your best. Refer to our detailed guide on requesting exam accommodations for support.

5. Keep Your Tester Code and IDs Handy

After booking, you’ll receive a Test Taker Authorization Code by email. This code is essential to take your exam, so keep it safe! You will also need to bring two forms of government-issued ID for verification on test day.

6. Link Your Trailhead and WebAssessor Accounts

To showcase your achievements, connect your Trailhead and WebAssessor accounts. This link enables you to display certifications on your Trailblazer.me profile and stay updated on required maintenance exams – check out the “Maintenance Due” in red next to my certifications below!

• Link Your Trailhead and Webassessor Accounts
• Maintain Your Salesforce Credential

7. Utilize Your Exam Results

Once you complete your exam, you’ll receive immediate feedback on whether you passed, along with scores for each exam category. This feedback is incredibly useful, especially if you didn’t pass, as your scores highlight areas to focus on before your next attempt.

Summary

Salesforce certifications are a fantastic way to advance your career. WebAssessor simplifies the scheduling process, making it easier to take that next step. So don’t delay – schedule your exam today and start moving closer to your certification goals!