Salesforce Certified Administrator Training & Certification Guide (2026)
Mastering the Salesforce platform starts with the Administrator Certification. As companies shift toward AI-driven CRM strategies, the role of an Admin has evolved from simple data entry to managing complex automation, data integrity, and AI agents.
Quick Facts: The 2026 Exam
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Code | CRT-101 |
| Questions | 60 Multiple-Choice (plus 5 unscored) |
| Passing Score | 65% |
| Key Shift | High emphasis on Salesforce Flow and Agentforce AI |
🏗️ Core Knowledge Domains
The exam tests your ability to manage a Salesforce org effectively. Here is the breakdown of the current syllabus:
1. Configuration, Setup, and Objects (25%)
This is the “bread and butter” of an admin. You must understand how to set up users, manage profiles, and build the architecture of the data.
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Object Manager: Creating Custom Objects, Fields, and Relationships (Lookup vs. Master-Detail).
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User Management: Resetting passwords, freezing users, and managing licenses.
2. Security and Data Access (15%)
The most critical part of the exam. You must master the “Security Waterfall”:
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Organization-Wide Defaults (OWD): The baseline level of access.
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Role Hierarchy: Vertical access for management.
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Sharing Rules: Horizontal access for peer groups.
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Permission Sets: Providing specific exceptions without changing profiles.
3. Workflow and Process Automation (20%)
Important: As of 2026, Salesforce has fully transitioned to Flow Builder.
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Record-Triggered Flows: Automating actions when a record is created or updated.
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Screen Flows: Creating guided wizards for users to input data.
4. Data, Analytics, and AI (25%)
With the rise of Agentforce, admins are now “Data Stewards.”
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Reports & Dashboards: Building custom report types and visual components.
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Data Cloud: Understanding how unified data feeds AI models.
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Agentforce Basics: Setting up AI agents to handle routine customer service tasks.
🛠️ ITGuru Training Key Features
Choosing the right training partner is essential. Our module is designed for hands-on mastery:
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20 Hours of High-Quality Video: Covering every corner of the Lightning Experience.
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Real-World Projects: You won’t just watch; you’ll build. Projects include end-to-end Sales Cloud implementation.
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24/7 Support: Stuck on a complex Sharing Rule? Our experts are available around the clock.
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Lifetime Access: Revisit the content whenever Salesforce releases a new seasonal update (Spring, Summer, Winter).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there any prerequisites?
A: No official prerequisites are required, though we recommend having a basic understanding of business processes or the “Salesforce Associate” certificate.
Q: Do you offer job assistance?
A: Yes. ITGuru has a network of over 200+ global clients. After completing the course, we provide resume building and interview preparation to help you land your first role.
Q: How long does it take to get certified?
A: Most students who dedicate 5-10 hours a week can be exam-ready within 4 to 6 weeks.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 16 Lessons
- 20 Hours
- Salesforce Admin Course Syllabus16
- 1.1Could Computing Concepts
- 1.2CRM Concepts
- 1.3Creating Salesforce Developer Account
- 1.4Salesforce.com Products Overview
- 1.5Salesforce Object Management
- 1.6Data Validation and Formula Fields
- 1.7Customizing Page Layouts
- 1.8Object Relationships
- 1.9Business Process Automation Tools
- 1.10Security and Data Visibility
- 1.11Data Management
- 1.12Sales Cloud Implementation
- 1.13Service Cloud Implementation
- 1.14Community Cloud
- 1.15Enterprise Territory Management
- 1.16Analytics in Salesforce
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