Salesforce Developer Certification Program
Develop job-ready Salesforce skills for the agentic era: Apex, Lightning Web Components, and AI-agent building with Agentforce, through hands-on, certification-aligned training.
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Program Overview
The Salesforce Developer Certification Program is designed to build a strong foundation in Salesforce development while preparing participants for real-world implementation and certification success. Through instructor-led learning, hands-on labs, and practical projects, learners gain experience across application development, automation, integrations, platform security, and agentic AI development with Agentforce. These are the skills Salesforce now defines as core to the modern developer role.
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer (formerly Platform Developer I / PD1) validates the ability to develop custom applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components, automation tools, and Salesforce platform services.
Salesforce may include up to five additional unscored pretest questions in the exam; they do not count toward your score.
Where This Credential Can Take You
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer
Custom applications with Apex, Lightning Web Components, automation, and platform services.
Salesforce Certified Agentforce Specialist
Build, manage, and optimize AI agents on the Salesforce platform.
Salesforce Certified Data 360 Consultant
Data strategy and unified customer data for the Agentforce era.
Prefer a free start? The Agentblazer Champion trail on Trailhead runs in parallel with any of these credentials.
Who Should Attend
- Students aspiring for Salesforce Developer roles
- Fresh graduates with programming fundamentals
- Software developers transitioning to the Salesforce ecosystem
- Professionals seeking the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer credential
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Familiarity with JavaScript and web development concepts
- Basic knowledge of databases and data modelling
Curriculum
Fifteen core modules across three phases, each combining instructor-led classroom sessions with guided lab work, plus an agentic development thread aligned to Salesforce’s official developer career trail.
Salesforce Fundamentals & UI Development
| Module | Topics Covered | Class Hrs | Lab Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salesforce Data Model | Objects, fields, relationships | 5 | 3 |
| Security & Access Control | Profiles, permission sets, sharing rules | 5 | 3 |
| Lightning Web Components (LWC) | Component lifecycle, events, styling, LWC in agent-driven experiences | 5 | 4 |
| UI Customisation | Page layouts, record types, Lightning pages | 5 | 5 |
| Reports & Dashboards | Report types, matrix reports, dashboard components, filters & scheduling | 5 | 5 |
Development & Process Automation
| Module | Topics Covered | Class Hrs | Lab Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Programming | Classes, methods, SOQL, DML operations, Apex-backed agent actions | 10 | 3 |
| Governor Limits & Best Practices | Bulk processing, exception handling | 5 | 3 |
| Process Automation | Flows, triggers, workflow rules, invoking AI agents from Flow | 5 | 4 |
| Testing & Debugging | Unit testing, debug logs, test classes, AI-assisted debugging with Agentforce Vibes | 5 | 5 |
| Asynchronous Apex | Queueable, Batchable, Future, Schedulable, Platform Cache | 5 | 5 |
Integration & Security
| Module | Topics Covered | Class Hrs | Lab Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| API Development | REST & SOAP APIs, callouts, JSON/XML, connecting agents to external services | 5 | 5 |
| Authentication & Security | OAuth, Named Credentials, encrypted fields, Einstein Trust Layer | 5 | 5 |
| Deployment Strategies | Change Sets, Metadata API, Salesforce DX, Agentforce DX | 5 | 5 |
| Platform Events & Streaming API | Event-driven architecture, high-volume events, CDC | 5 | 5 |
| DevOps, CI/CD & Monitoring | Source-driven dev, Git branching, SFDX CLI, org monitoring | 5 | 5 |
Build for the Agentic Enterprise with Agentforce
Agentic AI topics run through the labs and project work, mapped to Salesforce’s official Build Your Salesforce Developer Career trail on Trailhead.
Agentforce 360 Platform Development Basics
The tools and technologies that power AI-agent development on the Salesforce platform.
Agent Customization with Apex
Create custom AI agents using agent actions backed by your own Apex logic.
Build an Agent Using Agentforce DX
Use Agentforce DX tooling to build and deploy a working AI agent end to end.
AI-Assisted Coding with Agentforce Vibes
Write, refine, and troubleshoot Apex and LWC through natural-language AI assistance in VS Code.
The Agentic-Era Developer Role
How Salesforce defines the developer’s role as enterprises adopt AI agents, and where you fit in.
Agentforce Mobile SDK: First Look
Bring intelligent, conversational experiences into mobile apps with the Agentforce Mobile SDK.
Integrated across hands-on labs and project work rather than taught as separate classroom hours.
Schedule
| Category | Duration |
|---|---|
| Salesforce Fundamentals & UI Development | Days 1–4 |
| Development & Process Automation | Days 5–7 |
| Integration & Security | Days 8–10 |
| Final Assessment and Wrap-up | Day 11 |
Learning Resources
Participants receive access to industry-standard learning resources throughout the course, including:
- Salesforce Trailhead learning modules
- Instructor-led classroom sessions
- Guided hands-on laboratory exercises
- Practice quizzes and assessments
- Dedicated Salesforce Developer Edition/Sandbox environment
- End-to-end capstone project (strongly recommended)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to:
- Develop custom applications on the Salesforce Platform
- Build user interfaces using Lightning Web Components
- Write efficient Apex code and implement automation solutions
- Integrate Salesforce with external systems using APIs
- Build and customize AI agents with Agentforce and Apex-backed agent actions
- Apply platform security and deployment best practices
- Prepare confidently for the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer certification examination
New on Salesforce: Competencies & Roles for the Agentforce Era
Enterprises are modernizing their workflows with AI agents, and Salesforce has rebuilt its certifications, learning paths, and partner competencies around Agentforce. Here is what is new as of mid-2026, and where it fits in your Salesforce career.
Salesforce Certified Agentforce Specialist
Salesforce’s core AI-agent certification, for professionals who build, manage, and optimize Agentforce agents. 60 scored questions, 105 minutes, 72% passing score, USD $200 (retake $100). A free annual Trailhead maintenance module keeps the credential current.
Credential details ↗Agentblazer Status: Champion, Innovator, Legend
Trailhead’s recognition for AI and Agentforce skills, year-stamped from 2026. The free Champion 2026 trail (about 8 hours) covers AI fundamentals, the Einstein Trust Layer, prompt engineering, and hands-on agent building; Legend pairs with the Agentforce Specialist certification.
Start free on Trailhead ↗Consultant certifications rebrand around Agentforce
From July 24, 2026, Sales Cloud Consultant becomes Agentforce Sales Consultant, Service Cloud Consultant becomes Agentforce Service Consultant, and Field Service becomes Agentforce Field Service & Operations Consultant. AI agents are now built into Salesforce’s role titles themselves.
A refreshed certification family
In July 2025, Salesforce renamed 35 certifications: Administrator is now Platform Administrator, and Platform Developer I is now Platform Developer, the credential this program prepares you for. Since December 2025, the Platform Administrator exam includes a dedicated Agentforce AI topic.
28 outcome-based Competencies
Salesforce’s new partner program, launched March 2026, replaced 170 legacy distinctions with 28 Competencies (including Agentforce and Data 360), each measured by certifications earned, projects delivered, and customer satisfaction. The certifications you earn here map directly to the skills the partner ecosystem hires for.
Data Cloud is now Data 360
Renamed at Dreamforce 2025 as part of the Agentforce 360 platform. The credential is transitioning to Salesforce Certified Data 360 Consultant, a key specialization track for data-focused Salesforce careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I learn to build AI agents with Agentforce?
Yes. Agentic development (building, customizing, and deploying AI agents with Agentforce, Agentforce DX, and Apex-backed agent actions) is woven through the hands-on labs and project work, following the same topics Salesforce teaches in its official developer career trail.
Does the course include a Salesforce exam voucher?
Exam vouchers are offered through Salesforce workforce programs and are subject to eligibility and availability. Our program team will confirm the current voucher options for your batch when you enquire.
What is the mode of training?
The program is delivered in a hybrid mode, combining both online and in-person learning for a flexible and engaging learning experience.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the program?
Yes. Participants will receive a course completion certificate upon successfully completing the program.
What happens if I miss a class?
If you miss a session, you can access the recorded classes and learning materials through the Learning Management System (LMS) at your convenience.
Is prior programming experience required to enroll in this program?
Yes. Participants are expected to have prior experience with at least one programming language before enrolling in the program.
Ready to become a certified Salesforce Developer?
Talk to our program team about upcoming batches, fees, and eligibility.
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