Pearson, through its Pearson VUE business, announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with Salesforce, to serve as the sole provider of Salesforce certification exams worldwide. This collaboration integrates Pearson VUE’s trusted testing systems with Salesforce’s AI-driven CRM platform, equipping professionals with verified skills to drive business success.
Pearson VUE named exclusive provider of Salesforce certification exams.
Partnership offers streamlined certification pathway and flexible delivery.
Includes 80 exams, such as Salesforce Administrator and Agentforce Specialist.
Registration opened July 21, 2025; exams available online, in-person, or at events.
Over 70% of certified professionals report increased efficiency, per Pearson’s 2025 report.
Supports Salesforce’s role in digital transformation and AI adoption.
The partnership creates a unified certification experience, simplifying the process from registration to exam day. “Our strategic collaboration with Salesforce underscores a shared commitment to innovation and professional growth,” said Dr. Gary Gates, managing director of Pearson VUE. By connecting systems, candidates benefit from a seamless, candidate-centric process, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.
Pearson VUE will manage a catalog of 80 Salesforce certification exams, including key certifications like:
Salesforce Administrator: Validates skills in customizing Salesforce and managing users and data.
Agentforce Specialist: Focuses on expertise in customer-agent interactions.
These certifications ensure professionals stay current with Salesforce’s evolving AI and CRM capabilities, critical for digital transformation. “Salesforce certifications unlock this potential, empowering professionals to enhance their skills,” said Sanjeev Balakrishnan, EVP of Customer Success at Salesforce.
Exams are offered in three formats to meet diverse needs:
Online Proctoring (OnVUE): Remote testing from home.
Pearson VUE Test Centers: Secure, in-person environments worldwide.
Event-Based Testing: Client-supervised proctoring at predefined events.
Registration opened on July 21, 2025, with delivery starting thereafter.
Pearson’s 2025 Value of IT Certification Candidate Report highlights that over 70% of certified professionals experience increased efficiency and productivity, with 63% receiving or anticipating promotions. This partnership supports Salesforce’s role in enabling businesses to leverage AI for sales, marketing, and service efficiency, ensuring competitive advantage in dynamic markets.
“This agreement represents a step forward in advancing Pearson’s commitment to accelerating its enterprise learning and skills strategy,” Dr. Gates concluded. By partnering with Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM, Pearson VUE strengthens its position as a leader in professional certification, fostering career growth and organizational success.
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c. 18,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact.
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