For any Salesforce professional, earning certifications is a non-negotiable step for career advancement. They validate your expertise and are often a prerequisite for key roles within the ecosystem. Of course, this professional development comes at a cost, with exams ranging from 200 to 400.
The good news is that Salesforce frequently provides avenues for significant savings—you just need to know where to look. Below, I’ve compiled a list of every current certification voucher I could find, along with other proven strategies to help you secure a discount.
Here are the best places to look.
1. Trailhead Quests: Your Monthly Opportunity
Salesforce’s Trailhead platform is your most consistent source for potential vouchers. Regularly check for new "Quests"—time-limited learning challenges that often offer certification vouchers as prizes.
Pro Tip: Quests refresh monthly. If you don’t win one, simply try again the following month.
2. Events: Network and Save
Attending Salesforce events is one of the most reliable ways to secure a discount.
Major Conferences: Large events like Dreamforce frequently provide complimentary exam vouchers or significant discounts to in-person attendees.
Community Events (Dreamin' Events): These regional gatherings are not only great for networking but also often feature competitions and giveaways that include certification vouchers.
3. Trailblazer Community Groups
Your local Trailblazer Community Group can be an unexpected source of vouchers. Occasionally, Salesforce may provide groups with coupons to distribute.
Important Note: These vouchers are given at Salesforce's discretion. Community leaders cannot request them, so please be respectful and do not directly ask for coupons. If available, they will be announced as a surprise or prize.
New opportunities for vouchers arise frequently. The key is to stay engaged with the Salesforce ecosystem through Trailhead and community participation.