Important Update: Salesforce is Renaming 35+ Certifications

Salesforce is officially changing the names of over 30 of its certifications. But don’t worry—you’re not losing anything. This is part of a broader push to make the Salesforce certification system clearer, more role-specific, and better aligned with what you actually do on the job.

Still, it’s natural to have questions. What’s changed? What do you need to do? Does this affect your career path?

Let’s break it all down.

Why Is Salesforce Changing Certification Names?

Over time, Salesforce’s ecosystem has grown a lot. What started with a handful of certifications has expanded into a large library covering everything from CRM administration to Tableau analytics. As the platform evolved, some of the certification names didn’t keep pace. Many were vague, outdated, or didn’t reflect professionals’ work in real life.

For example, “Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I” doesn’t exactly scream, “I build CRM apps for a living.” The new name? “Salesforce Certified Platform Developer.” It’s way more direct.

This update helps:

• Make certification names clearer for hiring managers.
• Help learners understand what certs match their actual job roles.
• Clean up overlaps and inconsistencies across different paths.

In short, it’s not just a facelift but a realignment.

Which Salesforce Certifications Got Renamed?

Let’s get to the part you came for: What actually changed? We’ve categorized 35 certifications by job role—here’s a table with some of the major name updates straight from Trailhead.

How to Get an Updated Certificate and Logo with the New Certification Name? 

Here’s the best part: If you already hold a Salesforce certification, you don’t have to retake any exams or fill out forms. You’re covered.

Salesforce will automatically:

• Update the name of your certification.
• Refresh the digital badge and certificate logo to match.
• Sync it all to your Trailhead profile.

If you want to grab the new logo or updated certificate for your resume, LinkedIn, or portfolio:

1. Log into your Trailhead account.
2. Click on your profile.
3. Go to the “Credentials” tab.
4. Download your new badge or certificate.

That’s it. No action needed unless you want to flex the new title. Ensure that your Trailhead profile is up to date with your current information to avoid any discrepancies.

What You Need to Know?

Let’s brief it out to keep it simple:

• Effective Date: The name changes will officially roll out starting July 21, 2025.
• No Extra Exams: If you already have the cert, the name will update automatically.
• Badge & Logo Update: You’ll see your new badge and cert in your Trailhead profile.
• Certification Platform Is Moving: Salesforce is transitioning its certification exams from Webassessor to Trailhead Academy.
• Make Sure Emails Match: If your Trailhead and Webassessor emails are different, update them to match so your records sync without issues.

Winding Up

Lastly, it would be better by concluding that these updates are meant to make things easier for you, not harder. The names will get changed in the future, but your certification still holds the same value and will help to prove your skills. If you are still thinking about this update,  here’s the takeaway: nothing is being taken away, and you don’t need to worry.

In fact, the new names make it easier to match certifications to real job roles, helping you choose the right path and showcase your expertise more clearly. Use this as a fresh opportunity to grow your Salesforce career with more focus and confidence.