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Exam Format
105 min
60
62%
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CERTIFIED-DATA-CLOUD-CONSULTANT Exam Topics and Domains
CERTIFIED-DATA-CLOUD-CONSULTANT is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Data Cloud, Data Streams, Calculated Insights, Data Cloud Setup, and more.
1
Data Cloud Overview
18%
Data Cloud Purpose and Business Benefits
Data Cloud Essential Terms and ConceptsCommon Data Cloud Application ScenariosData Cloud Process Stages and Interconnected Elements
- Describe the purpose and business benefits of Data Cloud
- Explain essential Data Cloud terminology
- Identify common scenarios where Data Cloud is applied
- Understand the interconnected stages of the Data Cloud process
2
Data Cloud Setup and Administration
12%
Customized Data Stream Types and Bundles
Data Stream ConfigurationData Connector Setup
- Configure data streams and bundles
- Set up various data connectors
- Manage data refresh schedules
Permissions, Permission Sets, and Organization Settings
Data Cloud Permissions ModelOrganization-Wide Settings
- Manage Data Cloud permissions and permission sets
- Configure organization-wide Data Cloud settings
- Implement data security and compliance controls
Data Cloud Administration Tools
Administration Interface and Tools
- Navigate Data Cloud administration tools
- Monitor data processing and quality
- Troubleshoot administrative issues
3
Data Ingestion and Modeling
20%
Data Ingestion Strategies
Data Source Ingestion MethodsData Quality and Validation
- Select appropriate data ingestion methods
- Implement data quality validation
- Handle ingestion errors effectively
Data Modeling and Harmonization
Data Model Objects (DMOs)Data Harmonization ProcessData Relationships and Schema Design
- Design and implement Data Model Objects
- Harmonize data from disparate sources
- Establish proper data relationships
4
Identity Resolution
14%
Identity Resolution Concepts
Unified Individual ProfileIdentity Resolution Rules
- Explain identity resolution concepts
- Configure identity resolution rules
- Create unified individual profiles
Identity Resolution Configuration
Rulesets and Match CategoriesIdentity Resolution Best Practices
- Configure identity resolution rulesets
- Optimize matching accuracy
- Troubleshoot identity resolution issues
5
Segmentation and Insights
18%
Segmentation Strategies
Segment Types and CreationSegmentation Criteria and Filters
- Create and manage segments
- Apply segmentation criteria effectively
- Optimize segment performance
Calculated Insights
Calculated Insight TypesAdvanced Analytics and AI
- Create and use calculated insights
- Implement advanced analytics
- Integrate AI-powered predictions
6
Act on Data (Activation)
18%
Data Activation Channels
Salesforce Cloud ActivationExternal Platform Activation
- Configure activation to Salesforce clouds
- Set up external platform activations
- Manage activation schedules
Activation Configuration and Troubleshooting
Activation SetupActivation Troubleshooting
- Configure and manage activations
- Troubleshoot activation issues
- Monitor activation performance
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CERTIFIED-DATA-CLOUD-CONSULTANT earns the Salesforce Certified Data Cloud Consultant certification. It sits in the Data and Analytics track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- DATA-ARCHITECT - Certified Data ArchitectAdvanced data architecture certification
- INTEGRATION-ARCHITECT - Certified Integration ArchitectFocuses on enterprise integration patterns
Alternative Paths
- MARKETING-CLOUD-CONSULTANT - Marketing Cloud Consultant Complementary skills for marketing data activation
- AI-ASSOCIATE - AI Associate Understanding AI integration with Data Cloud
- BUSINESS-ANALYST - Business Analyst Business requirements gathering and analysis skills
- PLATFORM-APP-BUILDER - Platform App BuilderBuilding custom applications on Salesforce Platform
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-09-20
- Announcement date: 2023-06-01
Updates
- Einstein AI Integration Winter '25 AI-powered insights likely to appear more frequently in exam scenarios • Release date: 2024-10-01
- Zero Copy Partner Network Spring '24 New integration patterns may be tested in data ingestion questions • Release date: 2024-02-01
- Calculated Insights Enhancements Summer '24 Expanded calculated insight capabilities in segmentation questions • Release date: 2024-06-01
Who should take this exam?
- Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator
- 6-12 months hands-on experience with Data Cloud
- 2-3 years experience in CDP and data industry
- Experience with data strategy and data modeling
- Familiarity with Salesforce clouds (Marketing, Sales, Service)