Validates knowledge of configuring and administering a Salesforce org, including security, data management, automation, reporting and Agentforce.
A good Platform Administrator course covers every section of the exam guide and has you configure a real org, from users and security to Flow, reports and Agentforce. We compared the options on exam coverage, hands-on practice and price.
Most people should start with Salesforce's free Platform Administrator prep Trailmix and practise in a free org. Add Mike Wheeler's Udemy course for one guided video course that follows the exam guide, and choose ADX201 only if your employer pays for the five-day class.
| Course | Best for | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
 Complete Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator Course | Guided video course | Video | $175 |
 Platform Administrator Certification Prep Trailmix | Free official course | Interactive | Free |
About 40 hours of video across 19 sections that cover every exam section, with demos in a free org. It includes a timed 60-question practice test and covers the December 2025 exam.
Great fit if you want one guided course that follows the exam guide
Poor fit if you want a free route or a short review; choose Salesforce's Trailmix
Salesforce's own Trailhead modules for the exam, with hands-on challenges you complete in a free practice org. The Trailmix is built around the exam guide, so you work through the topics the exam tests.
Great fit if you want the official route at no cost
Poor fit if you want timed practice exams; add K2U's practice exams
Salesforce's official five-day class for new administrators, taught by a live instructor online or in person. It teaches the admin role on a fixed schedule with an instructor.
Great fit if your employer pays for training and you learn best with an instructor
Poor fit if you are paying yourself; choose the free Trailmix
Compare all Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator practice tests →
For most people, Salesforce's free Platform Administrator prep Trailmix, with practice in a free org. Mike Wheeler's Udemy course suits learners who want one guided video course.
Yes. The Trailmix, a free Developer Edition org and Salesforce Ben's free practice exam cover the exam. Add a paid question bank such as K2U's ($24) for timed practice.
Mike Wheeler's course runs about 40 hours. Plan for about 60 hours of preparation in total, including hands-on practice and practice exams.
No. Anyone can book the exam. Salesforce recommends six months of admin experience, and a free Developer Edition org lets you practise every topic.