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Salesforce Certified Data Cloud ConsultantCertification OverviewThe Salesforce Certified Data Cloud Consultant credential validates the skills needed to implement and manage Data Cloud solutions that support scalable, long-term data strategies. This certification is intended for professionals who work directly with customers to architect and deliver data-driven solutions using Salesforce Data Cloud.This course prepares students to meet customer requirements related to data unification, segmentation, analytics, and real-time activation across Salesforce environments.Who This Course Is ForThis course is intended for individuals who:Have experience implementing data platforms, strategies, or enterprise data modelsWork with customers to design and configure scalable solutions using Salesforce Data CloudSupport organizations in data-related roles such as architecture, analysis, consulting, or pre-salesWant to validate their knowledge of Data Cloud capabilities and architectureTypical job roles include:Salesforce ConsultantSolution ArchitectData StrategistBusiness AnalystTechnical Pre-Sales ProfessionalCandidates are expected to have at least two years of experience working with Salesforce data strategy and have built or supported multiple solutions across Salesforce clouds.Key Skills CoveredCandidates for this certification should be able to:Understand and apply Data Cloud architecture and terminologyDesign data ingestion and identity resolution processesConfigure calculated insights, data modeling, and segmentationActivate data across marketing, service, and sales use casesAlign solutions with customer goals while maintaining scalability and governanceAbout the ExamSalesforce Certified Data Cloud Consultant ExamNumber of questions: 60 multiple-choice/multiple-select + up to 5 unscoredTime limit: 105 minutesPassing score: 62%Version: Based on Winter '25 releaseRegistration fee: $200 USD (plus applicable taxes)Retake fee: $100 USD (plus applicable taxes)Delivery: Online or onsite via proctored examReferences allowed: None (closed book)Prerequisite: None requiredNote: Some questions may be unscored and used for research purposes. These will not affect your exam result.Exam OutlineThe Salesforce Data Cloud Consultant exam measures a candidate's knowledge and skills related to the following objectives. Candidates should have knowledge and expertise in each of the areas below.Data Cloud Overview: 18%Describe Data Cloud's function, key terminology, and business value.Identify typical use cases for Data Cloud.Articulate how Data Cloud works and its dependencies.Describe and apply the principles of data ethics.Data Cloud Setup and Administration: 12%Apply Data Cloud permissions, permission sets, and org-wide settings.Describe and configure the available data stream types and data bundles.Identify use cases for data spaces and create data spaces based on requirements.Manage and administer Data Cloud using reports, dashboards, flows, packaging, and data kits.Diagnose and explore data using Data Explorer, Profile Explorer, and APIs.Data Ingestion and Modeling: 20%Identify the different transformation capabilities within Data Cloud.Describe processes and considerations for data ingestion from different sources into Data Cloud.Define, map, and model data using best practices and aligning to requirements for identity resolution.Use available tools to inspect and validate ingested and modeled data.Identity Resolution: 14%Describe matching and how its rule sets are applied.Reconcile data and describe how its rule sets are applied.Describe the results of identify resolution and use cases.Segmentation and Insights: 18%Define basic concepts of segmentation and use cases.Identify scenarios for analyzing segment membership.Configure, refine, and maintain segments within Data Cloud.Identify and differentiate between calculated and streaming insights.Act on Data: 18%Define activations and their basic use cases.Use attributes and related attributes.Identify and analyze timing dependencies affecting the Data Cloud lifecycle.Troubleshoot common problems with activations including accepted/rejected counts, errors, and not seeing related attributes.Use data actions and identify their requirements and intended use cases.

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