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About The Amp Impact Administrator Certification Credential 

The Amp Impact Administrator Certification Exam is designed for individuals seeking to demonstrate their capability in administering portfolio management and impact measurement solutions on Amp Impact. 

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This page provides information about the target audience for the certification exam, recommended training and documentation, and a complete list of exam objectives - all with the intent of helping you achieve a passing score. Vera Solutions highly recommends a combination of on-the-job experience, live training with Amp specialists/administrators, and self-study to maximize your chances of passing the exam. 

Benefits of Becoming Amp Impact Certified

  • Visibility - Credibility as a certified Amp Impact Administrator in the ecosystem.

  • Product knowledge - One of the benefits of holding an Amp Impact credential is remaining up-to-date on new product releases, features, and enhancements. 

Concepts To Understand Before Taking The Administrator Exam

The Amp Impact Administrator exam measures a candidate’s knowledge and skills related to the following areas:

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Hands-on experience with Amp Impact configuration is the best way to cover every area assessed in the exam.

About the Exam 

The exam consists of 32 multiple-choice and ‘true or false’ questions. Exam takers should be careful to read each question carefully, including how many answers should be selected (in some cases, it’s two, three, or all that apply). The exam consists of a mix of technical questions, relevant subject matter questions, and case study questions that revolve around real-world use cases. In terms of style, it’s broadly designed similar to Salesforce certification exams. 

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The exam is timed but is not proctored. We rely on the honor system to protect the integrity of the certification. Do not cheat. Do not help others cheat. 

Recommended Training and References 

As preparation for this exam, we recommend a combination of hands-on experience, and self-study in the areas listed in the Exam Outline section of this exam guide. Currently, you can do this by navigating our Amp Impact Knowledge Base to learn more about the relevant topics.

It is recommended to familiarize yourself with basic Salesforce Administration (i.e. objects, fields, relationships, and other components) which will be helpful in preparing for the Amp Impact Administrator exam.

Exam Candidate Code of Conduct 

By registering for the Amp Impact Administrator Certification Exam, you agree to the terms of the credentialing program which include: 

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Should you by any means violate these terms, we may revoke your certification. 

Register for the Amp Impact Administrator Exam 

Click here to take the exam

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Please note that the test will start immediately after you have processed payment.

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Amp Impact Specialist Certification

The Amp Impact Specialist Certification is designed for individuals that have technical experience and proficiency with Amp Impact. All Consultants, Product Associates, and other technical individuals are encouraged to obtain the Administration Specialist exam to build on experience and existing knowledge surrounding Amp Impact.

Content Breakdown

Topic

Breakdown %

Amp Impact Features

54%

Amp Impact Technical Design

31%

Indicators & Results

31%

Amp & Other SFDO Products

11%

M&E Subject Matter

9%

Submissions

9%

Grants Management

9%

Financials

6%

Activities

6%

Project Implementation

6%

Risk Module

3%

Tips & Tricks

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Getting Started

Taking the exam

  • Online

    • Writing the exam requires a quiet environment to focus and answer the questions.

    • Note: You do not need to put your webcam on.

    • Registration fee: $50. Free for the first 50 exam takers.

    • Retake fee: $25

  • Strategies when you don't know the answer:

    • Don’t spend too much time thinking about a question - bookmark it for later review and come back to the question/questions when you have completed the rest.

    • Process of elimination strategy: The questions in the exam (and the practice exams) can be a bit ambiguous. When a question/answer isn't obvious or clear, try to cross out all the answers you know are incorrect, then focus on the remaining answers.

Preparation Tactics

  • Prepare for the exam by reviewing the Amp Impact User and Installation guides.

  • Practice by spending time in the Amp Impact demo org.

  • Read the questions and answers VERY carefully.

  • Make friends

    • Find a Vera buddy to keep you accountable

    • Search for Community study groups

    • Reach out to TLD for more information

Suggested Study Breakdown

  • 40% reading Amp Impact User and Installation Guides.

  • 60% practicing in an Amp Impact Developer Org.

Next Steps

  • Visibility

    • Credibility as an Amp Impact Certified Specialist in the ecosystem

  • Maintenance

    • In order to maintain your credential, you’ll be asked to maintain your certification once every 12 months by taking a short certification or maintenance exam.

  • Be kind to yourself

    • Standard tests can be ambiguous and people respond differently

    • If you don't pass the first time, use your learnings to inform your next attempt

Resources

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