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Tosin D
Kilo Sage

Thinking about taking the ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) exam?
Here’s a practical study guide based on what’s helped me.

 

What the CSA Exam Covers:

The CSA exam tests your understanding of the core ServiceNow platform features, including:

  • User Interface & Navigation

  • Lists and Forms

  • Branding

  • Tables & Fields

  • CMDB

  • Users, Roles, and Groups

  • Self-Service & Knowledge

  • Service Catalog

  • Workflows / Flow Designer

  • Notifications

  • Reports and Dashboards

  • Data Management (Import Sets, Transform Maps)

  • Access Control

  • ITSM processes basics (Incidents, Changes, Problems)

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Ronnie2
Tera Contributor

Thanks, can anyone else recommend free resources?

 

thanks

Sevil Turner
ServiceNow Employee

Read the book thoroughly, complete all associated labs, and actively explore your personal developer instance while taking detailed notes.

Utilize additional resources such as Quizlet, which offers community created flashcards, to reinforce your knowledge. You may also consider using Udemy’s study questions to test your understanding and work toward successfully passing those practice assessments as well.

Rafael Batistot
Kilo Patron

You are rock!

Nikhil Bajaj9
Tera Sage

Hi @Ronnie2 ,

 

You can also check atul grover's channel - Lear and grow. On this channel you will find complete free training and resources for CSA. you can also try quizlets and flascards from the internet (Google for these)

 

Regards,

Nikhil Bajaj

NaazSanadi
Tera Contributor

how does this help me pass exam? by practicing or? 

 

alfied
Kilo Guru

The exam was challenging but well-structured. Good preparation is key!

coolmike
Tera Contributor

Thanks for providing this information.

coolmike
Tera Contributor

Working on the CSA exam, even though I am a project manager with skills in SPM. Is this recommended? I see there is more demand for the CSA than anything else.

Weston Adams
Tera Contributor

For those of us looking for LearnNGrow You Tube Channel, below is the link.

 

https://www.youtube.com/@LearnNGrowTogetherwithAtulG

tanujareddy
Giga Explorer

Hi,

I have been working with the ServiceNow ticketing tool for four years. Now, I want to advance my career, but I am unsure which path to choose. Will obtaining the CSA certification help me grow professionally?

HarshalR
Tera Contributor

Thanks! Any other external resources that one should refer to as a beginner?

hokah
Tera Contributor

Hi,

I passed a few days ago, thanks.

reza3
Tera Contributor

what was the study source you practice? Only web SERVICENOW e book?
do you have any recommendation?

let us know please 

Tosin D
Kilo Sage

@tanujareddy The CSA certification is a step in the right direction. Your 4yrs of use the tool is also a great advantage. 

Tosin D
Kilo Sage

@reza3 Hi there, check Udemy for practice test and Quizlet flashcards help too. Also check MeasureUP for ServiceNow official practice tests

Tosin D
Kilo Sage

@hokah Hey, I am happy you passed congratulations👏

VisharaJ
Tera Contributor

This is very helpful, thank you!

batox57019
Mega Explorer

Thanks for sharing this breakdown, it covers the key CSA topics really well. I was successful in passing my ServiceNow CSA exam on my first attempt by adhering to a similar checklist, utilizing the study materials provided by MyCertsHub, and regularly engaging in hands-on practice. Rather than simply memorizing questions, reviewing each domain made a significant difference. Best of luck to everyone preparing!

jdhatman
Mega Explorer

Thanks. I'll hopefully be taking this exam before year's end.

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