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CSP – Certified Sales Professional

CSP – Certified Sales Professional vs 3 alternatives compared

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CSP – Certified Sales ProfessionalCPSP – Certified Professional Sales PersonSalesforce Sales Cloud ConsultantHubSpot Sales Software Certification
VendorNASPNASPSalesforceHubSpot Academy
LevelIntermediateAdvancedIntermediateBeginner
Exam fee$595–$795$795$200Free
Duration————
Passing score————
Valid for————
Typical salary$65K–$110K$80K–$130K$95K–$135K$55K–$85K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take CSP – Certified Sales Professional or CPSP – Certified Professional Sales Person first?

CSP – Certified Sales Professional is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take CSP – Certified Sales Professional or Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant first?

Both are rated Intermediate. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take CSP – Certified Sales Professional or HubSpot Sales Software Certification first?

HubSpot Sales Software Certification is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Intermediate), so it is usually the better first step.