So glad I took this course. The practical applications shown were super helpful, and the overall structure was top-notch.
ServiceNow System Administration for CSA Exam Preparation
Build a foundational understanding of instance configuration, data management, and automation to prepare for the Certified System Administrator exam.
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Course contents
7 modules · 28 lessons · 3h 6m
1
Platform Fundamentals & Navigation
Understand the core architecture and how to navigate the ServiceNow interface.
- Introduction to ServiceNow & CSA Exam
Overview of the platform's purpose and the structure of the certification exam.6 min - Core Terminology & Architecture
Defining instances, users, and the multi-tenant cloud architecture.7 min - The Next Experience UI
Navigating the unified interface, including the banner frame and application navigator.6 min - Global Search & Branding
Using global search effectively and basic system branding options.6 min
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User Interface Configuration
Master the management of lists, forms, and collaborative task tools.
- Configuring Lists & Filters
How to create filters, personalize columns, and manage list layouts.7 min - Form Design & Layout
Using the Form Designer and Form Layout tools to organize fields.7 min - Task Management Essentials
Understanding the Task table and using visual task boards for collaboration.6 min - Notifications & Activity Streams
Configuring email notifications and tracking updates via activity streams.6 min
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Data Schema & The CMDB
Learn how ServiceNow organizes data and manages configuration items.
- Tables, Records, and Fields
Understanding the database hierarchy and how to create custom tables.7 min - CMDB Fundamentals
The role of the Configuration Management Database in tracking IT assets.7 min - CSDM Framework Overview
Applying the Common Service Data Model to align IT with business goals.6 min - Relationships & Dependency Views
Visualizing infrastructure dependencies within the CMDB.6 min
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Security & Access Control
Implement security best practices to protect platform data.
- Users, Groups, and Roles
Managing platform access through the group-based role assignment model.7 min - Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Creating security rules to restrict access at the row and field levels.8 min - ServiceNow Security Center
Using the Security Center to monitor and improve instance hardening.6 min - Shared Responsibility Model
Understanding the security obligations of both ServiceNow and the customer.6 min
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Automation & Scripting Basics
Build automated processes using low-code tools and basic scripts.
- UI Policies & Data Policies
Enforcing data integrity and UI behavior without complex code.7 min - Business Rules Fundamentals
Creating server-side logic that triggers on database operations.7 min - Workflow Studio Overview
Designing automated workflows and playbooks in a unified environment.8 min - Scripting Basics for Admins
Distinguishing between Client Scripts and Server Scripts for basic logic.7 min
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Self-Service & Service Catalog
Configure portals and catalogs to provide a user-friendly experience.
- Service Portal Basics
Introduction to the end-user interface and portal page configuration.6 min - Service Catalog Structure
Organizing categories and items for user requests.7 min - Catalog Items & Variables
Building request forms with variables and variable sets.7 min - Knowledge Management
Creating and managing knowledge bases for self-service troubleshooting.6 min
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Lifecycle & Deployment
Manage data migrations and move configurations between environments.
- Import Sets & Transform Maps
Importing external data and mapping it to ServiceNow tables.8 min - Update Sets Lifecycle
Capturing and moving configuration changes between instances.7 min - Data Migration Best Practices
Ensuring data quality and integrity during platform migrations.6 min - Instance Maintenance & Health
Using the Health Dashboard to monitor system performance.6 min
The 'New Employee Onboarding' System
Build a mini-application to handle new employee requests. You will create a custom table, design a form, set up security roles, build a catalog item, and automate the approval process.
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Reviews (3)
It's a good course if you have some prior knowledge. For absolute beginners, some concepts might be a bit challenging. The structure is logical, though.
It's a solid course. The structure is logical and most of the examples were helpful. Could use a few more real-world scenarios though.
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