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Google Cloud Associate Google Workspace Administrator exam guide

Exam Associate Google Workspace Administrator

Associate Google Workspace Administrator validates that you can manage users, core Workspace services, data governance, security policies and endpoints, and troubleshoot common issues in the Google Admin console. It is the current Google credential for Workspace admins.

Questions50-60
Time limit120 minutes
Passing scoreSee official page
Exam fee$125 USD
Valid for3 years
DeliveryOnline proctored or onsite at a Pearson VUE test center

Format: Multiple choice. Fee note: Plus tax where applicable..

Who it's for

IT administrators with around six months of Workspace Super Admin experience who manage Gmail, Drive, Meet and security settings for an organization.

What the exam covers

Managing user accounts, domains, and Directory20%
Managing core Workspace services23%
Managing data governance and compliance15%
Managing security policies and access controls20%
Managing browsers and endpoints10%
Monitoring and troubleshooting common issues13%

Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None

Recommended: About 6 months of Google Workspace Super Admin experience in a real or test environment, with hands-on Business Plus experience and knowledge of Enterprise edition features.

Keeping it active

Valid for 3 years. Renew by retaking the exam, or through Google Skills by completing the designated renewal courses and/or skill badges during the final year of validity, which extends the certification by 1 year (link CM Connect and Google Skills accounts with the same email).

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • Provisioning users, groups and organizational units
  • Configuring Gmail routing, Drive sharing and Meet settings
  • Applying DLP, Vault retention and data regions
  • Enforcing 2-Step Verification, SSO and context-aware access
  • Managing Chrome browsers and mobile endpoints
  • Troubleshooting with the investigation tool, audit logs and alerts

Job roles

Google Workspace AdministratorIT AdministratorSystems AdministratorCollaboration EngineerIT Support Specialist

Where it fits in your path

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Google Cloud Associate Google Workspace Administrator

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Build my study plan

  1. Week 1: Start a Workspace Business Plus trial; build OUs, users, groups and admin roles.
  2. Week 2: Configure Gmail (routing, compliance, spam), Drive sharing policies, Calendar and Meet settings.
  3. Week 3: Security and governance: 2SV, SSO, context-aware access, DLP rules, Vault retention and holds.
  4. Week 4: Endpoints and troubleshooting: Chrome and mobile management, alert center, investigation tool, log events; sample questions, then book.

Make it yours: pick your exam date and weekly hours. We'll split your time by domain weight and give you a printable plan.

Exam-day tips

  • Core services and security/user management make up about two-thirds of the exam; know where each setting lives in the Admin console.
  • Understand OU vs group-based policy inheritance and which wins on conflict.
  • Know Vault retention rules vs holds and how they interact with user deletion.
  • Expect Gmail mail-flow troubleshooting: SPF, DKIM, DMARC and routing rules.
  • Practice in a real trial tenant; many questions describe console navigation.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the old Professional Google Workspace Administrator?

Google's current Workspace credential is the Associate Google Workspace Administrator; check Google's page for the status of the older professional-level exam.

How much does it cost?

$125 plus tax.

How long is it valid?

3 years, renewable through Google Skills.

Do I need a paid Workspace tenant to study?

A Business Plus trial works well; Google recommends hands-on Super Admin experience in a real or test environment.

Workspace Administrator vs Microsoft 365 Administrator (MS-102)?

Each validates its own platform. Choose the suite your organization runs; admins in mixed environments often hold both.

Official page: cloud.google.com. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.