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SAFe Scrum Master Certification

Applying for the Scrum Master Role within a SAFe Enterprise

5000 + People Trained
100% Pass Rate

An enterprise cannot deliver value at scale without effective teams. A Scrum Master is a mentor who aids the agile team in successfully understanding and practicing SAFe principles. The Scrum Master role facilitates the agile team's productive work by skillfully removing bottlenecks to progress.

 

You will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to build and mentor an agile team in a SAFe Enterprise during this two-day SAFe Scrum Master course. You will gain knowledge of the fundamentals of the Scaled Agile Framework, including leading team ceremonies, rolling out Program Increments (PI), and establishing flow leveraging DevOps.

 

Unlike traditional Scrum Master training that focuses on the fundamentals of team-level Scrum, the SAFe® Scrum Master certification course focuses on the effect of the Scrum Master within the context of the entire SAFe® enterprise and equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully plan and carry out the Program Increment (PI), which is the main method for achieving alignment at all levels of a SAFe® enterprise.

 

“A Scrum Master is like an orchestra conductor, guiding a group of individuals to create something that no one of them could create alone. —Mike Cohn
 

Testimonial: 

Amogh as a trainer and coach on SAFe Product Owner and Product Management. His training execution style is very unique and he engages his audience with in-class assignments, very structured way of teaching and yet attention to details. I am very happy to be the part of the team in his training and immensely benefitted by this coaching on SAFe and I would highly recommend

 

By Guna Elaiyarasu

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Responsibilities of a Scrum Master

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What Participants will get from this course

SAFe® Scrum Master certification training gives you the following:

  • Login to the SAFe Community Portal where you can learn about the agile fundamentals and SAFe principles before the training.

  • Courseware page in the online portal from where you can access and download the digital workbook and all the content including templates, toolkit, and videos about the Scrum Master role that will be taught in the class.

  • SAFe Scrum Master Training – Two full days of instructor-led interactive training using collaborative tools and fun games with enough breaks for fresh air and lunch.

  • The parking lot is where you can note all your questions related to personal scenarios which you wish to get a consultation. These will be covered at the end of the training.

  • Access to the web portal to take a practice test which gives you the same experience as taking the actual exam. This practice test can be taken multiple times and the results will be shown to you.

  • Access to the certification exam, which can be taken from home using the same community portal that you used for the practice test.

  • An additional one hour’s support from our trainers post training to check how prepared you are for your certification exam and give you exam tips and additional practice test questions on demand.

  • On passing the exam you will get SAFe Scrum Master Certification and a digital badge.

  • One year membership of the SAFe community portal which hosts a media library and lots of tools and templates to help Scrum Masters in their daily job.

  • You will also get 16 PDUs from PMI and 16 SEUs from Scaled Agile

  • On these two days, we will be focused on active learning. Active learning is an approach in which all learners are engaged in the learning process. This means that learners are encouraged to engage with the material, participate in the activities, and collaborate with each other. Active learning stands in contrast to traditional models in which learners are passive recipients of knowledge from an expert. We do not expect learners in class to listen and memorize. Instead, we help them demonstrate their understanding, and ask them how they would apply the new knowledge

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Benefits

Obtaining the SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) certification can help you take your career to the next level and gain recognition as an elite member of your organization. With SSM certification, you'll have the knowledge and skills to effectively coach your team members and lead projects to success, all while developing your servant leadership abilities. Additionally, by earning SSM certification, you'll open new opportunities for career growth and partnerships with top enterprises.

Below are some of the benefits you get by doing a SAFe Scrum Master Certification:

  • Knowledge is power and in this digital age, it’s very important that we upskill ourselves. The SAFe Scrum Master certification helps you to upskill and gives you the knowledge and information that you need to thrive in this digital age.

  • The training provides the latest trends and real-life experiences from expert trainers who have worked as a Scrum Master.

  • Career Advancement – SAFe SM is one of the most in-demand certifications and helps you in getting more interview calls than people without the certifications.

  • One of the benefits of SSM certification is the potential for a high salary. The average salary for a certified Scrum Master is around $103,000, and SAFe® Scrum Masters tend to earn more than traditional project managers.

  • Additionally, there is a growing demand for Scrum Masters across multiple industries, including finance, communications, government, energy, and healthcare. By 2024, it's projected that there will be a 70% increase in job listings for Scrum Masters and related roles.

  • Some of the job roles that SSM certification can help you qualify for include Scrum Master, Release Train Engineer, Delivery Lead, Agile Scrum Master, Program Manager, Project Manager, Enterprise Agile Coach, Automation Engineer, and Project Lead.

  • With SAFe Scrum master certification, you get access to tool kits that are very useful in performing the role of the Scrum Master.      

Some of the toolkits are as below:

  • Introducing SAFe

  • Essential SAFe

  • Iteration Execution

  • PI Planning Toolkit

  • PI Execution Toolkit

  • Meetup Organizer

  • Remote ARTs

  • Measure and Grow Workshop

  • Team Formation

If we look at how that has changed over the last 3 years of the survey, Scrum continues to lead, increasing from 58% in the 14th survey to 87% in the current survey. 

SAFe remains the leading scaling agile framework adopted by more than 20,000 organizations in over 200 countries.

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Learning Goals

In these two days, we will be focused on active learning of the below learning goals. By end of these two days, you should be able to:

  • Explain basic Agile development concepts

  • Discuss Scrum's basic concepts and values

  • Identify an Agile Team in the SAFe Enterprise Framework

  • Define the role of the Scrum Master

  • Identify characteristics of high-performing teams

  • Discuss facilitating effective team events

  • Coach the Agile Team using powerful questions

  • Discuss techniques for team collaboration and conflict resolution

  • Participate in a simulated Pl Planning event

  • Create and review simulated draft Pl plans

  • Review the simulated final plans

  • Commit to a set of Pl Objectives

  • Participate in a simulated Pl Planning event

  • Create and review simulated draft Pl plans

  • Review the simulated final plans

  • Commit to a set of Pl Objectives

  • Explore how to coach the IP Iteration

  • Discuss the 6 steps of the problem-solving workshop

  • Discuss how to prepare the team for the Inspect and Adapt event

  • Learn about the assets and resources available on the SAFe Community Platform.

  • Navigation to SAFe ART & Team Events page

  • Navigation to the Toolkits and Templates page

  • Navigation to the exam guide and how to take the practice and certification exam

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Why Choose us?

  • Accredited Gold Partner of Scaled Agile Academy

  • Trainers with 25+ years of experience

  • Free online access to all webinars

  • One-on-one mentoring by SPCs to improve Your SAFe knowledge

  • An extensive and highly interactive mock exam to prepare you for the final exam.

  • Provides a complete range of Leading 6.0 SAFe Training and SAFe Agile Certification

  • 100% success rate

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Certification Exam

A certified SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) is a Scrum Master responsible for improving team results through the facilitation of cross-team interactions and relentless improvement. Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a SAFe® 6 Advanced Scrum Master (SASM).

Exam requirements:

  • The first step toward becoming a SASM is to attend the SAFe Advanced Scrum Master course. This is a requirement because attending the course provides access to all the study materials and the exam. Note that attending the course does not guarantee to pass the exam.

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Exam Details

  • Exam Name: SAFe® 6 Advanced Scrum Master Exam

  • Exam format: Multiple choice; Multiple select

  • Exam delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed

  • Exam access: Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the SAFe 6 Advanced Scrum Master course

  • Exam duration: Once the exam begins, candidates have 120 minutes (2 hours) to complete the exam

  • Number of questions – 60

  • Passing score – 44 out of 60 (73%)

  • Language – English

  • Exam cost – First exam attempt is included as part of the course registration fee if the exam is taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake attempt costs $50.

  • Retake policy – The second attempt on the exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. The third attempt requires a 10-day wait. The fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

Testimonial

I have taken 2 courses on which Amogh has been the lead instructor and am looking to take more. On both occasions, Amogh's deep subject knowledge, patience, and ability to relate theory to real world examples have been clearly evident, allowing me to pass both exams with confidence. I wholeheartedly recommend Amogh as an agile trainer and thank him for his continued professional support.

By Glyn Fargher

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Who should attend?

  • The Scrum Master training is typically intended for individuals who are interested in becoming certified Scrum Masters, or who are already working in roles such as Scrum Masters, project managers, team leaders, or product owners and want to improve their understanding and use of the Scrum framework. The training is also useful for anyone who is interested in learning more about Agile methodologies and how they can be applied to software development and other projects.

  • Typically, the participants are drawn from various roles such as project managers, product owners, development team members, business analysts, developers, testers, Agile Coaches, Release Train Engineer, IT Professionals, Team Leads, Consultants, etc. They can be from any industry and any level of experience if they have an interest in learning and implementing the Scrum framework

  • In summary, anyone with an interest in learning about and implementing the Scrum framework can attend Scrum Master training, regardless of their current job title or industry.

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Free Bonus

  • Bonus 1: Free Lifetime Post Training Support.

  • Bonus 2: Re-attend this training an unlimited number of times in the future.

  • Bonus 3: Free training for version upgrades of this certification in the future.

  • Bonus 4: Free one hour of coaching for interview preparation.

  • Bonus 5: Additional 10% discount for other training provided by us.

  • Bonus 6: Free e-copy of the latest Scrum Guide

  • Bonus 7: Free Practice Exam Question Bank of over 200 questions.

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Steps

  • Step 1: Book a session with our Scrum Expert

  • Step 2: Register for the CSM course

  • Step 3: Get the access to Community Page and watch pre-course videos and download the digital workbook

  • Step 4: Attend the workshop

  • Step 5: Prepare for the exam and take the practice test

  • Step 6: Take the certification exam and get certified

  • Step 7: Take a post-training support session with us if required

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Career Path

Step 1: Scrum Master

Step 2: Advance Scrum Master

Step 3: Release Train Engineer

Step 4: SAFe Program Consultant

 

Leading SAFe, DevOps, and Lean Portfolio Management are the other training that is suggested to Scrum Mater to increase their knowledge and skills.

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FAQs

How do I enroll for the CSM certification course?

You can enroll by selecting a date from the upcoming schedule or by contacting our learning advisors. You can complete the online payment using MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or PayPal and receive auto-generated acknowledgment via email.

What are the CSM certification exam pattern and passing scores?

The CSM exam comprises 50 multiple-choice questions. To qualify for the exam you must answer a minimum of 37 questions correctly. 74% is the passing score.

Should I take the exam immediately? I need time to prepare for the exam.

You will have 90 days to take the exam free of charge. If you fail on the first attempt, you can retake the exam for free within 90 days of receiving your welcome email. In case of a third attempt or any attempt after the 90 days period, you will be charged a minimum of $ 25 per attempt.

How come your two-day certification training is enough to pass the CSM Exam?

CSM exam is an open book exam and easy to pass after you receive training. However, we advise you to go through the resources available on the Scrum Alliance website. These resources will help you familiarize yourself with the concepts of Scrum and lead you to greater success in the CSM exam.

Can I crack the CSM exam on the first attempt?

Our trainers are the pioneers and thought leaders of the Agile world. They specialize in crafting personalized learning strategies to help learners grow. After completing the course, you can attempt your certification exam for free on the first go. Our pass percentage shows that you will barely need a second attempt.

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