SAFe SCRUM Master course
Preparation for
the certification exam
Discover and practice the role of SCRUM Master with SAFe6
The Challenge
How do I play the role of Scrum Master in a SAFe organisation?
This course focuses on the Scrum Master’s role in the context of the enterprise, preparing participants to plan and execute the “Increment Program” (PI), which is key to aligning all levels of a SAFe organisation.
Participants in this training will learn to build high-performance Agile teams by becoming servant leaders and coaches. They will also receive guidance on how to coach their teams to deliver maximum business value.
The SAFe 6 Scrum Master (SSM) certification demonstrates that a person is prepared to perform the role of Scrum Master in a SAFe environment, thereby increasing the value delivered to teams and organisations implementing SAFe.
Training summary
In this two-day course, participants will gain an understanding of the role of a Scrum Master in a SAFe organisation. Attending this course prepares the participants for passing the SAFe6 Scrum Master exam and obtaining the SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification.
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Who should attend?
The following profiles will benefit attending from this course:
- Individual contributors
- Subject matter experts
- New Scrum Masters who need to perform in their role on a professional level
- Existing Scrum Masters who would like to understand their role in the context of a SAFe organisation
- Team Leads who want to understand the role of Scrum Master
- SAFe Release Train Engineers willing to Coach Scrum Masters on Their Role
Materials included
Participants will receive:
- Course workbook and SAFe Studio access to help prepare for the certification exam, claim their digital badge, and tools to get started in your SAFe role
- Remote learning via SAFe® Virtual Classrooms
- One-year membership to SAFe® Studio with your first class attendance
- Team Event Facilitator Guides
- Online collaboration templates for all SAFe team events
- Toolkits to help prepare and execute PI Planning
- Access to content, tools, and resources needed to practice SAFe every day
- SAFe Scrum Master certification exam
SAFe SCRUM Master course trainers
Marian Stirbescu
Senior Trainer Scaled Agile Certified SPC 6
Marian has been certified SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) since July 2019. He is an early adopter of the Agile methodologies since 2005. He is concerned with finding solutions for optimizing the way of working in software and non-IT companies.
Mihai Mlesnita
Trainer Scaled Agile Certified SPC 6
Trainer certified SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) since July 2019. Mihai has a rich experience in implementing Agile methodologies, and an extensive experience in global projects.
As of January 11, 2021, Axioma Solutions is a Scaled Agile Transformation Partner
Annual renewal
The certificates expire within one year from the date of obtaining the certification.
More details about renewal available here.
What do participants get?
By the end of this course participants will learn how to:
- Facilitate Scrum events
- Support PI execution
- Coach teams to improve constantly
- Implement DevOps for continuous flow and delivery
Agenda SAFe SCRUM Master
The topics are delivered in active learning format, with frequent use scenarios, covering the following areas:
1. Introducing Scrum in SAFe
- Basic Agile development concepts
- Scrum basics
- The Agile Team in a SAFe Enterprise
2. Characterizing the Role of the Scrum Master
- Responsibilities of the Scrum Master
- Characteristics of an effective Scrum Master
- High-performing teams
- Team events
- Coach the Agile Team using powerful questions
- Collaborate with other teams
- Resolve team conflicts
3. Experiencing PI Planning
- PI Planning basics
- Draft PI plans
- Final plans and business value
- Final plan review and PI Objectives
- Facilitating PI Planning
4. Facilitating Iteration Execution
- Plan the Iteration
- Track the Iteration progress
- Refine the backlog
- Facilitate the Iteration Review
- Facilitate relentless improvement
- Support DevOps and Release on Demand
5. Finishing the PI
- Coach the IP Iteration
- Prepare the team for the Inspect & Adapt event
6. Practicing SAFe
You are developing within the SAFe framework!
If you come with an open mindset then we will bring the rest: a course delivered according to an authorised method, certified trainers with experience in Agile development and transformation also support to achieve the certification.
In addition you will receive:
SAFe Scrum Master course
Advantages
Pre-assessment of knowledge level
You get free assistance in assessing your initial level of knowledge, so we know where to start from.
Active Learning
Attend a course that employs Active Learning methods to ensure optimal knowledge transfer and skill development.
Mentoring for your Agile career
We provide assistance and mentoring for you to make the appropriate decisions regarding your professional path in Agile projects with SAFe, even after completing the course, voluntarily, without obligations.
Interested in the exam too?
- Exam name – SAFe® 6 Scrum Master exam
- Question format – Multiple choice (one answer) or multiple select (2-3 answers)
- Delivery – Web-based, closed book, no outside assistance, timed
- Access – Community Platform upon completion of the course
- Duration – 90 minutes
- Number of questions – 45
- Passing score – 33/45 (73%)
More about the exam: https://support.scaledagile.com/s/article/Exam-Details-SAFe-Scrum-Master-SSM-6-0
Professional Development Units (PDUs)
PMI members can report PDUs using the following code: 4446CQX5MO. Members will get the following point distribution: Ways/Working (12), Power Skills (2.25); Business (0.75), Project Management (12), Agile (12)
For more information visit the following page: https://support.scaledagile.com/s/article/How-Can-I-Report-my-PDU-s-on-the-PMI-website
Details about the course can be accessed here: https://scaledagile.com/training/safe-scrum-master/
Registration
We offer price options for individual participation and for groups.
For groups of more than 10 participants variable discount is included for courses dedicated to your organization.
PrIce per participant
1-9 participants
For individual participation or groups of up to 9 participants
price per group
10-15 participants
Fixed price for groups of 10 to 15 participants
*All prices are VAT Exclusive
Note: Price includes access to online exam due in 30 days after the exam completion
+ 12 month membership and access to SAFe Studio Platform
Customized training
Dedicated sessions
Dedicated sessions are available for a minimum of 8 participants.
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Registration
Send us an email at training@axioma-solutions.co.uk
In-house sessions
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