SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM Certification) Training

Course Outline

In this two-day SAFe® Scrum Master course, attendees gain an understanding of the role of a Scrum Master in a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework®) 6.0 enterprise. Unlike traditional Scrum Master training that focuses on the fundamentals of team-level Scrum, the SAFe Scrum Master course explores the role of the Scrum Master in the context of the entire enterprise. It prepares attendees to successfully plan and execute the Program Increment (PI), the primary enabler of alignment throughout all levels of a SAFe organization. This includes learning the key components of Agile at scale development, how Scrum is facilitated throughout the enterprise, and how to execute Iteration Planning. 

Attendees discover how to build high-performing Agile teams by becoming servant leaders and coaches and how to coach those teams to deliver the maximum business value at scale. In addition, the SAFe 6.0 Scrum Master (SSM) certification signifies that attendees are prepared to perform the role of Scrum Master in a SAFe environment, increasing their value to teams and organizations implementing SAFe.

SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM Certification) Training Benefits

  • Safe Scrum Master Course Benefits

    • A SAFe Scrum Master digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
    • Access to a variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey
    • Access to meetup groups and other events to connect you with other SAFe Certified Professionals
    • Includes 1-year Scaled Agile Membership (for first time attendees of SAFe courses)
    • Exam included; Passing includes a certificate and digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
  • Safe Scrum Master Course Prerequisites

    All are welcome to attend the training, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the certification exam:

    • Familiarity with Agile concepts at the level of Learning Tree Course 918, Agile Fundamentals Training
    • Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes
  • Safe Scrum Master Certification Exam Information

    • Duration: 90 minutes 
    • Number of Questions: 45 
    • Passing Score: 73% 
    • Delivery: web-based, closed book, no outside assistance 
    • Access: Practice and certification exams are available in your Scaled Agile Community portal under the course you’re attending.  
    • Cost: Initial cost is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion. 
    • Retake Fee: $50; $250 for SPCs 
    • Retake Policy: First retake may be taken immediately after the first failed attempt. Second retake may be taken 10 days after the first retake. Third retake may be taken 30 days after the second retake. All subsequent retakes require a 30-day wait. 

Safe Scrum Master Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Introducing Scrum in SAFe® 

  • Basic Agile development concepts 
  • Basic Scrum concepts 
  • Agile Teams in a SAFe Enterprise 
  • High-performing team characteristics 
  • Team events overview 
  • DevOps and Release on Demand 

Module 2: Defining the Scrum Master / Team Coach role 

  • Scrum Master / Team Coach characteristics 
  • Scrum Master / Team Coach responsibilities 
  • Agile team coaching 

    Module 3: Supporting Team Events 

    • Iteration planning 
    • Team sync 
    • Backlog refinement
    • Iteration review
    • Iteration retrospective 

      Module 4: Supporting ART Events

      • PI Planning 
      • IP Iteration 
      • Inspect and Adapt event 
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