Event Details
SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) Training
Applying the Scrum Master role within a SAFe enterprise with SAFe® Scrum Master Certification
Summary
Build your skills as a high-performing team member of an Agile Release Train (ART)—and
prepare to support the facilitation of team and program events— when you become a SAFe®
Scrum Master (SSM).
In this two-day course, you’ll gain an understanding of the role of Scrum Master in a SAFe
enterprise. Unlike traditional Scrum Master training that focuses on the fundamentals of teamlevel
Scrum, the SAFe Scrum Master course explores the role of the Scrum Master in the
context of the entire enterprise, and prepares you to successfully plan and execute the Program
Increment (PI), the primary enabler of alignment throughout all levels of a SAFe organization.
Learning Goals
To perform the role of a SAFe® Scrum Master, attendees should be able to:
• Describe Scrum in a SAFe enterprise
• Facilitate Scrum events
• Facilitate effective Iteration execution
• Support effective Program Increment execution
• Support relentless improvement
• Coach Agile teams for maximum business results
• Support DevOps implementation
Topics Covered
• Introducing Scrum in SAFe
• Characterizing the role of the Scrum Master
• Experiencing Program Increment planning
• Facilitating Iteration execution
• Finishing the Program Increment
• Coaching the Agile team
What Attendees Get
The class registration includes:
• Printed workbook
• Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) exam
• One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
• Course certificate of completion
Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to qualify for the exam.
Audience
Intended for people new to the role of Scrum Master, or people wanting to better understand the
role and how it fits in a SAFe enterprise, attendees typically include:
• New or existing Scrum Masters
• Team Leads
• Release Train Engineers
SAFe Certification Kit
Attendees who pass the certification exam will receive:
• SAFe Scrum Master certificate
• A SAFe Scrum Master digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Scrum Master, which includes
access to the SSM Community of Practice
• A SAFe Scrum Master certification usage guide with SSM certification marks
• Access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals
during their SAFe journey
Prerequisites
All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the
following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the
SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) certification exam:
• Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles
• Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and eXtreme Programming (XP)
• Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes
Exam Details
• Exam Name: SAFe® 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 Scrum Master course
• 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.
• Exam Duration: Once the exam begins, candidates have 90 minutes (1.5
hours) to complete the exam
• Number of Questions: 45
• Passing Score: 33 out of 45 (73%)
• Language – English
• Retake policy – Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done
immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth
attempt requires a 30-day wait. Contact support@scaledagile.com for any
retake questions.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
Refunds/Cancellations are allowed up to 30 days prior to the event less a $200 processing charge. No-shows or same day cancellations are non-refundable. Any class is subject to cancellation by Bush Agility due to low enrollment for a class on a particular date. Bush Agility will transfer you to the next upcoming class. Bush Agility is not responsible for any reimbursement due to the cancellation beyond refunding the cost of the course itself.
PDU/SEU
Professional Development Units (PDUs) and Scrum Education Units (SEUs)
Attendees may be eligible to apply for 15 PDUs toward their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for PMP, PgMP, and PMIACP certifications
Attendees may be eligible to apply for SEUs under category C, toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance
| Activity Number |
4446CQX5MO |
Duration |
2 days |
|
| PMI Certification |
Technical |
Leadership |
Strategic |
Total |
| PMP® |
12 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
15 |
| PgMP® |
12 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
15 |
| PMI_RMP® |
0 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
3 |
| PMI_SP® |
0 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
3 |
| PMI_ACP® |
12 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
15 |
| PfMP® |
0 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
3 |
| PMI_PBAsm |
0 |
2.25 |
0.75 |
3 |
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What about provisions for Covid-19?
As of March 2020, all of Bush Agility’s courses are delivered live, on-line, to students using video conferencing technology like Zoom. Our student feedback on our virtual format has been stellar, surpassing expectations!
As always, the quality and learning experience of our courses remain of the utmost importance to us. Our instructors have diligently created an engaging and fun-virtual experience that will allow students to master SAFe® from the comfort of their home.
What tools are utilized during the remote sessions?
We utilize a combination of Zoom, Google Drive, and on-line apps for group activities to apply our knowledge to ensure that key-important concepts are touched upon.
Does the enrollment fee include the exam fee?
Yes. The enrollment fee includes the right to take the exam within 30 days after the class is completed. The exam fee also includes a digital copy of the student manual that contains all course materials covered during the course.
When can I take the exam?
A student can take the exam anytime after formally completing the course, but we strongly encourage students to take the exam after several days of reviewing the class material that we have covered during the course to ensure the utmost best performance. Our students have consistently performed well, our student passage rate is 95%.
Which SAFe Certification Course is right for me?
Please visit this link (Course Descriptions).
How can I schedule a private-corporate training?
Please feel free to visit this link (Request a Course).
Do we offer a group discount?
Yes, group discounts are offered. If your organization is seeking a group discount for your organization as you are seeking to enroll several participants in a particular course, please do feel free to contact the Client Support Team (contact@bushagility.com ) and this discount can easily be applied as the course is being scheduled.
What type of credit card do we accept?
We accept: Discover, Master Card, & Visa.
Do I have to be in the same city to take a remote course?
No, anyone is welcome to enroll in our live-remote training courses. The courses themselves can be taken by anyone that has a good-reliable internet connection.
How do I access information for my online course?
Zoom Login information and materials for the online course will be made available two business days prior to course taking place. This information will be sent to all participants via email from the Client Support Team (contact@bushagility.com ).
What do I need to prepare and participate in the online course?
To participate in the course, participants will simply need:
- A quiet, comfortable place to attend the course
- An area without distractions
- Be mindful of managing potential interruptions (e.g. children, pets, etc).
- A Computer (i.e. desktop or laptop)
- Camera and microphone (we will have virtual team breakout rooms for our group activities)
- Headset to filter out any room noise
- A good-reliable Internet connection
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, once you complete the course and pass the certification exam of the course, you will be provided and given access to a digital certificate on the SAFe® Community Platform that you can then thereafter print to show-case that you are now a newly-minted SAFe® certified professional!
Where can I take the exam?
The exam can be taken online-virtually from the comfort of your home using a safe-reliable internet connection once you have formally completed the course.
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Still have questions? We are happy to help! Please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Client Support Team (contact@bushagility.com) if any other questions exist.
