SAFe Scrum Master
Applying the Scrum Master role within a SAFe® enterprise
with Certified SAFe® Scrum Master
In this two-day course, attendees gain an understanding of the role of a Scrum Master in a SAFe 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, and 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 a servant leader and coach, and how to coach those teams to deliver the maximum business value at scale. SAFe 5 Scrum Master (SSM) certification signifies that people are prepared to perform the role of Scrum Master in a SAFe environment, increasing their value to teams and organizations that are implementing SAFe.
About SAFe Scrum Master
DuratioN: 2 Day
Level: INTERMEDIATE
Learners taking this course are:
Program or Project Manager; Scrum Master; Team Lead; Release Train Engineer; Business Analyst; Agile Coach; Portfolio Manager; Architect; Developer; Engineer; Director; Quality; Product Manager; Product Owner; Delivery Manager; Program Manager
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
Job role description/target audience
A Certified SAFe® 5 Scrum Master (SSM) is a SAFe Scrum Master professional responsible for integrating Scrum practices into an organization.
Key areas of competency
Using Scrum and Kanban to facilitate team events
Supporting program execution
Coaching Agile teams
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Course Information
Learning Goals
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
What Attendees Get
Printed workbook
Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® 5 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.
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
SAFe Course Kit
Attendees who pass the certification exam will receive:
SAFe Scrum Master certificate
A SAFe 5 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
Exam Details
Completion of this course gives you access to the exam and all related study materials as part of your Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform.
Exam & Certification Details
Exam prerequisite skills
Experience working in a Lean-Agile environment
Exam requirements
The first step toward becoming an Certified SAFe® Scrum Master is to attend the SAFe® 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 passing the exam.
Exam details
Exam name – SAFe® 4 Scrum Master Exam – or SAFe® 5 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 duration – Once the exam begins, candidates have 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete the exam
Number of questions – 45
Passing score – SSM 4 = 33 out of 45 (73%); SSM 5 = 34 out of 45 (75%)
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 – 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.
Exam study materials
The exam is designed to measure knowledge and skill related to the job role. We highly recommend candidates use a variety of resources to prepare for this exam including:
Course materials – The course materials are an essential artifact from the course and can be downloaded from the SAFe Community Platform. These materials can be used to refer back to the content that was presented during the class.
Study guide – This comprehensive guide details the job role and all resources related to the exam, including a detailed reading list. Access is available through the Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform upon course completion.
Practice test – The practice test is designed to be predictive of success on the certification exam,* and it has the same number of questions, level of difficulty, and time duration. It is part of the Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform and can be taken an unlimited number of times at no cost. *This is not the actual exam, and passing it does not guarantee success on the certification exam.
Sample Questions – A web-enabled, flashcard style version of the sample questions can be found online and in the study guide
What you get
Becoming a Certified SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager requires an exceptional range of skills and is a career path for many servant leaders. Certification includes:
Certified SAFe® Scrum Master PDF certificate
Certified SAFe® Scrum Master digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform, which includes access to the POPM Community of Practice
Access to Meetup groups and events that connect you with other Certified SAFe Professionals
A variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey
