The SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) certification course is designed for Agile professionals who want to perform the role of a Scrum Master in a SAFe® enterprise environment. Unlike traditional Scrum Master training, this course explores the Scrum Master’s role in the context of the entire enterprise, preparing individuals to plan and execute Program Increments (PIs)—the key enabler of alignment across all levels of a SAFe® organization.
Participants gain deep insights into servant leadership, Agile team facilitation, and team-level events within a Scaled Agile environment, while learning how to build high-performing teams and remove impediments to agile flow and delivery.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the SAFe® framework and the Scrum Master’s role within it
- Facilitate Agile events such as iteration planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and PI Planning
- Coach Agile teams for maximum performance and collaboration
- Improve team flow using Kanban and DevOps practices
- Foster relentless improvement through Inspect & Adapt workshops
- Collaborate with other teams and roles in the Agile Release Train (ART)
Module 1: Introducing Scrum in SAFe®
- Overview of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®)
- Lean-Agile mindset and SAFe® principles
- Applying Scrum in a SAFe® enterprise context
- SAFe® roles and responsibilities for Scrum Masters
Module 2: Characterizing the Role of the Scrum Master
- Responsibilities of a Scrum Master in SAFe®
- Traditional vs SAFe® Scrum Master role
- Attributes of a servant leader
- Developing high-performing Agile teams
Module 3: Experiencing PI Planning
- Overview of the Program Increment (PI)
- Preparing for and facilitating PI Planning
- Scrum Master’s role before, during, and after PI Planning
- Setting team and PI objectives
- Supporting team breakout and coordination
Module 4: Facilitating Iteration Execution
- Planning and executing iterations (sprints)
- Facilitating team ceremonies:
- Iteration Planning
- Daily Stand-up
- Iteration Review and Retrospective
- Coaching for Agile quality practices
- Supporting DevOps and Continuous Delivery
Module 5: Finishing the PI
- Facilitating the System Demo
- Participating in the Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshop
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques
- Coaching teams for relentless improvement
Module 6: Coaching the Agile Team
- Building cross-functional Agile teams
- Supporting team self-management and accountability
- Fostering collaboration and conflict resolution
- Using metrics and team performance tools
- Supporting Agile Release Train (ART) coordination
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Who Should Attend:
- New and existing Scrum Masters
- Project Managers and Agile Coaches
- Team Leads and Product Owners
- SAFe® Team Members looking to grow in Agile facilitation
- Anyone interested in becoming a certified SAFe® Scrum Master
Earn the SAFe Scrum Master Certification
After you've successfully cleared the SAFe Scrum Master certification exam, you're not just adding another skill to your toolkit. You're getting recognized by Scaled Agile, Inc, a globally renowned accreditation body. This isn't just a certificate – it's a testament to your commitment and expertise in the world of SAFe. The certification opens the doors to a world of opportunities for you.
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