What is the A-CSM certification?

The A-CSM® certification offered by Scrum Alliance, is a two-day program that dives deep into the Scrum framework and scaling it beyond a single team.

What is the difference between CSM and the A-CSM?

The CSM certification is an entry-level certification, while the A-CSM dives deeper into the principles behind Scrum and helps you step into Senior Scrum Master roles.

Is there an exam after completing the A-CSM course?

No. You don't need to take an exam to gain the certification. Once the course is over, you need to validate your experience on the Scrum Alliance website to gain the certificate.

What practical skills can I expect to have after completing the A-CSM course?

You will have the tools and techniques to expand and scale Scrum and be equipped with skills to:Get proficient with advanced tools and techniques of Scrum and AgileFacilitate, coach and drive best results from your Scrum team in any environment or industry.Stand out as a Scrum expert and improve efficiency at your workplaceMotivate others, increase collaboration and navigate challenging situations at work.Be a good servant leader and resolve impedimentsManage team dynamics and become adept at visual managementBe able to scale and descale and enable high team performanceLead change in any environment or industryImplement Lean and Kanban

What is the process to get the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster certification?

Validate your expertise as a Scrum professional with the A-CSM certification and leverage high-growth career acceleration as you distinguish yourself as a senior Scrum Master. Not sure where to start with your A-CSM certification? Just follow these simple steps.1. Get trainedTake the 2-day A-CSM course from a Global Registered Education Provider of Scrum Alliance. After you successfully complete the course, you will receive a welcome email from Scrum Alliance.2. Validate experienceLog in to Scrum Alliance, complete your profile, answer 'yes' or 'no' to the question on Marketing Opt-in, and accept the License Agreement. Validate at least 12 months of Scrum Master experience (within the past five years).3. Become an Advanced-Certified Scrum Master!On validating your Scrum Master experience, you will be able to instantly download your A-CSM® certification instantly! Download the A-CSM℠ certificate. You're now an Advanced Certified Scrum Master!Remember that the A-CSM certification is just a milestone on your journey in Scrum. Continuously apply Scrum principles in your work, learn from experience, and seek opportunities for growth to become an even more effective Scrum Master and Agile leader.

Who provides the A-CSM certification?

The A-CSM® certification is offered by Scrum Alliance, a world-renowned body dedicated to helping professionals, leaders and organizations embrace agile by understanding its principles, processes and values.

What are the prerequisites for the A-CSM course?

You may take the A-CSM course at any time after completing your CSM certification.To be eligible for the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster certification, you should have:An active Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification12 months of Scrum Master work experience (within the past five years) logged in to your Scrum Alliance profile.There is no exam applicable to get the A-CSM certification. You would need to have attended a certified A-CSM educational offering, and successfully completed all educator-designed components of the training including pre-and post-course work.

How many SEUs and PDUs do I earn by completing KnowledgeHut’s A-CSM certification training?

You earn 16 SEUs and 16 PDUs by participating in KnowledgeHut’s A-CSM training program.

Can I get A-CSM certified without taking the A-CSM course?

You cannot get A-CSM certified without undertaking the course as per Scrum Alliance requirements.

What next after A-CSM?

Once you have achieved the A-CSM® certification, you can further enhance your Scrum master skills by pursuing the following credentialsCertified Scrum Professional®-ScrumMaster (CSP-SM)Certified Team Coach℠ (CTC℠)Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®)Certified Enterprise Coach℠ (CEC℠)Certified Scrum Product Owner®(CSPO®)Certified Scrum Developer®(CSD®)ICP-ACC Certification from ICAgile

Do you provide a course completion certificate?

Yes, you will receive a course completion certificate on successfully completing the course.

How long does it take to get a A-CSM certification?

To obtain the A-CSM certification, you would need to attend two days of training under a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST) and complete all educator-designed components of the approved educational offering. This may include pre- and/or post-course work to complete the learning objectives.After satisfactorily completing the course and provided you have validated 12 months of Scrum Master work experience within the past five years, you would be able to download your A-CSM certification as soon as you accept the License Agreement with Scrum Alliance.

How long is my A-CSM® certification valid and how do I renew it?

You would need to renew your A-CSM certification every 2 years. The cost for renewal is $175, which extends the credential for a further period of 2 years from the date of your current expiration.In order to renew your ScrumMaster certification, you would need to:Login to Scrum Alliance websiteGo to your dashboardChoose the ‘Renew Certification’ option available under ‘Actions’.A-CSMs are also required to earn 30 Scrum Educational Units (SEUs) within the past two years, in addition to the $175 renewal fee. You can earn the required SEUs by completing an educational training or a learning opportunity.Visit this link for more details on the renewal process.

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