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Description
While Agile methods have been found to be readily applicable to small teams, most organizations today work across collaborative teams, complex systems and geographies. In such a scenario, agile implementations often fail to have the expected impact. The Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) is a complete methodology for large-scale Agile project teams to carry out an Agile transformation seamlessly. Applying Lean/Agile principles and practices across all levels within an enterprise is the first step toward such a change. The SAFe® framework effortlessly synchronizes the alignment, collaboration, and delivery of multiple agile teams leading the way to enterprise success.
Our 2-day Leading SAFe® training class gives you the knowledge required to become a Certified SAFe® 4 Agilist, and to lead agile transformation within your enterprise using the Scaled Agile Framework and its underlying principles of flexibility, lean thinking and product development flow.
This course is based on version 4.5 of SAFe®.
What you will learn
On completion of the workshop you will learn to:
- Demonstrate how Lean, Agile, and Product Development Flow form the foundation of SAFe®
- Apply SAFe® to scale Lean and Agile development in your enterprise
- Recognize and apply a Lean-Agile Mindset and principles
- Continuously explore, integrate, deploy, and release value
- Empower with a Lean Portfolio
- Coordinate the development of large solutions
- Enhance your Lean-Agile leadership skills
- Support a Lean-Agile transformation in your enterprise
- Complete the course of study leading to the SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA) certification exam
You will also get:
- Instructor-Led Classroom Training (2 Days)
- 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs
- Courseware authored by Scaled Academy
- 1 free attempt of the SAFe® Agilist Certification Examination as the exam fee is included in the course fee
- One year membership with Scaled Agile
- Free downloadable reference materials from Scaled Agile Framework
Key Features
Certification
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of this Scaled Agile Framework training course prepares you to take the SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA) certification exam.
However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SA certification exam.
- 5+ years’ experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product or project management
- Experience in Scrum
Certification:
- After the training session, your trainer will email the candidate details to Scaled Academy (the Accrediting body).
- Thereafter you will receive three emails directly from Scaled Academy – A Welcome Email to create your profile, A Survey Email which requests your feedback on the training (and which is mandatory), Exam Link Email, which will carry self-explanatory instructions on how to give the exam.
- You will have a window of 30 days to take the exam.
Exam:
- Exam name– SAFe® 4 Agilist Exam
- Exam format– Multiple choice
- 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 Leading SAFe® course
- Exam duration– Once the exam begins, candidates have 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete the exam
- Number of questions– 45
- Passing score– 34 out of 45 (76% passing score)
- 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. Contact support@scaledagile.com for any retake questions.
- You will receive your results for the class within 5 – 7 business days after the exam has closed.
- Once it closes, Scaled Academy will update profiles to reflect the certifications. When this process is complete, Scaled Academy will email you official notification. You will then have access to the member area and will be able to make your profile public within the Scaled Agile Community. Until then, you have access only to your certificate.
Certification includes:
- SAFe® 4 Agilist PDF certificate
- SAFe® 4 Agilist digital badgeto promote your accomplishment online
- One-year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform, which includes access to the SA Community of Practice
- Access to Meetup groups and events that connect you with other SAFe® Certified Professionals
- A variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe® journey
Curriculum
- Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework
- Embracing Lean and Agile Values
- Understanding SAFe® Principles
- Experiencing PI Planning
- Executing and Releasing Value
- Building an Agile Portfolio
- Leading the Lean-Agile Enterprise
- Building Large Solutions
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I recently attended the SA course offered by KH in Dublin. The instructor was knowledgeable and able to answer questions related to practice and experience beyond theory. I met experienced Agile professionals and we discussed practices, global industry and local scene, trends, common issues and solutions.The course extended my knowledge and helped me to successfully pass the certification exam with full 100% on my first attempt.I recommend KH as a solid provider of industry recognized courses.
Attended workshop in December 2017Leading SAFE (SA) with one of the unique & outstanding training programs that I attended this year, Trainer Pratyoosh had a great energy & he was very passionate about this. The batch was full of knowledge & experienced members. Thanks, Knowledge hut for providing such a facility.
Attended workshop in May 2018It was a excellent training. I have understood the concepts very nicely. The trainer was talented and had good knowledge. I have cleared the SAFe Agilist 4 certification also in August.
Attended workshop in July 2018Knowledge transfer was great. Lots of information passed on that will help in my role. Highly recommend this class to anyone in a PM or Agile role.
Attended workshop in April 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
While there is no eligibility criterion for attending the workshop, participants who wish to give the exam must have at least:
- 5+ years of experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product or project management
- Experience in Scrum
While it is easy to apply Lean/Agile principles at the team or department level, replicating these benefits at the enterprise level is often challenging due to the scale of the change. Organizations therefore rely on the Scale Agile Framework (SAFe®) that helps seamlessly carry out large-scale, multi-team transformations. SAFe® 4 Agilists are in much demand for their expertise in leading this change though carefully thought of program releases and identifying roles and structures required to scale Agile to the program level.
No, your course fee includes the SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA) certification exam fee.
- Log in and click on My Profile on the upper-right bar
- In the box at right headed "My Profile," go to Manage Profile
- Scroll down to "Content & Features" and choose Professional Development
- Choose and click on the Certifications/Programs tab
- Click on the certificate icon to the left of "Certification Name"
- Once you have accessed your certificate, you can download and print it.
No, there is no online/virtual course for SAFe®. The SAFe® 4 Agilist Certification requires in-depth knowledge of the SAFe® framework which you get from our certified experts who lead the workshop.
You will get 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs toward your continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI)® for PMP® and PMI-ACP® certifications.
SEUs are Scrum Educational Units, issued by the Scrum Alliance. SEUs are the mark of educational experience needed to earn the CSP (Certified Scrum Professional) certification.
PDUs and SEUs are credits awarded by the Project Management Institute and the Scrum Alliance respectively. They recognize your dedication to the Project Management and Agile world through the award of credits for every educational effort you make throughout your career. At present, Scrum Alliance members who hold a Certified Scrum Professional®, Certified Enterprise Coach and/or Certified Scrum Trainer credential need to earn SEUs to get recertified. Every PMI® certification, except the CAPM®, requires you to earn a specific number of PDUs per three-year certification cycle.
No, the certification needs to be renewed annually.
There is a renewal fee ($100) that needs to be paid annually.
The class registration includes:
- Attendee workbook
- Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® 4 Agilist exam
- One year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform
- Course certificate of completion
Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to be eligible for the exam.
Any registration cancelled within 48 hours of the initial registration will be refunded in FULL (please note that all cancellations will incur a 5% deduction in the refunded amount due to transactional costs applicable while refunding). Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receipt of written request for refund. Kindly go through our Refund Policy for more details: http://www.knowledgehut.com/refund
Please send in an email to support@knowledgehut.com, and we will answer any queries you may have
The following individuals will benefit from this course:
Executives and Leaders, Managers, Directors, CIOs, and VPs
Development, QA, and Infrastructure Management
Program and Project Managers
Product and Product Line Management
Portfolio Managers, PMO, and Process Leads
Enterprise, System, and Solution Architects.