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Certified Scrum Trainers^® play a vital role within the Scrum Alliance. Only CSTs are licensed to teach CSM and CSPO courses. CSTs, therefore, stand in the spotlight on the Scrum Alliance stage, providing guidance to those seeking a basic understanding of Scrum, wishing to refresh their Scrum knowledge, or desiring to advance their application of Scrum. Stringent certification requirements are imposed on perspective CSTs to make certain that only those who are qualified to meet this commitment are entrusted to engage in this role on behalf of the Scrum Alliance.

Prerequisites	Must be a CSP for at least one year before applying Must also be an active contributor in the Scrum community. To teach CSM courses, you must hold a CSM designation (in addition to CSP). To teach CSPO couses, you must hold a CSPO designation or have written approval from the Scrum Alliance (in addition to CSP). While not yet a prerequisite, those pursuing the CST designation are urged to co-train with at least two CSTs before submitting an application. Documented evidence of successful co-training with CSTs will weigh favorably in receiving a positive recommendation for CST status from the Certification Review Committee. The Certification Review Committee recommends candidates to the Scrum Alliance Board for final approval.
Intended For	Individuals who have guide-level knowledge and skills as wells as the ability to teach Scrum-related concepts to groups in a classroom setting.
Certification Process	Login to download and complete a CST application. Complete this entire application using the Microsoft Word document to enter your responses. Your application package must contain: A completed application A Scrum resume A detailed description of training experience Examples of training materials References from co-trainers and testimonials from trainees. Include other documents with your application package that provide evidence of your qualifications. Submit your completed CST application to the Certification Review Committee using the link provided. Pay your $100 application fee. After your application has been reviewed and accepted you must: Attend a normally scheduled course as directed Teach a module of that course as directed Please note: The CST fall 2009 application round is now closed. No further applications will be accepted. The next round for application to Certified Scrum Training will be announced in the coming months - please check back for updates regarding the timeline for future CST applications. Upon notification of approval of CST status you will be required to pay a one-time fee of $7,500. To maintain your active CST status, you will pay annual renewal fees of $7500. Renewal of CST certification automatically incorporates lower-level certifications such as CSM, CSPO, and CSP. It also includes renewal of the CSC.
Certification Duration	Two years.
Recertification Process	Must obtain 40 PDUs over the two-year certification period. PDUs may be earned for Scrum coaching, professional activities, self-directed learning, professional education, and Scrum community involvement (the same PDU units may count for both CSC and CST). Must train at least 30 CSMs or CSPOs every year.
Recertification Fees	$100 non-refundable application fee. $7500 upon acceptance of application. $7500 for second and subsequent years. Renewal of CST certification automatically incorporates lower-level certifications such as CSM, CSPO, and CSP. It also includes renewal of the CSC.

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