Go Beyond Theory. Get Certified.
The Scrum Alliance certification program bridges the gap between theory and practice. The journey begins with a foundation-level certification consisting of hands-on training and workshops.
Foundation-Level Certification
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The Certified ScrumMaster and Certified Scrum Product Owner credentials are earned through course attendance. CSMs must also pass the CSM evaluation. |
Mid-Level Certifications
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New! The Certified Scrum Developer program focuses on giving team members the agile engineering skills they need to create working software. |
Professional-Level Certification
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All practitioners of Scrum should strive for a Certified Scrum Professional designation. CSPs have proven experience and expertise in the art of Scrum. Before becoming a CSP, applicants must be CSMs, CSDs, or CSPOs. |
Guide-Level Certification
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The Certified Scrum Trainer and Certified Scrum Coach credentials are available only to CSPs who have proven expertise in the art of Scrum and an aptitude for and experience in training or coaching others in the use of Scrum. |
Registered Education Providers
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New! A Scrum Alliance Registered Education Provider is not a certification, but it does designate well-qualified training organizations who provide Scrum and agile-related training. |
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Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Scrum Alliance certification program.
Membership?
You will find instructions and a complete list of fee payment links here.
The online Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) evaluation launched 1 October 2009. The evaluation is only open to those who have taken a Certified ScrumMaster course (from a Certified Scrum Trainer).






