Advanced Certified ScrumMaster®

To participate in the online course, you'll need the following:

• A quiet, comfortable place to be for the duration of the class
  • Choose an area without distractions
  • Be mindful of managing potential interruptions (e.g. children, pets, etc).
• Computer (desktop, laptop, or tablet)
• Camera and microphone (we'll have virtual breakout rooms)
• Headset to filter out room noise
• Internet connectivity
• Ability to download the workbook

What to Expect...

• Breaks – The course will include frequent breaks to allow time away from the screen, time to stretch your legs, and check on friends/family.
• Video Required – You'll be working with others in video breakout rooms. It's a unique way to engage with your classmates and dive deeper into discussions.
• Tools – Our coaches have incorporated easy-to-use websites and online collaboration tools to support their lessons.

We ask that you participate like you would if you were in class.

• Punctual arrival
• Full attention and participation (video is required)
• Committed to full, 100% attendance and participation during class time

Attendees must fully participate in both two days of class. If you anticipate that you may need to miss class time, please contact us in advance to discuss your situation and determine if rescheduling the class is the best option.

This course provides 16 SEUs of the 70 needed for the Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) certification. This course also earns 16 PMI PDUs and 16 needed for the PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification and PMP certification.

FAQs

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions about the course?

Please email all questions to: [email protected] or visit our FAQ page.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes. Attendees are allowed one transfer, but it must be to the same class type and can only be transferred for the next upcoming class.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes! We are happy to accommodate large groups and encourage full teams to sign up. Email [email protected] for more information on discount pricing.

What is your cancellation policy?

A 90% refund will be issued for cancellations made in 14 days or more from the start date of the course. For cancellations made in less than 14 days, we will allow a one-time courtesy transfer into the next available course. Any additional transfer requests will result in a $100 transfer fee. All refund/transfer requests must be emailed to [email protected]. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may occur that interfere with your class attendance. Attendees must contact [email protected] within 48 hours of the class start time to reschedule if they are unable to attend. Registration will be considered forfeited if no notice is received within the 48 hour window. Please do not hesitate to ask if you have questions about these policies. We're looking forward to having you in class.

This certification course elevates your skills and competencies as a scrum master. Building on the foundational knowledge from Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) and your work experience in this scrum accountability, this course offers practical tools and delves into new competencies.

• A-CSM learning objectives

Course topics include:

• Process change and improvement
• Active listening and providing feedback
• Effective external communication with stakeholders
• Removing impediments that prevent long-term, deep adoption of Scrum and Agile practices by all parts of the business
• Explaining the value of Scrum and Agile processes to skeptics

The Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) course is designed for experienced Scrum Masters who hold the foundational CSM certification and are ready to master advanced coaching and facilitation techniques.

This course is ideal for current or aspiring Scrum Masters who meet the following criteria and want to advance their career by mastering the complexities of the role:

• You currently hold a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification with Scrum Alliance (active or expired).

• You are currently working as a Scrum Master or in a related role and are seeking to go beyond basic Scrum mechanics to address team and organizational challenges.

• You need to validate 12 months of Scrum Master work experience to officially receive the A-CSM certification (experience validation is often the main step attendees are working toward).

You will gain the skills necessary to scale Scrum, coach Product Owners and Development Teams, and effectively remove complex organizational impediments, solidifying your role as a true leader in agility.