Leading SAFe® Agilist 5 (SA) Classroom - DC/MD/VA

Leading SAFe®  with SAFe® Agilist Certification based on version 5 of SAFe

Applying a Lean-Agile mindset with SAFe

Attendees can develop a skillset that’s in demand worldwide—and empower their enterprises to succeed in a disruptive marketplace—when they become a SAFe® Agilist (SA). During this two-day course, they’ll learn the principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®), how to execute and release value through Agile Release Trains, and what it means to lead a Lean-Agile transformation at enterprise scale.

Attendees will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and why it’s so effective in today’s adapt-or-die marketplace. They’ll also get practical advice on supporting Agile teams and programs, empowering a Lean Portfolio, building a continuous delivery pipeline and DevOps culture, and coordinating large solutions.

Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Agilist (SA). 

Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

Learning Goals

To perform the role of a SAFe® Agilist, attendees should be able to:

• Apply SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development in the 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 their Lean-Agile leadership skills


• Support a Lean-Agile transformation in their enterprise

Topics Covered

• Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)


• Embracing a Lean-Agile Mindset


• Understanding SAFe Principles


• Experiencing Program Increment (PI) Planning


• Exploring, Executing, and Releasing Value


• Leading the Lean-Agile Enterprise


• Empowering a Lean Portfolio


• Building Large Solutions

What Attendees Get

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

Prerequisites

All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA) certification exam:

• 5+ years’ experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product, or project management


• Experience in Scrum

Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to be eligible for the exam.

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

Learning Objectives

After this course, you will understand how to:

• Apply SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development in your enterprise
• Support the execution of Agile Release Trains
• Coordinate large Value Streams
• Manage a Lean-Agile Portfolio
• Align the organization to a common process model
• Configure the Framework for your context
• Unlock the intrinsic motivation of knowledge workers
• Support a Lean-Agile transformation in your enterprise

SAFe Certification Kit

Attendees who pass the exam will receive:

• A SAFe Agilist certificate
• One year certified membership as a SAFe Agilist
• SAFe Agilist branding kit with the SA certification mark

Annual renewal

Membership renewals are one year from the date certification is earned

• Renewal fee: $100

Exam Details

• Name: SAFe 4 Agilist Exam


• Format: Multiple Choice


• Delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed


• Access: Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the Leading SAFe course

More Exam Details

• 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)


• Sample Test Questions available

Professional Development Units (PDUs) and Scrum Education Units (SEUs)

Attendees may be eligible to apply for 15 PDUs toward their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for PMP, PgMP, and PMI-ACP certifications

Attendees may be eligible to apply for SEUs under Category C, toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance