SAFe® For Teams (SP) 5.0 Course - Chicago, IL

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Participants in the course will learn how to write stories and break down features, plan and execute iterations, and plan Program Increments. Also, they’ll learn about the continuous delivery pipeline and DevOps culture, how to effectively integrate with other teams in the program, and what it takes to continuously improve the train.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

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

• Apply SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development in their enterprise
• Know their team and its role on the Agile Release Train
• Know all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between the teams
• Plan Iterations
• Execute Iterations and demonstrate value
• Plan Program Increments
• Integrate and work with other teams on the train

COURSE DETAILS:

During this two-day course, attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of the ART, how it delivers value, and what they can do to effectively perform their role using Scrum, Kanban, and XP.  They will also get a chance to build the skills needed to become a high-performing team member of an Agile Release Train (ART)—and learn how to collaborate effectively with other teams—by becoming a SAFe® 5.0 Practitioner (SP).

TOPICS COVERED:

• Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Embracing a Lean-Agile Mindset
• Understanding SAFe Principles
• Creating high-performing teams and programs
• Experiencing Program Increment (PI) Planning
• Exploring, Executing, and Releasing Value
• Leading the Lean-Agile Enterprise
• Empowering a Lean Portfolio
• Building Large Solutions

CERTIFICATION:

Attendees who pass the certification exam will receive:

• SAFe Practitioner certificate
• A SAFe 5.0 Practitioner digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Practitioner, which includes access to the SP Community of Practice
• A SAFe Practitioner certification usage guide with SP certification marks
• Access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals during their SAFe journey

Annual Renewal

Certificates expire one year from the date the certification is earned.

• Renewal fee is $100

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..

Activity Number
SAFe4Teams Duration
2 days
PMI CertificationTechnicalLeadershipStrategicTotal

PMP®
13.50
1.25
0.25
15.00

PgMP®
13.50
1.25
0.25
15.00

PMI_RMP®
0.00
1.25
0.25
1.50

PMI_SP®
0.00
1.25
0.25
1.50

PMI_ACP®
13.50
1.25
0.25
15.00

PfMP®
0.00
1.25
0.25
1.50

PMI_PBA®
0.00
1.25
0.25
1.50

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

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® Practitioner (SP) certification exam:

• Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles
• Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and XP
• Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes

CANCELLATION POLICY:

In order for us to provide the most experienced instructors and a superior classroom environment, we must ask you to adhere to our cancellation policy. If it is necessary to cancel or reschedule your registration, please notify us immediately via email at training@aleph-technologies.com. Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• 15 or more business days prior to class, 100% full refund of tuition.
• 8-15 business days prior to class, no refund, but may reschedule to another class within one year of date of cancelled class.
• 3-7 business days from the course start date, no refund is allowed but may reschedule to a future date within one year, with a charge of $200 cancellation/move fee. 
• 2 business days from the start of a class, or if you do not attend the class, you will not be eligible for a refund or reschedule/credit(future dates). 

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Very informative and practical classes. The instructors brought a wealth of experience with them and I really loved the courses I took. I learned a lot.

Classes were very informative and the instructors showed they had real experience and knowledge. I learned practical knowledge that I can use in the workforce.

In order for us to provide the most experienced instructors and a superior classroom environment, we must ask you to adhere to our cancellation policy. If it is necessary to cancel or reschedule your registration, please notify us immediately via email at training@aleph-technologies.com. Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• 15 or more business days prior to class, 100% full refund of tuition.
• 8-15 business days prior to class, no refund, but may reschedule to another class within one year of date of cancelled class.
• 3-7 business days from the course start date, no refund is allowed but may reschedule to a future date within one year, with a charge of $200 cancellation/move fee. 
• 2 business days from the start of a class, or if you do not attend the class, you will not be eligible for a refund or reschedule/credit(future dates). 
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