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SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) Certification

SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) Certification

Master the skills to guide Agile teams and manage program-level activities within the SAFe enterprise framework.

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  • Gain 16 PDUs/SEUs and a globally recognized SAFe Scrum Master certification to advance you
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SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) Certification Highlights

16 Hours of Live Instructor-Led Training

Earn 16 PDUs and SEUs

Comprehensive Exam Preparation

Free 1-Year SAFe Community Membership

All-Inclusive Learning

Comprehensive Exam Support

👨‍🏫 16 Hours of Live Instructor-Led Training
Participate in interactive sessions led by certified SAFe experts to master the Scrum Master role in a SAFe environment.

📚 Earn 16 PDUs and SEUs
Elevate your professional development while gaining recognized educational units aligned with SAFe principles.

🤝 Free 1-Year SAFe Community Membership
Join a thriving global network of SAFe professionals and gain access to exclusive resources.

🎯 Comprehensive Exam Support
Benefit from personalized guidance and dedicated study materials to ensure you excel in the SAFe Scrum Master certification exam.

💼 All-Inclusive Learning
The program covers the certification exam fee – no hidden or additional charges.

🎓 SAFe Studio Access
Unlock premium resources and tools to confidently implement SAFe practices across teams.

What is SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) Certification?

The SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification validates your ability to perform the role of a Scrum Master in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) enterprise. It equips you with the skills to facilitate team-level events, support PI planning, and drive team success in a scaled environment.

Why Choose SAFe SSM Certification?

🚀 Essential Agile Leadership
Build a strong foundation to guide Agile teams and foster alignment across the enterprise.

📈 Proven Agile Expertise
Master core Scrum and SAFe practices to lead teams effectively and achieve business goals.

🏆 Career Acceleration
Gain a globally recognized certification that makes you stand out in Agile team management roles.

💼 Enhanced Opportunities
Open the door to career paths like Scrum Master, Agile Team Facilitator, and Release Train Engineer in leading organizations.

Key Benefits of SAFe SSM Certification

🎯 Master Agile Facilitation
Learn how to enable smooth team operations, remove blockers, and drive continuous improvement.

📚 SAFe Knowledge and Tools
Access exclusive SAFe content to implement Lean-Agile practices efficiently.

🌍 Global Certification Recognition
Earn a prestigious certification that validates your Agile expertise globally.

🤝 Community Networking
Engage with the SAFe community to exchange insights and best practices.

📈 Ongoing Growth Opportunities
Stay updated with new Agile trends through continuous learning in SAFe Studio.

📊 High Market Demand
Meet the growing demand for Scrum Masters who excel in scaled Agile environments.

Boost Your Career with SAFe SSM

Become a certified SAFe Scrum Master and take the lead in fostering Agile success within your organization. With SAFe SSM certification, you will drive team performance, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and play a key role in delivering high-value results.

Join the elite group of SAFe professionals and set yourself apart as a trusted Agile leader in today’s competitive marketplace.

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High Demand for SAFe® Scrum Master

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Global enterprises and Fortune 500 companies are actively seeking SAFe-certified Scrum Masters to drive Agile team success and support enterprise-level transformations.

Market Demand

  • 80% of Fortune 100 companies implement SAFe, increasing demand for SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certified professionals.

  • 25% higher salaries for SAFe Scrum Masters compared to non-certified Scrum Masters.

  • SAFe Scrum Masters are in high demand for roles like Scrum Master, Agile Team Facilitator, and Release Train Engineer.

Certification Overview

Participants who complete the 2-day interactive course will take the SAFe Scrum Master certification exam, earning a globally recognized credential. This certification equips you with essential skills to:

  • Facilitate Agile team collaboration.

  • Plan and execute Program Increments (PIs) effectively.

  • Drive continuous improvement and deliver high-quality results.

Industry Insights

📈 60% Year-over-year increase in job postings requiring SAFe Scrum Master certification.
📊 85% of organizations report better team performance with SSM-certified professionals.
🌍 150+ Global Fortune 500 companies actively hire SAFe Scrum Master-certified leaders.

In-Demand Roles for SSMs

  • Scrum Master

  • Agile Team Facilitator

  • Release Train Engineer

  • Iteration Manager

  • Agile Delivery Lead

Elevate Your Career with SAFe SSM Certification

Advance your career with the SAFe Scrum Master Certification. As an SSM-certified professional, you will be equipped to lead Agile teams, foster collaboration, and ensure smooth execution of organizational objectives in a SAFe environment.

Empower your career by becoming a trusted Agile leader, playing a key role in driving enterprise success in today’s competitive Agile landscape.

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Jayaprakash Prabhakar
Jayaprakash Prabhakar

SPCT | Enterprise Agile coach | Speaker | Author

A seasoned and passionate SPCT and Scaled Agiled Coach, Jayaprakash Prabhakar (or JP as he is known to all) comes wit...

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Experience: 27+ Years

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Sathyanaryana H.R
Sathyanaryana H.R

SPCT | Enterprise Agile Coach | Transformation Architect

Sathyanarayana H R is certified SPCT (SAFe Practice Consultant Trainer), Transformation Architect, Agile Master and i...

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Experience: 24+ Years

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Priya M Hukkeri
Priya M Hukkeri

Agile Coach & SAFe Practice Consultant

Priya is an experienced SAFe Practice Consultant and Agile Coach. She has 18 years of experience in Software, worked wit...

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Experience: 18+ Years

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Learning Path

SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) Certification Learning Path

1. Mastering Scrum Master Fundamentals

Learn Scrum Master fundamentals, Agile principles, event facilitation, and team-building techniques to drive success.

  • 1. Understand the responsibilities of a Scrum Master in a SAFe enterprise, including facilitation, coaching, and team leadership.
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  • 1. Build a strong foundation in Lean-Agile principles and learn how to apply them to drive team and program success.
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  • 1. Learn techniques to plan and execute Agile ceremonies, including Daily Stand-ups, Iteration Planning, and Retrospectives.
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  • 1. Discover strategies for fostering team collaboration, enabling continuous improvement, and boosting performance.
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Master PI Planning, support Agile execution, remove impediments, foster Lean-Agile mindset, and prepare for certification.

  • 1. Master the skills to prepare, facilitate, and contribute to PI Planning, ensuring alignment with program goals.
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  • 1. Learn how to assist teams in executing Program Increments and maintaining alignment with the Agile Release Train (ART).
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  • 1. Develop techniques to identify and eliminate obstacles that hinder team productivity and delivery.
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  • 1. Coach teams to adopt Lean-Agile practices and create a culture of continuous value delivery.
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  • 1. Final preparation, exam guidance, and steps to achieve the SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification.
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Curriculum

SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) Certification Curriculum

1. Foundation Phase

Understanding the Role of an Agile Coach

  • Introduction to Agile Coaching and its importance.
  • Defining the roles and responsibilities of an Agile Coach.
  • Differentiating between coaching, mentoring, teaching, and facilitating.

The Agile Mindset

  • Embracing Agile values and principles.
  • Cultivating a growth mindset for individuals and teams.
  • Fostering trust and collaboration within Agile environments.

Coaching Foundations

  • Core skills for professional coaching.
  • Active listening, powerful questioning, and emotional intelligence.
  • Building strong coaching relationships.

Team Dynamics and High-Performing Teams

  • Understanding team dynamics and how to develop high-performing teams.
  • Creating an environment of psychological safety and accountability.
  • Facilitating healthy team conflict resolution.

Facilitating Agile Practices

  • Running effective Agile ceremonies such as retrospectives and planning sessions.
  • Facilitating team collaboration and decision-making.
  • Encouraging continuous improvement and adaptability.

Change Management and Organizational Agility

  • Supporting organizational change and Agile transformations.
  • Coaching leaders and stakeholders to adopt Agile practices.
  • Identifying and overcoming organizational challenges.

Conflict Management and Resolution

  • Recognizing and addressing team dysfunctions.
  • Coaching through conflict and promoting collaborative solutions.
  • Building alignment among diverse stakeholders.

Driving Continuous Improvement

  • Encouraging feedback loops and reflective practices.
  • Measuring team and organizational progress using Agile metrics.
  • Ensuring sustainability in Agile transformations.

Agile Coaching Competencies

  • Mastering the ICAgile Agile Coaching Competency Framework.
  • Applying coaching techniques to enhance team performance and delivery.

Scaling Agile Coaching

  • Coaching at the team, program, and enterprise levels.
  • Supporting multi-team environments in scaling Agile practices.

Becoming a Certified Agile Coach

  • Final preparation for the ICP-ACC certification exam.
  • Steps for certification and advancing your Agile coaching career.
  • Leveraging ICAgile resources and networks for continuous learning and growth.

Eligibility for SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) Certification Course

Prerequisites and Eligibility

  • There are no prerequisites to attend this course.
  • Having 3+ years of experience in software development, testing, business analysis, or product management is beneficial.
  • Experience in Agile frameworks such as Scrum is recommended
  • Prior knowledge of Lean-Agile principles and practices is advantageous.
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Who This Course Is For

Who Can Attend

  • Scrum Masters
  • Agile Team Members
  • Business Analysts and System Analysts
  • Team Leads and Project Managers
  • Program and Portfolio Managers
  • Anyone Aspiring to Become a Certified SAFe Advanced Scrum Master
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TRANSFORM YOUR WORKFORCE

Supercharge your Business with Skilled Teams

For a faster, more customer-centric SAFe implementation, upskilling your teams is essential. Not only does it enhance efficiency, speed up time-to-market, improve quality, foster collaboration, and reduce risks, it also helps attract top talent and positions your enterprise for long-term growth and competitiveness.

Accelerate Transformation

  • Faster SAFe adoption

  • Reduced implementation risks

  • Improved change management

Drive Innovation

  • Enhanced problem-solving

  • Increased creativity

  • Better customer solutions

Boost Performance

  • Higher productivity

  • Improved quality

  • Faster delivery cycles

Strengthen Teams

  • Better collaboration

  • Enhanced communication

  • Increased engagement

Upskill and reskill your existing teams.

Achieve a quick and impressive ROI on upskilling.

Boost in-role productivity with new skills.

Elevate employee satisfaction and reduce turnover.

Get the SAFe® SSM Certification

Earn the Coveted SAFe® Scrum Master Credential

Earning the SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM) certification is more than just enhancing your resume—it’s Scaled Agile’s recognition of your advanced skills in leading Agile teams, facilitating collaboration, and driving enterprise-level Agile success.

This certification validates your expertise in managing cross-team dependencies, resolving program-level conflicts, and enabling continuous improvement in a SAFe enterprise. It demonstrates your ability to foster collaboration between Agile teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure alignment and value delivery.

By earning this credential, you establish yourself as a trusted leader in Agile transformations, showcasing your ability to drive outcomes and inspire team excellence.

Earn the Coveted SAFe® Scrum Master Credential
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification?

The SSM certification validates your skills in facilitating Agile teams, enabling collaboration, and supporting program execution in a SAFe enterprise.

This certification is ideal for aspiring Scrum Masters, existing Scrum Masters, team leads, Agile coaches, and managers in Agile environments.

The SAFe Scrum Master certification focuses on the Scrum Master role within the context of a Scaled Agile Framework, emphasizing collaboration at team and program levels.

 Yes, it is recognized worldwide, particularly in organizations adopting SAFe practices.

The training includes interactive, instructor-led sessions and practical exercises to help you apply SAFe principles effectively.

The certification is valid for one year and can be renewed annually through the SAFe Community.

Yes, it is highly valued in IT, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries implementing SAFe.

1. What topics are covered in the SAFe Scrum Master course?

The course covers the Scrum Master role, Agile team facilitation, PI planning, impediment removal, and team coaching techniques.

It can be delivered online, in-person, or as a hybrid, depending on the training provider.

The course typically spans two full days (16 hours).

Participants receive a workbook, access to SAFe Studio, and online study resources.

While no mandatory pre-work is required, familiarity with Agile and Scrum is recommended.

Yes, it includes hands-on activities, case studies, and simulations to reinforce learning.

Yes, the course is designed for beginners, though basic knowledge of Agile concepts is beneficial.

1. What is the format of the SAFe Scrum Master exam?

The exam is an online, multiple-choice test with 45 questions.

The exam duration is 90 minutes.

You need to score 73% or higher (33 out of 45 questions) to pass

You can take the exam as soon as you complete the course.

The first exam attempt is included with the course fee. Retakes are allowed but may require additional payment.

The exam is conducted on the SAFe Community platform, requiring an internet connection and a web browser.

No, the exam is closed-book, but course materials can be used for preparation.

1. What professional benefits does the SSM certification offer?

It enhances your credibility, career prospects, and earning potential in Agile roles.

Yes, certified professionals receive a shareable digital badge for online profiles and resumes.

Being listed validates your certification and makes your credentials easily verifiable globally.

Yes, certified professionals gain access to the SAFe Community, enabling networking and knowledge-sharing.

Yes, certified professionals can access SAFe Studio resources and participate in webinars and events.

 Yes, it prepares you for leadership roles like Scrum Master, Agile Coach, or Release Train Engineer.

Certified professionals typically earn higher salaries compared to non-certified peers in Agile roles.

1. What is included in the 1-year SAFe Community membership?

Membership includes access to SAFe Studio, toolkits, templates, webinars, and the global SAFe community.

Yes, membership can be renewed annually for a fee.

SAFe Studio provides study guides, templates, videos, and other materials for continuous learning.

Yes, you can access updated course materials and resources as part of your membership.

Yes, members can participate in webinars, workshops, and networking events hosted by SAFe.

Once certified, you will receive login credentials for the SAFe Community platform.

1. What job roles are available for SAFe Scrum Masters?

Roles include Scrum Master, Agile Team Facilitator, Iteration Manager, and Release Train Engineer.

It enhances your expertise and positions you as a trusted Agile leader, opening doors to senior roles.

IT, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail are some industries actively seeking SAFe-certified professionals.

Yes, the certification is globally recognized, enabling you to work with international teams and organizations.

SAFe-certified Scrum Masters often earn 20-25% more than their non-certified counterparts.

Yes, it prepares you for leadership positions like Agile Coach, Program Manager, or RTE.

Yes, most Fortune 100 companies prefer hiring SAFe-certified professionals.

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