Scrum Master Certification
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Agenda of the Scrum Master Training
All Agile Academy Scrum Master courses cover the following topics in depth:
1. Context of Agile
What is agility? Why does it matter? When shall we apply agile practices? Is agile the solution to every problem? How does agile differ from Lean?
These are all questions that any Scrum Master will face at some point. Our intention is to provide you with the level of understanding so that you can answer these questions whenever you are confronted with them.
We use simple tools and models to help you understand and be able to explain. These tools include the Stacey diagram or the Cynefin model from Dave Snowden. They also include simple ways to visualize how value is created over time. And of course each of our trainers has some stories to share from organizations they have worked with.
2. Road to Sprint One
One of the challenges every Scrum Master faces is how do I prepare a team for the very first sprint. What is it that we need to do before we can get the first sprint started?
Scrum does not define these things very clearly. Still, they need to be done and it is often the Scrum Master who is in charge.
These things include:
- Facilitating the creation of Working Agreements
- Crafting a Product Goal or a Product Vision (we use these terms interchangeably)
- Creating and refining an initial Product Backlog
In most cases, our trainers do this during the workshop using the workshop as an example of how various tools can be applied to systematically achieve that goal.
3. The Scrum Framework
Once you understand the context of agile, we will dive deeper into Scrum. You learn that Scrum is a framework that helps teams and organizations get to be more agile. We build a mindset through practice.
Scrum consists of three roles/accountabilities, five events, and three key artifacts which each have a commitment to them. During our training you will learn everything you need to know about the Product Owner, Developers, and Scrum Master.
We will share with you how Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Product Backlog Refinement, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective are facilitated.
And you will learn how a Product Goal and Product Backlog, Sprint Goal and Sprint Backlog, and Definition of Done and Product Increment are connected, defined, and can be created.
4. Systematic Approaches to developing high-performing teams
Any Scrum Master has one goal and one goal only: create a high-performing team. Most Scrum Masters are not aware of that goal. And those who are in many cases lack the skill to do it.
Although this training is considered to be an introductory course to the role of the Scrum Master, we believe you have to explore this topic sooner rather than later.
Depending on the trainer you will learn about coaching techniques, various models such as Hackmann and Tuckmann. You might even learn about Psychological Safety. Our online course for Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches captures all of these topics.
5. Additional topics (especially for three-day trainings)
Depending on the pace of the class driven by the experience of participants, the number of participants, and a few other factors, we might even address some of the topics below during a two-day course:
- Kanban as an additional tool/technique for helping teams and organizations succeed
- Organizational change and transformation
- Product Backlog creation and prioritization
- Stakeholder management
- Scaling Scrum beyond one team
- Facilitation techniques for aligning a group of people
- And other topics based on your request
Bring Your Own Ideas & Questions
We encourage participants to bring their questions to the training. Any question and real-world example from your side will make everything you and others learn more tangible. It will also result in more energy throughout the training which is connected to better learning.
Your Certification Options
Scrum Master Level 1
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Certified Scrum Master
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Professional Scrum Master I
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| Certified by Agile Academy | Scrum Alliance | Scrum.org |
| Lifetime validity No hidden costs |
2 years validity $100 recertification fee after |
Lifetime validity |
| Flexible acquisition through training or e-learning | Acquisition only through live training | Acquisition through exam (no training required) |
| Holistic approach focused on practical application | Focus on the Scrum Framework | Focus on the Scrum Framework |
| Exam with 30 questions, unlimited retakes | Exam with 50 questions, 2 attempts. 25$ per additional attempt |
Exam with 80 questions, 200$ per attempt |
What you'll learn in a Scrum Master Level 2 course
This advanced training is designed for practicing Scrum Masters who want to deepen their skills and evolve into confident facilitators, servant leaders, and change agents. Grounded in real-world challenges and peer learning, the course blends practical tools with space for reflection and growth. You’ll leave with new techniques, stronger self-awareness, and a clearer view of your role in supporting agile teams and organizations.
1. Facilitate with skill and calm
Learn how to guide team discussions with clarity and presence, even in high-pressure or ambiguous situations. We explore what makes facilitation effective and how you can show up with calm, clarity, and purpose.
You’ll practice adapting your facilitation style to different group dynamics and energy levels — and get hands-on experience with real facilitation scenarios.
Through feedback and reflection, you’ll identify ways to improve your confidence and presence as a facilitator.
2. Embody servant leadership
Understand what it means to lead by serving — helping others grow, removing obstacles, and fostering trust without seeking control or visibility.
We examine the 10 characteristics of servant leadership and apply them to daily Scrum Master challenges with Developers, Product Owners, and stakeholders.
You'll explore where you stand today, reflect on your leadership style, and uncover areas where you want to grow further.
3. Coach with presence and confidence
Explore the power of coaching as a stance — one that creates space for insight and ownership instead of jumping in to fix problems.
You’ll practice core techniques like active listening and open-ended questioning in coaching conversations and reflect on your impact.
With feedback and peer reflection, you’ll grow your awareness of when coaching is the right move and how to stay grounded while doing it.
4. Understand team dynamics — and the wider system — deeply
Agile teams evolve — and so should your approach as a Scrum Master. Learn to recognize signals of team maturity and shifts in group dynamics so you can adjust your stance accordingly.
You’ll explore how organizational culture, structures, and hidden incentives impact team performance — and how to influence them without formal authority.
We also reflect on your personal impact: How are you supporting collaboration, trust, and growth right now? Where could you shift your stance?
5. Reconnect with agile values and empiricism
In the rush of delivery, it’s easy to lose sight of the “why” behind our work. This module grounds you in the Agile Manifesto, Scrum Values, and the principle of empiricism.
Through examples and shared stories, we’ll look at how transparency, inspection, and adaptation show up in real teams — and what happens when they don’t.
You’ll leave with practical ideas for fostering trust, improving learning cycles, and staying anchored in agile values when things get tough.
Bring Your Own Ideas & Questions
We encourage participants to bring their questions to the training. Any question and real-world example from your side will make everything you and others learn more tangible. It will also result in more energy throughout the training which is connected to better learning.
Your Certification
Scrum Master Level 2
(SM 2)
- Certified by Agile Academy
- Lifetime validity
No renewals or hidden fees - Through training & real-world assignments
- Servant leadership, facilitation, coaching
- 3 practical assignments with trainer feedback
Level 3 Training: Teach
Deepen your expertise and prepare to guide others. You'll explore advanced practices, leadership topics, and ways to foster learning in your team or organization. A detailed agenda will follow.
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- You are wondering which course is right for you?
- Do you have questions about our courses and certifications?
Feel free to contact us with your concerns and we will find a solution.
What you'll get on top of your live training
Lifetime Access to the
Scrum Master Online Course
- 24+ hours of video content, exercises, and exclusive materials
- Self-paced learning to revisit complex topics anytime
- Complements live training for a complete understanding of Scrum
1-Year Access to
All Agile Academy Online Courses
- Full library access to 9 courses
- Access the Agile Academy Community
- Learn advanced topics to broaden your skillset
Lifetime Access to the
Agile Academy Community
- Exchange ideas with other participants and trainers
- Receive help and support from experienced Agile professionals
- Expand your network and make new connections
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- Get tailored advice, instant answers, and additional resources
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FAQ about the Scrum Master Training
- Length of Training: Some courses go beyond the standard requirements, offering deeper dives into specific topics or additional practice time.
- Location: In-person training often involves higher logistical costs compared to online sessions.
- Mode of Delivery: Remote options may differ in pricing from in-person training based on accessibility and format.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Every participant gains access to our e-learning platform, online course materials, and even AI coaching support.
- Ongoing Support: After certification, we provide continuous learning opportunities through our community and expert resources.
- High-Quality Content: Our trainers prioritize practical skills, deep understanding, and actionable knowledge to ensure meaningful learning experiences.
- Community and Networking: Joining our courses connects you with a global Agile community, opening doors for peer support and collaboration.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM): Offered by the Scrum Alliance, this is a well-established certification focusing on hands-on, interactive learning in a live setting.
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM): Provided by Scrum.org, this certification emphasizes Scrum fundamentals and offers flexibility with self-study options for the exam.
- Certified by Agile Academy – Scrum Master Level 1: Part of Agile Academy's new certification program, this option combines flexibility with high-quality content and recognizes both live and e-learning formats.
- CSM: The Scrum Alliance requires live, instructor-led training. You can complete this either in-person or through live online sessions.
- PSM: Scrum.org allows you to prepare independently or through a course, with the option to take the exam at your convenience.
- Certified by Agile Academy: Offers flexibility with live, hybrid, or self-paced learning formats, letting you tailor your journey to your needs.
- CSM: Includes a 35-question test that you must complete with at least 69% correct answers. The test is typically taken after the live training.
- PSM: Requires passing an online exam (PSM I) that focuses on understanding Scrum principles.
- Certified by Agile Academy – Scrum Master Level 1: Combines assessments and activities designed to validate understanding, with an emphasis on practical application rather than just theory.
- CSM: Requires at least 16 hours of live training for online sessions or 18 hours for in-person courses, per Scrum Alliance guidelines.
- PSM: The training duration depends on the course provider, as it's not mandatory to take a class to achieve certification.
- Certified by Agile Academy: Flexible in design, allowing trainers to adjust duration to include modern Agile topics like leadership, psychological safety, or OKRs.
- If you value practical application and want flexibility between e-learning and live training, Certified by Agile Academy is ideal.
- If you want to focus purely on the Scrum framework, Scrum Alliance could be an option. However, be aware of the ongoing recertification costs.
- If you just want to take an exam and are willing to pay the exam fees, then Scrum.org is an alternative.
- Lifetime Validity: You never need to renew your certificate or pay additional fees.
- Holistic Approach: Beyond Scrum, Agile Academy covers topics crucial for modern work practices, such as:
- OKRs (Objectives and Key Results): Goal management for teams.
- Psychological Safety: Creating a safe work environment.
- Leadership Development: Leadership skills for Agile teams.
- Our approach makes you a comprehensively trained agilist – far beyond the basics.
- Practice-Oriented: The focus is on applying what you learn directly. Our exams and assignments are designed to test and promote your practical skills – ideal for real project environments.
- Flexible Learning: Choose between e-learning and live training, depending on what better fits your schedule.
- Free Retakes: You can retake the exam as many times as needed at no additional cost.
- No Hidden Costs: Unlike ScrumAlliance or Scrum.org, we have no ongoing fees or expensive exam attempts.
- Broader Range of Topics: We go well beyond Scrum and cover modern, practice-relevant topics like OKRs, Psychological Safety, and Leadership Development.
- Practice-Oriented Certificates: Our certificates reflect your actual abilities, not just passing an exam. The goal is for you to apply your knowledge directly in real projects.
- Lifetime Validity: Through our lifetime certification, you save considerable time and money in the long run.
- Modern Learning Formats: Agile Academy offers you the flexibility to choose between live training and e-learning to optimally support your personal learning style.
Yes! Unlike many other certification bodies, Agile Academy doesn't force you to attend live training. You can prepare flexibly and independently through e-learning. However, live training is available if you prefer personal interaction.
The "Certified by Agile Academy" credential was launched in 2024. Our goal is to make this certification the new standard in the agile world – with a strong focus on quality, practical relevance, and the requirements of modern organizations.
Agile Academy itself is already a recognized name in the DACH region: We have been working successfully with many large, well-known as well as small companies for years. With our extensive experience and excellent reputation, we are among the top providers for agile training. You can be confident that our certificates are designed for quality and practical relevance – exactly what modern organizations are looking for.
We work with these and many other clients:
Certification for Teams & Companies
Scrum Master Training as In-house Training
Opting for an in-house Scrum Master course, especially for groups of 8 or more, offers distinct advantages. Training can be customized to fit your organization's needs, promoting team alignment and practical application. An in-house training provides a private setting for open discussions about challenges your organization is facing.
In-house training is typically more cost-effective per employee than public courses, while also saving on external expenses e.g. travel and accommodation. Additionally, these in-house courses can be certified by various reputable organizations, adding value to your team's professional development.
In summary, in-house courses offer beneficial customization, confidentiality, cost savings and - if needed - recognized certification.
Scrum Master Training with Volume Discount
Agile Academy offers volume discounts in public Scrum Master training which allow our clients to achieve significant cost savings. When multiple team members enroll (minimum 3), volume discounts are applied, making large-scale training more economical.
Compared to an in-house training these discounts come with flexibility. Team members can choose different training dates to suit their schedules, maintaining business continuity.
In essence, volume discounts offer a more cost-efficient solution for quality Scrum Master training, blending substantial savings with scheduling convenience, making it an attractive choice for organizations striving to enable their Scrum Masters.
Contact us with your special requirements and we are sure to offer you a custom, tailor-made solution for your training needs.
Philip Rogowski
Customer Success Manager
team@agile-academy.com +49 151 610 59 938 Mo-Fri.: 9am - 5pm