Planning Information
The duration of this course is 2 days.
Classes are priced from $1,295.00. See individual sessions for details.
Description
New to the Scaled Agile Framework®? Leading SAFe® offers you an introduction to the foundations of SAFe, and provides the principles and practices to drive your Lean-Agile transformation with confidence.
Learn how to initiate and lead a successful Lean-Agile SAFe® transformation as a SAFe® 6.0 Program Consultant (SPC).
During this AgileSparks delivered 2 days course, attendees will gain the knowledge necessary to lead a Lean-Agile enterprise by leveraging the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®), and its underlying principles derived from Lean, systems thinking, Agile development, product development flow, and DevOps. They will discuss the five competencies needed to become a Lean Enterprise. They will also learn and practice the skills for supporting and executing PI Planning events, and coordinating multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
Attendees will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset, why it’s so effective in today’s adapt-or-die marketplace, and what it means to lead a Lean-Agile transformation. They’ll also learn how to build and support Agile teams and programs, empower a Lean Portfolio, build a Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture, and coordinate large solutions. They will develop a skill set that’s in demand worldwide—and empower their enterprises to succeed in a disruptive marketplace—when they become a SAFe® 6 Agilist (SA).
Attending the class prepares individuals to take the exam and become certified SAFe® Agilist.
Intended Audience
You work in an organization where a movement towards an Agile way of working is in progress or desired. The Leading SAFe course is suitable for every role within the organization. Whether you’re responsible for a product, a service, a project, a program or a portfolio. Whether you work as a manager, a consultant, or an executive professional.
- 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
At Completion
After attending the class, attendees should be able to:
- Lead the transformation to business agility with SAFe.
- Become a Lean-Agile leader.
- Understand customer needs with Design Thinking.
- Enable Agile Product delivery.
- Implement Lean Portfolio Management.
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® 6 Agilist (SA) certification exam:
- 5+ years experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product or project management
- Experience in Scrum
Exams & Certifications
When you pass Leading SAFe exam, you’ll receive a SAFe 6.0 SAFe Agilist (SA) certificate, with a digital badge to share and promote your accomplishment online. A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Agilist is also included, granting you access to the SA Community of Practice.
Furthermore, we’ll provide you with a SAFe Agilist certification usage guide with SA certification marks, as well as access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals during their SAFe journey
Didn’t pass the exam? You can try again. Each new attempt will cost $50
Materials
The class registration includes:
- Attendee Digital workbook
- Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® 6 Agilist exam
- One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
- Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to be eligible for the exam.
Course Outline
- Establish Team and Technical Agility
- Build solutions with Agile Product Delivery
- Explore Lean Portfolio Management
- Lead the change
- Become a Certified SAFe Agilist
To request private training or future dates, call 610-321-3500 or
Register your interest now
