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Applying Professional Scrum™ (APS) Certification In United States

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Course Description

Applying Professional Scrum is the workshop for anyone who wanted to learn more about Scrum as described in Scrum Guide through Hands-on exercises. Applying Professional Scrum (APS) provides the foundational knowledge needed to work with Scrum efficiently. The course is a combination of teaching and team-based exercises.

Students work in Scrum Teams over a series of Sprints to learn Scrum while doing Scrum. They experience first-hand how the Scrum framework improves their ability to deliver business value compared to traditional methods. The course also includes a free attempt at the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I certification exam (PSM I).

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How Scrum differs from traditional plan-driven work models
Learn how to be a great Scrum Team member
Develop an understanding of what it is like to use Scrum and if it is right for your team
Leave the class with ways to identify common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Course Objectives

  • Learn about Agility and how Scrum differs from traditional plan-driven work models.
  • Develop an Agile mindset by focusing on professionalism, experimentation, and outcomes
  • Learn (or relearn) the fundamentals of Scrum and how to apply them correctly
  • Develop an understanding of what it is like to use Scrum and if it is right for your team
  • Learn how to be a great Scrum Team member, or how to support a great Scrum Team
  • Leave the class with ways to identify common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Students use a set of proven practices throughout the class that can be used to enhance their application of Scrum
  • Leave with tools that help Identify first steps in applying Professional Scrum with your team.

Who Should Attend?

The Applying Professional Scrum (APS) course is ideal for:

  • Scrum Beginners: Individuals or teams new to Scrum seeking a foundational understanding.
  • Scrum Refreshers: Professionals currently using Scrum who want to improve their practices.
  • Scrum Transitions: Those joining a Scrum team and needing to get up to speed.
  • Scrum Collaborators: Professionals working alongside Scrum teams and seeking better collaboration.
  • Scrum Evaluators: Individuals considering Scrum for their work environment.
  • Scrum Adopters: Teams or organizations planning to implement Scrum soon.

The course also prepares participants for further Scrum education with role-specific training (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developer, Leader).

Course Topics

The ‘Fundamentals of Scrum’ dives into the core principles that make a successful Scrum team. We'll explore the Agile Manifesto, its values and principles, that provide the foundation for Scrum. We'll then delve into the origins of Scrum itself, understanding the key differences between project and product management. We will also learn to identify complex problems and navigate them using Scrum's core concepts of empiricism and lean thinking. Finally, we'll solidify your understanding by examining the essential Scrum values that underpin the entire Scrum framework.

This section will delve into the essential elements of Scrum. We'll explore the various Scrum events, understanding their purpose and how they facilitate smooth project execution. Additionally, we'll examine the artifacts – the tangible outputs that track progress and ensure transparency. A crucial aspect we'll cover is the concept of "Definition of Done," establishing clear criteria for meeting quality standards within each iteration.

We go beyond the basics of Scrum to explore the intricacies of building and leading high-performing Scrum Teams. We'll delve into cross-functionality, and self-management, and addressing impediments. Learn how to manage undone work, navigate technical debt, and embrace the concept of emergent architecture for a more successful Scrum journey.

Master the art of planning in Scrum! In this section, we dive deep into key concepts like Sprint Planning and how to approach planning across different horizons. We'll explore how the Product Backlog and Product Goal connect, then get hands-on with creating Sprint Backlogs that align with your Sprint Goal. Additionally, you'll learn techniques for Product Backlog refinement, estimation, and forecasting to ensure your Scrum Team sets achievable goals.

Upcoming Schedules

We are running auxiliary batches for this course!

For group inquiries, please contact us at connect@agilemania.com

Why Choose Us?

High Success Rate
Access to Competitive Assessments to Evaluate Your Preparations
Expert’s Post-workshop Support
Learn from the Professional Trainers With over 2 Decades of Experience
Join a Community of 35,000+ Practitioner

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Agilemania offers a 2-day APS training, beneficial for anyone who wants to learn more about Scrum and how to use it effectively. Download the brochure and check the different focus areas covered within these 2 days of training.

Certification Assessments

All participants completing the Applying Professional Scrum course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment. The industry-recognized PSM I certification requires a minimum passing score of 85%. APS class participants who attempt the PSM I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not score at least 85% will be granted a 2nd attempt at no additional cost.

You are also entitled to a discount on the PSM II assessment once passing PSM I. Best of all, PSM I certification has lifetime validity, i.e., it needs no renewals.

FAQs

The Applying Professional Scrum (APS) certification is a hands-on course that teaches you how to apply the Scrum framework effectively. It's designed to give you practical experience with Scrum and help you understand how to use it to deliver value in your projects.

There are several benefits to getting APS certified, including:

  • Gaining a practical understanding of Scrum
  • Learning how to improve your team's agility
  • Increasing your ability to deliver value to stakeholders
  • Boosting your career prospects in the Agile world

APS certification is beneficial for anyone who wants to learn more about Scrum and how to use it effectively. This includes:

  • Project managers
  • Product owners
  • Scrum masters
  • Developers
  • Anyone working in an Agile environment

The APS course is typically a 2-3 day intensive program that combines lectures, discussions, and group exercises. You'll work in a simulated Scrum team and experience the entire Scrum.

There are no formal prerequisites for taking the APS course. However, having a basic understanding of Agile principles would be helpful.

The certification itself has no expiration date. However, the Scrum field is constantly evolving, so staying up-to-date with the latest practices is recommended.

Please refer to our refund and cancellation and refund policy page. Even then if you have any queries, you can reach out to us at connect@agilemania.com.

Write to us at connect@agilemania.com, and we will answer all the queries you have.

PDUs are expanded as Professional Development Units which are issued by the Project Management Institute. A candidate is given access to the PDU when they complete the Scrum Master course. 16 PDUs for 2 days training.
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Solidify Your Knowledge Through Practice

Applying Professional Scrum™ (APS) is a hands-on, activity based course in which students experience how Professional Scrum and the Scrum framework improve their ability to deliver value compared to traditional methods. Scrum provides a better way of working that highlights the use of experimentation, incremental delivery of customer value, frequent feedback loops and the fostering of strong team dynamics.