Leading SAFe® with SA Certification-Confirmed to Run!

Agile Phoenix, has successfully lead multiple large enterprise SAFe implementations for a wide-range of industries and companies including Fortune 500!  Our passion is in helping ease our client’s through the challenges of adopting agile and agile at scale with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).  We carefully listen to our clients and work to be especially cognizant of their unique struggles to enterprise lean-agile adoption.  Our accredited SAFe instructors provide attendees with meaningful, contextual examples to accelerate learning by using real-world scenarios to demonstrate the successful impacts of SAFe practices in the workplace. Instructors are carefully selected for their EQ (emotional intelligence) in addition to their proven hands-on SAFe transformation experience.  We welcome those that attend our classes to ask us the hard, awkward questions.  All our instructors are unified with the mission to develop strong SAFe practitioners prepared to support enterprises with the creation of better software and systems to make the world a better place.In addition to our public SAFe training, we offer private on-site training courses, consulting, and coaching to support enterprise adoption and transformation.Agile Phoenix became a SAFe partner in 2019 and is a women-owned and operated small business.To learn more: Email info@agilephoenixenterprises.com or call us (703) 662-5969

Agile Phoenix SAI SPCT Gold Transformation Partner

Tysons Corner Training Room

Description:During this two-day 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 skillset that’s in demand worldwide—and empower their enterprises to succeed in a disruptive marketplace—when they become a Certified SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA).Learning GoalsTo perform the role of a SAFe® Agilist, attendees should be able to:• Understand the five competencies of the Lean Enterprise• Become a Lean-thinking Manager-Teacher• Apply the values and principles of a Lean-Agile Mindset• Apply SAFe’s Lean and Agile principles to the roles and practices of SAFe• Create high-performing teams and trains by establishing mission and purpose• Lead the transformation with the SAFe Implementation Roadmap• Support PI Planning and the events associated with successful Program execution• Drive Release on Demand with the Continuous Delivery Pipeline• Establish alignment and execution with Strategic Themes and Lean Portfolio Management• Coordinate multiple Agile Release Trains and suppliers with a Solution TrainTopics Covered• Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)• Becoming a Lean-Agile Leader• Creating high-performing teams and trains• Experiencing Program Increment (PI) Planning• Releasing on Demand with DevOps• Building a Lean Portfolio• Leading the transformationWhat Attendees GetThe class registration includes:• Attendee workbook• Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® 4 Agilist exam• One year membership to the SAFe Community Platform• Course certificate of completionAttendees must attend both days of the course in order to be eligible for the exam.Who will benefit?The following individuals will benefit from this course:• 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 ArchitectsPrerequisitesAll are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® 4 Agilist (SA) certification exam:• 5+ years’ experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product, or project management• Experience in ScrumSAFe Certification KitAttendees who pass the certification exam will receive:• SAFe Agilist certificate• A SAFe 4 Agilist digital badge to promote your accomplishment online• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Agilist, which includes access to the SA Community of Practice• A SAFe Agilist certification usage guide with SA certification marks• Access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals during their SAFe journeyAnnual RenewalCertifications expire one year from the date the certification is earned.Renewal fee is $100Exam Details• Name: SAFe 4 Agilist Exam• Format: Multiple Choice• Delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed• Access: Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the Leading SAFe course• Duration: Once the exam begins, candidates have 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete the exam• Number of Questions: 45• Passing Score: 34 out of 45 (75% passing score)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 certificationsAttendees may be eligible to apply for SEUs under category C, toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance

About your trainer <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christenmclemore/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Christen McLemore</a>!Christen is a recovering Project Manager and Agile Purist. With decades of practical experience coaching, leading agile transformations and consulting Fortune 100 companies, she took the leap to start her own business. She is dedicated to serving the agile coaching community by promoting Leadership, Love and Belonging!With her quick wit and loving irreverence, Christen is known for her raw and humorous discussions with people struggling to be brave and successful in today’s sometimes callous, alienating workplaces. People appreciate her thoughtful, direct and grounding guidance that almost always ends with a mutual laugh and an f’bomb for good measure.Christen lives in Denver, Colorado with her rescued Great Pyrenees mix, Ripley (named after Ellen Ripley from Aliens!). You'll likely find the two of them camping, finding new places for inspiration and visiting with friends year round.

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