Implementing a Lean-Agile SAFe® transformation in the enterprise with SAFe® 6 Program Consultant Certification. Based on version 6.0 of SAFe®.

Course Description

During this four-day course, attendees will learn how to lead a Lean-Agile transformation by leveraging the practices and principles of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®), as well as the seven core competencies of the Lean Enterprise. Attendees will also gain insights and practice how to coach programs, launch Agile Release Trains, build a Continuous Delivery Pipeline with DevOps culture, and a Lean Portfolio. The first two days of the course—Leading SAFe®—will provide them with the basis to teach SAFe to leaders. The final two days focus exclusively on what it takes to successfully implement SAFe in the enterprise.

Becoming a Certified SAFe® 6 Program Consultant (SPC), and becoming a change agent, will enable attendees to coach and guide the enterprise to succeed in a disruptive marketplace and empower them to implement a Lean-Agile SAFe transformation

Learning Goals

To perform the role of a SAFe® 6 Program Consultant (SPC), you should be able to:

- Lead an enterprise Lean-Agile transformation
- Implement the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®)
- Build a Lean Portfolio
- Align the organization to a common language and way of working
- Perform Value Stream identification
- Launch and coach Agile Release Trains
- Coordinate multiple Agile Release Trains with a Solution Train
- Build and execute an implementation rollout strategy
- Configure the Framework for a specific enterprise context
- Train managers and executives in Leading SAFe®
- Continue your learning journey and become enabled to train other SAFe® roles in the enterprise

Attending the class prepares you to take the SAFe® 6 Program Consultant (SPC) exam. Those who attain their SPC certification will receive:

- Access to license the course materials needed to train aspiring SAFe® Agilists, SAFe® Practitioners, and SAFe® PM/POs
- Access to no-cost license materials, videos, and artifacts that support launching Agile Release Trains
- Inclusion in the SPC directory listing (optional)
- Access to the private SPC LinkedIn Group

Topics Covered

Leading SAFe® - Days 1

Thriving in the Digital Age with Business Agility
Building a Foundation with Mindset, Values, and Principles
Building Solutions with Agile Product Delivery

Implementing SAFe® - Days 2

Building Solutions with Agile Product Delivery(cont.)
Exploring Lean Portfolio Management
Leading the Change
Practicing SAFe

Implementing SAFe® - Days 3

Reaching the SAFe Tipping Point
Designing the Implementation
Launching an Agile Release Train
Coaching ART Execution

Implementing SAFe® - Days 4

Enhancing the Portfolio
Accelerating Business Agility
Becoming a Certified SAFe Practice Consultant

What You Get

The class registration includes:

Attendee workbook
Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe 6 Program Consultant (SPC) exam
Course certificate of completion

Audience and Certification Details

The course is intended for those who will be materially and directly involved in a SAFe® adoption. This includes enterprise leaders, practitioners, change agents, and consultants responsible for implementing Agile programs and portfolios as part of an enterprise Lean-Agile change initiative. Attendees typically include:

- Professional Services Consultants
- Internal Change Agents, Lean-Agile Center for Excellence (LACE) participants, Agile Working Group
- Business and Technology Executives, Leaders, Managers, and Directors
- Portfolio Managers and Fiduciaries, Project/Program Management Office (PMO) personnel
- Development, QA, and IT Managers
- Program and Project Managers
- Product and Product Line Managers
- Process Leads and Lifecycle Governance personnel
- Enterprise, System, and Solution Architects

Prerequisites

All stakeholders in a Lean-Agile transformation 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 Program Consultant certification exam and practice as a SAFe® 6 Program Consultant (SPC):

- 5+ years of experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product or project management
- 3+ years of experience in Agile
- One or more relevant Agile certifications

Duration

4 Days

Exam Details

- Exam name – SAFe 6 Program Consultant Exam.
- Exam format – Multiple choice.
- Exam delivery – Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed.
- Exam access – Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the Implementing SAFe course.
- Exam duration – Once the exam begins, candidates have 120 minutes (2 hours) to complete the exam.
- Number of questions – 60.
- Passing score – 80% pass rate.
- Language – English.
- Exam cost – First exam attempt is included as part of the course registration fee if the exam is taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake attempt costs $250.
- Retake policy – Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after the first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. The Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait. Contact support@scaledagile.com for any retake questions.

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