The Advanced Certified ScrumMaster® (A-CSM®) course is designed for Scrum Masters and Agile professionals who are ready to move beyond the fundamentals and make a greater impact within their teams and organizations. Through interactive workshops, real-world scenarios, coaching exercises, and practical discussions, you'll develop the skills needed to handle complex team dynamics, facilitate meaningful collaboration, and guide Agile transformations with confidence. This course goes beyond the Scrum framework to help you become a stronger coach, facilitator, mentor, and servant leader. You'll learn how to improve team engagement, navigate challenging situations, work effectively with stakeholders, and support Agile practices at scale.
A-CSM Certification Training Overview
Develop the advanced coaching, facilitation, and leadership skills needed to thrive in complex Agile environments.
Why get A-CSM certified?
The Credential That Opens New Doors
Advance Your Scrum Expertise
Move beyond the fundamentals and gain the advanced skills needed to handle complex team dynamics, organizational challenges, and Agile transformations with confidence.
Become a Better Coach and Facilitator
Learn how to guide teams, support Product Owners, and facilitate meaningful conversations that lead to stronger collaboration and better outcomes.
Stand Out in Your Career
Earning an A-CSM® certification demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and helps you stand out in a competitive Agile job market.
Drive Greater Impact Across Teams
Develop the ability to influence stakeholders, improve team performance, and create lasting value beyond a single Scrum team.
Join a Global Community of Agile Leaders
Connect with Scrum practitioners, coaches, and leaders worldwide through the Scrum Alliance network, opening doors to continuous learning and new opportunities.
A-CSM Certification Course Highlights
Gain practical knowledge, hands-on experience, and advanced Agile skills that drive results.
Live Expert-Led Training
Learn directly from Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs) through 16 hours of interactive, instructor-led sessions. Gain practical insights and earn 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs upon completion.
Hands-On Agile Learning
Go beyond theory with real-world simulations, role-plays, and collaborative exercises. Build the confidence to apply advanced Scrum practices in everyday work situations.
Global Scrum Community Access
Enjoy a two-year Scrum Alliance membership and become part of a worldwide network of Agile professionals: access valuable resources, events, and learning opportunities.
Advanced Stakeholder Management
Learn how to engage stakeholders effectively, navigate complex team dynamics, and create alignment across teams and leadership for better outcomes.
Globally Recognized Certification
Earn the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster® (A-CSM®) credential and validate your expertise. Demonstrate your commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
Career Growth and Leadership Skills
Strengthen your coaching, facilitation, and servant leadership abilities. Stand out as a Scrum professional capable of leading teams through complex challenges and change.
Skills You Will Gain In Our A-CSM Training Program
Develop practical skills to coach teams, engage stakeholders, and drive Agile success.
Advanced Facilitation Skills
Learn how to lead productive conversations between Product Owners, Scrum Teams, stakeholders, customers, and executives to drive alignment and better outcomes.
Coaching and Mentoring
Develop the skills to coach, teach, and mentor teams and individuals, helping them embrace Agile values and Scrum practices with confidence.
Overcoming Team Challenges
Gain practical strategies to address resistance to change, low engagement, team conflicts, and other common challenges faced by Scrum Masters.
Building High-Performing Teams
Learn how to foster accountability, ownership, collaboration, and motivation to help teams consistently deliver value.
Scaling Agile Across the Organization
Understand how to extend Scrum and Agile practices beyond a single team and support larger organizational Agile initiatives.
Strengthening Scrum Master Leadership
Master the facilitation, coaching, and servant leadership skills that distinguish exceptional Scrum Masters and Agile leaders.
Who This Program Is For
Perfect for professionals who want to help teams perform better and deliver greater value.
This certification training is ideal for:
Scrum Masters
Team Leads
Agile Coaches
Project Managers
Delivery Managers
Development Managers
A-CSM Certification Training Program Roadmap
Get Certified in Four Simple Steps
Eligibility and Pre-requisites
Strengthen your coaching skills, lead Agile teams more effectively, & advance your Scrum career
The A-CSM® certification is designed for Scrum Masters who are ready to build on their existing Scrum knowledge and take on more advanced Agile leadership responsibilities. Before earning the certification, you'll need to meet a few key requirements set by Scrum Alliance.
Course Modules
Comprehensive curriculum covering all exam domains
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Pick from flexible pricing plans that fit your team size and learning goals.
Performance Dashboards
Track progress with intuitive dashboards for individuals and teams.
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What is the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster® (A-CSM®) certification?
A-CSM® is an advanced-level Scrum Alliance certification designed for experienced Scrum Masters who want to deepen their Agile expertise, strengthen their coaching skills, and lead teams more effectively.
Who should attend the A-CSM® course?
This course is ideal for Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, Team Leads, Project Managers, Delivery Managers, and Agile practitioners looking to advance their Scrum knowledge and leadership capabilities.
What are the prerequisites for the A-CSM® course?
You must hold a Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) certification and have at least 12 months of Scrum Master experience within the last five years before receiving the A-CSM® certification.
Who provides the A-CSM® certification?
The A-CSM® certification is awarded by Scrum Alliance, one of the world's leading Agile and Scrum certification organizations.
How long does it take to earn the A-CSM® certification?
After completing the approved A-CSM® training and meeting the experience requirements, you can complete the certification process within a few days through your Scrum Alliance account.
Will my certificate indicate that I completed the course online?
No. Your A-CSM® certification is the same regardless of whether you attend the training online or in person.
Is there an exam for the A-CSM® certification?
No. Unlike some Scrum certifications, A-CSM® does not require a separate certification exam. Certification is earned by completing the approved training and meeting Scrum Alliance requirements.
What practical skills will I gain from the A-CSM® course?
You'll learn advanced facilitation, Agile coaching, stakeholder management, conflict resolution, team development, scaling Scrum practices, and techniques for improving team performance.
How challenging is the A-CSM® course?
The course is designed for experienced Scrum practitioners and builds on the foundations learned in CSM®. While it is more advanced, the interactive learning approach makes the concepts practical and easy to apply.
How many PDUs and SEUs will I earn?
Participants typically earn 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs upon successful completion of the training.
How do I obtain the A-CSM® certification?
Complete an approved A-CSM® training course, verify your Scrum Master experience, accept the Scrum Alliance license agreement, and complete your Scrum Alliance profile.
How long is the A-CSM® certification valid?
The certification remains valid for two years from the date it is awarded.
Why should I renew my A-CSM® certification?
Renewing your certification demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and helps you stay current with evolving Agile and Scrum practices.
How do I renew my A-CSM® certification?
You can renew your certification through Scrum Alliance by earning the required Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and paying the renewal fee every two years.
How does an A-CSM® certification help my career?
A-CSM® validates your advanced Scrum knowledge, strengthens your professional credibility, and helps you stand out for leadership and Agile-focused roles.
Is A-CSM® certification worth it?
Yes. A-CSM® helps experienced Scrum Masters develop advanced coaching, facilitation, and leadership skills that can increase their impact and career opportunities.
What is the difference between CSM® and A-CSM®?
CSM focuses on Scrum fundamentals, while A-CSM® builds on that foundation with advanced coaching, facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and organizational Agile practices.
Who is an Advanced Certified ScrumMaster®?
An Advanced Certified ScrumMaster® is an experienced Agile professional who helps teams improve performance, coaches stakeholders, facilitates collaboration, and supports Agile transformation efforts.
What should I do after completing A-CSM®?
Many professionals continue their Agile journey by pursuing the Certified Scrum Professional® ScrumMaster (CSP®-SM) certification and expanding their coaching and leadership expertise.
What is the highest Scrum Master certification level?
Within the Scrum Alliance Scrum Master track, CSP®-SM (Certified Scrum Professional® – ScrumMaster) is the next advanced certification after A-CSM.
What are the key benefits of earning an A-CSMdsed® certification?
A-CSM helps you become a stronger Agile leader, improve coaching and facilitation skills, support high-performing teams, increase professional credibility, and expand career opportunities.
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