Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training in Herndon, VA

NextUp’s Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) class is an immersive two-day learning experience that provides students a deep dive into Agile principles and the concepts and practices that define the Scrum framework. This highly interactive and collaborative class boosts students’ confidence in Agile concepts and their ability to implement Scrum in their unique environments.

As we welcome students back to in-person training, NextUp is committed to providing a safe environment to ensure the best learning experience possible. As such, all students participating in in-person training must either be vaccinated or wear a face mask consistent with CDC guidelines throughout training. Proof of vaccination will be required which includes your physical vaccination card or a photo of the card. Masks are optional for students who are fully vaccinated.

All live training venues meet strict sanitation standards, including rigorous cleaning protocols completed with increased frequency. Furniture has also been arranged to allow additional space for social distancing as needed.

The state of the world requires us to be more Agile than ever. NextUp will provide confirmation of all in-person trainings proceeding no less than one week prior to the class date. Should class be canceled for any reason, students will have the option to receive a refund, transfer to virtual training, or redeem their class for another in-person training at a later date.

Organized by a product backlog and completed through four half-day sprints, we use Scrum to teach Scrum in our CSM course. Sprint planning is used to identify the sprint goals and key learning modules for each sprint. The task board and burndown charts are used to create transparency and track progress to completion. Sprint reviews and retrospectives ensure students are engaged. Key topics include:

• Agile and Scrum fundamentals
• Iterative vs. incremental processes
• Scrum roles and how they interact within teams
• How to act as a servant leader and improve transparency
• Product backlog, refinement, and user stories
• Sprint planning and effective estimation
• The importance of events like the daily Scrum, sprint review, and retrospectives

Students who complete the class will be eligible to take the Scrum Alliance-administered Certified ScrumMaster exam and become Certified ScrumMasters. The exam comprises 50 multiple choice questions, students need a minimum score of 74% to pass. NextUp students boasts a 99% pass rate on their first exam attempt.

CSM training is ideal for all members of the team including Product Owners, Scrum Masters, developers, testers, analysts, project managers, and more. This course is also great for anyone interested in Agile methodologies and process improvement across industries and practices.

• The average annual Scrum Master salary is $121,156 according to ZipRecruiter.
• Typical job titles include Scrum Master, delivery lead, program manager, project lead, and more.
• Access  resources designed to help you succeed long after the class is done.
• Claim 16  Scrum Alliance Scrum Education Units (SEUs).
• Claim 14 Project Management Institute (PMI) Professional Development Units (PDUs).

• Certification and exam fees
• Two-year membership to the Scrum Alliance
• Digital copies of all class materials and templates
• Dedicated customer support and scheduling flexibility
• Access to NextUp’s original content like blogs and webinars as well as trainer office hours

The class will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Courtyard Dulles Herndon/Reston at 533 Herndon Parkway, Herndon, VA 20170. On-site complimentary parking will be available.

Richard Cheng is a graduate of Virginia Tech and a renowned Agile expert. He has presented keynote talks at conferences and events around the globe and has authored publications on Agile and product management. Richard has extensive experience working with the federal government, large companies, small startups, nonprofit organizations, and associations. In addition to being one of the few Certified Scrum Trainers (CST) accredited by the Scrum Alliance, Richard is also a Kanban University Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT), Certified Scrum Foundations Educator, Path to Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) Educator, Certified LeSS Practitioner, Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), and a Training from the Back of the Room certified instructor.

Students submitting cancellation requests 10 business days or more prior to the start of the course are entitled to a full refund. Students submitting cancellation requests less than 10 business days prior to the start of the course will be offered a credit toward a future NextUp Solutions course of equivalent value, or a refund less a processing fee of $100. Should the organizer cancel the course for any reason, each registered student will be issued a full refund.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Courtyard by Marriott Dulles Airport Herndon/Reston, 533 Herndon Parkway, Herndon, United States