Certification Description

The Agile Coaching Certification is designed for professionals who aspire to guide and mentor Agile teams, helping them improve processes, embrace Agile principles, and achieve high performance. This certification equips you with the skills needed to facilitate change, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement within teams and organizations. Whether you are an experienced coach or new to the role, this certification will deepen your understanding of Agile methodologies and enhance your ability to lead teams through Agile transformations.

What You Will Gain:

• Coaching Skills: Master the art of Agile coaching, including how to mentor teams, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and support continuous improvement.
• Change Management: Learn techniques to help organizations and teams adopt Agile practices, overcome resistance, and embrace a culture of agility.
• Team Dynamics: Develop the ability to assess team performance, identify areas for improvement, and foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Practical Tools: Gain hands-on experience with tools and frameworks for Agile coaching, including team assessments, retrospectives, and feedback techniques.
• Leadership Development: Enhance your leadership capabilities, positioning yourself as a key influencer in Agile transformations and organizational change.

Targeted Audience

• Aspiring Agile Coaches: Individuals who want to step into the role of an Agile Coach and guide teams through Agile practices and principles.
• Experienced Coaches: Professionals already in coaching roles who want to formalize their knowledge and expand their skill set in Agile environments.
• Scrum Masters: Scrum Masters looking to deepen their coaching skills and transition into a more strategic role within Agile teams.
• Agile Practitioners: Those with experience in Agile methodologies who wish to mentor and coach teams to higher levels of maturity.
• Organizational Leaders: Managers and leaders who want to understand how to support and lead Agile transformations within their organizations.

Materials Included

• Comprehensive Study Guide: A manual covering key concepts in Agile coaching, including team dynamics, change management, and facilitation techniques.
• Case Studies: Real-life examples of Agile coaching in various industries, demonstrating the impact of effective coaching on team performance.
• Coaching Tools: Access to templates and tools for conducting assessments, facilitating retrospectives, and managing team dynamics.
• Interactive Workshops: Practical exercises and workshops designed to build your coaching skills in real-world scenarios.
• Access to Online Community: Engage with a network of fellow learners and experienced coaches to share insights, challenges, and best practices.

Requirements/Instructions

• Prior Experience: Familiarity with Agile principles and some experience working with Agile teams is recommended but not required.
• Course Duration: The certification course is self-paced, with an estimated completion time of 25-35 hours.
• Assessment: A final exam must be passed with a score of 80% or higher to earn the certification.
• Technology Requirements: A computer with internet access is necessary to complete the course materials and participate in online discussions.
• Certification Validity: The Agile Coaching certification is valid for three years. Recertification can be achieved by completing a refresher course or earning continuing education credits.