Certification and Microcredential Questions

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

• How do I become a Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)?
• How do I take the CSM® test?
• Can I take the CSM® test without attending a Certified ScrumMaster® course?
• What can I expect from the CSM® test? How many questions are there and what is the passing score?
• How do I download or print a copy of my certification after passing the test?
• Can I retake the CSM® test if I score poorly?

Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)

• How do I become a Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)?
• Is there a test requirement for CSPO® certification?
• Can I earn the CSPO® certification without attending a Certified Scrum Product Owner® course?

Microcredentials

• What do I receive after taking a microcredential course?
• How do I take a microcredential course?
• What is a microcredential?
• Will earning a new microcredential renew my previously earned certifications?
• Are microcredentials eligible for SEUs?
• What is the difference between a microcredential and a certification?

Leadership Certifications

• How do I earn the Certified Agile Leader® 1 (CAL 1™) certification?
• Certified Agile Leader® 1 (CAL 1™) and Certified Agile Leader® 2 (CAL 2™) Refactor - Frequently Asked Questions

Certified Scrum Developer® (CSD®)

• How do I earn the Certified Scrum Professional - Developer (CSP-D℠) certification?
• How do I earn the Advanced Certified Scrum Developer (A-CSD℠) certification?
• How do I become a Certified Scrum Developer® (CSD®)?

Scaling Certifications

• Where did the CAS-S1 course go?
• How do I earn the Certified Agile Scaling Practitioner 1 (CASP 1) certification?

Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) & Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner (A-CSPO)

• How do I earn the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM℠) or Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner (A-CSPO℠) certification?
• Can I take an A-CSM℠ or A-CSPO℠ course before I have the required work experience?

Certified Scrum Professional® - ScrumMaster (CSP-SM®) & Certified Scrum Professional® - Product Owner (CSP-PO®)

• How do I earn the CSP®-SM or CSP®-PO certification?
• Can I take the CSP®-SM or CSP®-PO course before I have the required work experience?

Facilitation Certifications

• Where did the ACS-CF course go?
• How do I earn the Certified Agile Facilitator (CAF) certification?
• What will I learn in the Certified Agile Facilitator (CAF) course?
• Are there any prerequisites to join the Certified Agile Facilitator (CAF) course?
• What are the renewal requirements for the Certified Agile Facilitator (CAF) certification?
• Will the Certified Agile Facilitator (CAF) count toward requirements on the Certified Enterprise Coach (CEC) or Certified Team Coach (CTC) application?

Certified Coaching Programs

• What is the difference between a Certified Team Coach℠ (CTC℠) and a Certified Enterprise Coach℠ (CEC℠)?
• What are the requirements for Scrum Alliance Certified Team Coach® (CTC) and Certified Enterprise Coach™ (CEC™)?
• How long does it take to get my application reviewed?
• What accommodations do you offer for non-native English speakers?
• I Am Interested in the CTC Certification But Need More Coaching Experience. How Do I Develop My Skills?