Leading SAFe® 6.0 Course with SAFe® Agilist Certification

The Leading SAFe® 6.0 Certification Training prepares participants to become certified SAFe® Agilist (SA) by equipping them with Lean‑Agile knowledge, principles and techniques to lead enterprise‑wide Agile transformations. Through 14-16 hours of instructor‑led training with real‑world case studies and interactive exercises, you will learn how to apply SAFe® principles, support Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and drive business agility. The course also includes preparation for the SAFe Agilist certification exam.

Lesson 1: Digital Age and Business Agility

• Thriving in the digital age
• SAFe® as an Operating System for Business Agility
• Core competencies of Business Agility



Lesson 2: Lean‑Agile Leaders

• Lean‑Agile Mindset
• SAFe Core Values
• SAFe Lean‑Agile Principles



Lesson 3: Team and Technical Agility

• Lean‑Agile Mindset
• SAFe Core Values
• SAFe Lean‑Agile Principles



Lesson 4: Agile Product Delivery

• Customer‑centric culture
• Design Thinking
• ART Backlog and WSJF
• PI Planning
• Develop on Cadence; Release on Demand
• Continuous Delivery Pipelines with DevOps



Lesson 5: Lean Portfolio Management

• SAFe Portfolio
• Strategic Themes
• Portfolio canvas
• Epic hypothesis statements
• Traditional and Lean budgeting approaches
• Portfolio Kanban



Lesson 6: Leading the Change

• Lead by example
• Lead the change
• SAFe Implementation Roadmap

• There are no strict prerequisites to enroll, but professionals are encouraged to have 5+ years of work experience in roles such as business analysis, software development, testing or project management.
• Prior exposure to Agile concepts and working in a Scrum environment is recommended to maximize understanding.
• Familiarity with software or product delivery processes is beneficial but not required.

• Executive Leaders and Senior Managers responsible for Agile transformation initiatives.
• Project Managers and Program Managers working in Agile environments.
• Product Managers, Product Owners and Business Analysts.
• Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches seeking to lead at scale.
• Technical and Engineering Leaders involved in large‑scale Agile delivery.
• Anyone interested in understanding SAFe® and driving enterprise Agility.

• Exam Name: SAFe® 6.0 Agilist (SA) Certification Exam.
• Format: Web‑based, closed book with multiple‑choice, single‑select questions.
• Duration: 90 minutes.
• Number of Questions: 45 questions.
• Passing Score: 80% (36 out of 45).
• First exam attempt is typically included in the course fee if taken within 30 days of completion.
• Exam assesses knowledge of Lean‑Agile principles, SAFe® core values and scaled Agile practices.
• Certification is issued via the SAFe Community Platform after passing.

The SAFe® Agilist certification, also known as Leading SAFe, is a globally recognised credential that validates your expertise in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) - a leading approach for scaling Agile across large enterprises. This certification prepares you to lead Lean‑Agile transformations and align teams, programmes, and value streams to achieve strategic business goals. It’s ideal for Agile leaders, project managers, product managers and executives.

With organisations increasingly adopting Agile at scale, professionals who understand how to implement and guide enterprise‑wide Agile practices are in strong demand across industries like tech, finance, healthcare, telecom and manufacturing. Certified SAFe Agilists play key roles in driving business agility and delivering value more predictably.

SAFe Agilist certification offers strong career and salary benefits in the United States and globally. As Agile transformation becomes a strategic priority, certified professionals command competitive compensation:

• 1. In the U.S., SAFe Agilist professionals typically earn between $105,000 and $158,000 per year, depending on experience, role and location.
• 2. More experienced or specialised roles — such as Agile Coach, Release Train Engineer, or Lean Portfolio Manager — can see salaries toward the higher end of the range or above.
• 3. Entry‑ to mid‑level roles such as Scrum Master, Project Manager or Product Owner also benefit from SAFe Agilist skills, often with salaries from around $80,000 to $135,000 depending on responsibilities.

SAFe Agilist certification also tends to boost your earning potential by roughly 10%–25% or more compared to non‑certified peers, reflecting the premium organisations place on Agile scalability and strategic implementation skills.

Beyond salary, the certification enhances your professional credibility, strengthens your understanding of Lean-Agile principles, and positions you to lead cross‑functional teams in complex environments — making you a valuable candidate for leadership and transformation roles.

By earning the SAFe Agilist certification, you demonstrate your ability to guide Agile transformations at scale and steer organisations toward business agility — accelerating your career growth and helping you secure high‑impact opportunities in today’s competitive job market.

Our Leading SAFe® 6.0 trainers are certified SAFe® Program Consultants (SPCs) with years of experience in Agile transformation across various industries. They bring practical insights and real-world expertise, having successfully led large-scale SAFe® implementations in organizations of all sizes. Their engaging teaching style ensures a dynamic learning experience, combining theory with hands-on examples to help you effectively scale Agile in your own organization.

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