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Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) Certification Training

CertOcean's Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) training is a live, instructor-led online course that prepares you for the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification exam. You learn in 14 live sessions (24 hours in total) with an expert instructor and work through 10 curriculum modules.

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Course overview

About the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) training

What is PSM I training? It is a course about mastering the Scrum framework: planning product delivery, understanding how to work with people and teams, and mastering the Scrum Master's role as a servant leader. You build the thinking to bring about real change in people and teams, and the knowledge to guide decisions when work gets complex. Professional Scrum Master I is a certification from Scrum.org that you earn by passing the PSM I assessment, and it validates your expertise as a Scrum professional.

What you'll learn in this course

  • Understand Scrum theory, values and empirical process control
  • Apply the Scrum framework, including events, roles and artifacts
  • Understand the accountabilities of the Product Owner, Scrum Master and Developers
  • Use the Definition of Done and acceptance criteria
  • Coach teams and handle organizational challenges as a Scrum Master
  • Prepare for the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment

What is Professional Scrum Master I training?

Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) training is a two-day course that teaches you to be an effective Scrum Master who coaches a team toward greater efficiency and effectiveness. It combines instruction with team-based exercises, and challenges you to think in terms of Scrum principles so you know what to do when you return to work. The course prepares you for the globally recognized PSM I assessment from Scrum.org.

Curriculum

Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) course syllabus

10 modules · 24 hours of live training

Scrum Theory and Principles

Learning objective: Learn empirical process control, Scrum's rules and values, and the theory behind them. Why does Scrum work, what are its foundations, and how does it differ from traditional software development?

The Scrum Framework

Learning objective: See how Scrum theory is put into practice through time-boxed events, accountabilities and artifacts, why the framework is built the way it is, and how a Scrum Master uses it to control risk and create maximum value.

Scrum Accountabilities: Product Owner, Scrum Master and Developers 1 topics
  • Learn the accountabilities, responsibilities and skills of each role in the Scrum Team, and how they work together to build products using empiricism.
The Definition of Done and Acceptance Criteria 1 topics
  • What does "Done" mean in Scrum and why does it matter? Discuss technical debt, and practice defining a Definition of Done for an Increment in a workshop.
Product Delivery with Scrum

Learning objective: Learn by doing. You work in small groups like real Scrum Teams on a live project, take on roles, create artifacts for transparency and use events for inspection and adaptation.

Working with People and Teams 1 topics
  • Scrum only works when the organization solves people and team problems. Group discussions explore the challenges most organizations face when they adopt Scrum.
Working with Organizational Challenges 1 topics
  • Why is change hard, and what makes it real? Learn the organizational changes needed to see the benefits of Scrum.
The Role of the Scrum Master 1 topics
  • An empowered Scrum Master can bring positive change, but only with a pragmatic approach. Learn how to act as a servant leader and change agent.
Essential Elements of an Agile Way of Working

Learning objective: Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of working in an Agile way, discuss models for organizational agility and how to adopt them, and focus on owning a roadmap for agility rather than renting processes.

Tools to Manage Product Development with Scrum 1 topics
  • Get an overview of popular tools such as Jira, Trello and Azure DevOps, and learn how and when to use them with Scrum.

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Earn your Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certificate

  • Certificate of completionIssued by CertOcean when you finish the training and assignments.
  • Official Scrum.org certificationAwarded by Scrum.org when you pass the exam. The course is built to get you there.
  • Show it to employersAdd it to your LinkedIn profile and resume.
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Learner reviews

Why learners choose CertOcean

Rated Excellent · 4.9 out of 5 on Trustpilot
The training curriculum was great. CertOcean provided me everything required to obtain my CISM. They're excellent!
Laxmi Haya Vadan KaramcheduUnited States · CISMVerified
Very resourceful company, I passed my PMP exam at first attempt, highly recommended.
IjeomaCanada · PMPVerified
Great training support! Helped me pass several certifications.
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FAQ

Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) course FAQs

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How long is the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) course, and when does it start?

The course runs for 24 hours of live, instructor-led online training across 14 sessions. Weekend and weekday batches are available, and the next batch starts on Monday, October 26, 2026.

How do you become a Professional Scrum Master?

You become a Professional Scrum Master I by passing Scrum.org's PSM I assessment. Training is optional but strongly recommended. The assessment has 80 questions, lasts 60 minutes, and you need 85% to pass.

What jobs can a Professional Scrum Master get?

Besides working as a Scrum Master and mentoring other teams, PSM I holders often move into roles such as:

  • Agile coach
  • Agile consultant
  • IT consultant
  • Transformation lead
  • Change agent
Why get the Professional Scrum Master certification?
  • It is an industry-recognized credential from Scrum.org.
  • It shows employers you understand Scrum in depth.
  • It qualifies you for projects that need Scrum knowledge.
  • It helps you market your skills and negotiate better pay and benefits.
Is the PSM I assessment password included in the course fee?

Yes. Your course fee includes one PSM I assessment password from Scrum.org. You take the assessment online at Scrum.org whenever you are ready, because the password does not expire.

Does the PSM I certification need renewal?

No. The Professional Scrum Master I certification does not expire and needs no renewal fee.

Can I earn PDUs from PSM I training?

Yes. Professional Development Units (PDUs) are issued under the Project Management Institute (PMI) continuing education program. You can claim up to 16 PDUs for the 16 hours of this two-day training.

Will I get a certificate after the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) training?

Yes. You receive a CertOcean certificate of completion when you finish the training. The official Scrum.org certification is awarded by Scrum.org when you pass the exam, and this course prepares you for it.

What if I don't pass the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) exam?

Your enrollment is covered by CertOcean's pass or full refund guarantee. If you don't clear the exam, you can claim a full refund under the guarantee terms.

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