| Certification | Prerequisites | Target Audience | Maintaining Certification (RCUs) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Experience | Education | |||
| SMC™ | Nil | Preferably SDC® certified professional (But not mandatory) | Anyone who is interested in becoming a Scrum Master | Take SMC® Recertification exam every 3 years or earn any SCRUMstudy™ Certification. |
Overview
Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) professionals are facilitators who ensure that the Scrum Team is provided with an environment conducive to completing the project successfully. The Scrum Master guides, facilitates, and teaches Scrum practices to everyone involved in the project; clears impediments for the team; and, ensures that Scrum processes are being followed.
Successful candidates will be awarded the Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) certification by SCRUMstudy™ after passing the certification exam.
Exam Format
- Multiple choice
- 100 questions per exam
- No negative marks for wrong answers
- 120 minutes duration
- Proctored online exam
- Current pass rate: 95%
Audience Profile
This certification is appropriate for anyone who is interested in becoming a Scrum Master.
Prerequisites
There is no formal prerequisite for this certification. However, it is preferable to complete the Scrum Developer Certified (SDC®) certification before applying for the Scrum Master certification. It is also highly recommended to attend a 2-day SMC® classroom training provided by a SCRUMstudy™ approved Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P.)