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SAFe® for Architects (ARCH Certification) Training

Course 1831

Duration: 3 days
Exam Voucher: Yes
Language: English
Level: Intermediate

In this Scaled Agile Framework^® (SAFe) ARCH Certification Training, attendees learn to enable continuous value flow by aligning technical strategy with business goals, communicating that strategy to development teams, and applying Agile architecture practices. Attendees can improve collaboration and alignment in a SAFe Lean-Agile enterprise when they become a SAFe® 6.0 Architect. The SAFe® for Architects course prepares System, Solution, and Enterprise Architects to engage across the organization as influential leaders and change agents who collaboratively deliver architectural solutions.

During this three-day course, attendees will explore the roles, responsibilities, and mindset of Agile Architects and appreciate how to align architecture with business value and drive continuous flow to large systems of systems while supporting SAFe program execution.

ARCH Certification Training Delivery Methods

In-Person
Online

ARCH Certification Training Information

Training Benefits

Prepare to pass the exam to validate your skills and expertise and differentiate yourself from other architects as a Certified SAFe® 6.0 Architect.
Earn a Certified SAFe 6.0 Architect digital badge to promote your accomplishment and gain access to global job-market insights tied to available, in-demand positions.
Includes 1-year Scaled Agile Membership (for first time attendees of SAFe courses).
Access to a variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey.
Continue learning and face new challenges with after-course one-on-one instructor coaching.

In this course, you will learn how to:

Discover how to support and enable continuous value flow in the Lean Enterprise.
Understand your critical, strategic role in executing a successful SAFe rollout strategy and Lean-Agile transformation.
Learn how to align architecture with business value to achieve strategic objectives.
Expand your expertise and career path by learning how to lead from a technical perspective.
Discover how to work with the business to understand future goals and ensure consistent support from the technology side of the house.

Training Prerequisites

Those who attend this course should be familiar with Agile principles and practices and must have attended at least one SAFe course before attending this one.

ARCH Certification Training Outline

Module 1: Agile Architecture and SAFe

In this module, you will learn how to:

Identify attributes of Agile Architecture
Explain the SAFe Architect's role and associated responsibilities
Demonstrate collaboration with other Enterprise roles
Architect using SAFe principles

Module 2: DevOps and Release on Demand

In this module, you will learn how to:

Promote a DevOps culture
Demonstrate the flow of value through the CDP
Architect for continuous exploration
Architect for continuous integration
Architect for continuous deployment
Release on Demand

Module 3: Architecture and Business Value

In this module, you will learn how to:

Demonstrate how Strategic Themes, Portfolio Canvas, and Portfolio Vision influence architecture
Use Value Streams to support the business
Demonstrate how ARTs (Agile Release Trains) and Solution Trains deliver value
Align architecture to Enterprise strategy
Evolve the Solution Portfolio
Contribute Enabler Epics to the Portfolio Kanban
Coordinate across Value Streams
Align Solution Vision with Strategic Themes and Solution Context
Contribute to Solution Intent
Manage quality with NFRs and the Lean QMS
Contribute to roadmaps

Module 4: Program Increment (PI) Execution

In this module, you will learn how to:

Prepare for PI Planning
Contribute to PI Planning
Contribute to Management Review and Problem-Solving
Contribute to Solution post-PI planning
Guide architecture and continuous delivery
Prepare for Iteration Reviews and System and Solution Demos
Improve through I&A

Module 5: Leading during a Lean-Agile Transformation

In this module, you will learn how to:

Demonstrate attributes of a Lean-Agile leader
Demonstrate how to lead the transition to Agile architecture during a transformation
Develop an action plan to support the organization's transformation

Get This Course $2,995

3-day instructor-led training course
Instruction Provided by Certified SAFe Program Consultants
Certification exam voucher included
After-course coaching available

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Jul 19 - 21 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

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Aug 16 - 18 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Ottawa or Virtual
Sep 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Oct 18 - 20 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

New York or Virtual
Nov 15 - 17 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Ottawa or Virtual
Dec 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Jan 17 - 19 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

New York or Virtual
Feb 14 - 16 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Ottawa or Virtual
Mar 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Apr 17 - 19 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

New York or Virtual
May 15 - 17 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Ottawa or Virtual

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3-day instructor-led training course
Instruction Provided by Certified SAFe Program Consultants
Certification exam voucher included
After-course coaching available

#1831

Jul 19 - 21 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

New York or Virtual
Aug 16 - 18 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Ottawa or Virtual
Sep 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Oct 18 - 20 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

New York or Virtual
Nov 15 - 17 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Ottawa or Virtual
Dec 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Jan 17 - 19 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

New York or Virtual
Feb 14 - 16 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Ottawa or Virtual
Mar 20 - 22 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Apr 17 - 19 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

New York or Virtual
May 15 - 17 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EDT

Ottawa or Virtual

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ARCH Certification Training FAQs

System, Solution, and Enterprise architects
Architects in supporting technical disciplines
Experienced software developers
Technical managers making architectural decisions
Product leaders collaborating with architects

Completing this course gives you access to the multiple-choice, web-based exam from Scaled Agile and all related study materials as part of your learning plan in the SAFe Community Platform.

The exam is 90 minutes in duration, closed book, with 45 multiple-choice questions. A passing grade on the exam is 71% (32 out of 45 correct).

First-time attendees of SAFe courses get a 1-year Scaled Agile membership with course attendance. For attendees taking their second course or more, membership will not be extended as a result of taking another course. Once your membership expires, you will have a few options to renew your membership to maintain your active certifications. You can check out those options at the SAFe Membership FAQ.

Learners can access their learning plans and exams after the instructor has marked their attendance about halfway through their class. The steps are as follows:

Login to the SAFe Community. If you do not remember your password, click the "Forgot Password" link to receive a reset email.
Select Learn > My Learning from the tabs.
Select "In Progress"
Select the class that you are looking for. You may have multiple In Progress.
The Exam is located at the bottom of the Learning Plan. You are required to complete all required items marked with red asterisks* before you can take the exam.

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