SAFe® for Architects (ARCH Certification) Training

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.

Exam Information

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Number of Questions: 45
• Passing Score: 71%
• Delivery: Web-based, closed book, no outside assistance, timed
• Access: Practice and certification exams are available in your Scaled Agile Community portal under the course you’re attending.
• Cost: Initial cost is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion.
• Retake Fee: $50; $250 for SPCs
• Retake Policy: First retake may be taken immediately after the first failed attempt. Second retake may be taken 10 days after the first retake. Third retake may be taken 30 days after the second retake. All subsequent retakes require a 30-day wait.