PSM-I

Demonstrate the ability to apply Scrum effectively by facilitating Scrum events, supporting team collaboration, and enabling the delivery of value through iterative, incremental agile practices.

The Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-1) training and certification exam provide a strong foundation to advance your career in agile delivery and Scrum mastery. By earning the PSM-1 certification, you demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and practical understanding that organizations recognize and trust to apply Scrum effectively—facilitating Scrum events, supporting team collaboration, and enabling consistent value delivery while aligning agile practices with business objectives.

The Exams and recommended training

The Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-1) training course and certification exam provide a strong foundation to advance your career in agile delivery and Scrum mastery. By earning the PSM-1 certification, you demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and practical understanding that organizations recognize and trust to apply Scrum effectively—combining Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts with collaborative practices to support team performance and deliver business value.

 

Possible job roles

Junior Scrum Master / Scrum Team Facilitator – Supports Scrum teams under guidance, helps facilitate Scrum events, removes basic impediments, and ensures the team follows Scrum roles, events, and artifacts.

Scrum Master (Entry-Level / PSM-1) – Applies Scrum principles and practices, facilitates collaboration, coaches the team on Scrum fundamentals, and supports effective sprint execution and value delivery.

Agile Delivery / Team Support Analyst – Assists in tracking team progress, supporting transparency through Scrum artifacts, identifying impediments, and helping teams improve flow and predictability.

Scrum Support Officer (Entry-Level) – Supports day-to-day Scrum operations, coordinates Scrum ceremonies, ensures adherence to Scrum rules, and assists with tools or dashboards to improve visibility, communication, and team performance.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for the PSM-1 (Professional Scrum Master I) certification exam. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic familiarity with Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts, or experience working in agile or Scrum-based team environments before attempting the exam.

Active Status

PSM-1 (Professional Scrum Master I) certification does not require renewal or ongoing maintenance, as Scrum.org certifications are valid for life. However, professionals are encouraged to stay current with evolving Scrum practices, agile principles, and real-world applications to ensure their knowledge remains relevant, effective, and aligned with modern agile and product delivery standards.

Recertification

There are no required continuing education or renewal activities for PSM-1 (Professional Scrum Master I), as Scrum.org certifications are valid for life. However, ongoing learning through Scrum guides, practice, and advanced training is recommended to keep skills current.