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Certified Agile Facilitator

Bridging Teams and Outcomes

Certified Agile Facilitator
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

27-31 Jan 2025
Dubai
$6,250
17-21 Feb 2025
Istanbul
$6,250
16-20 Jun 2025
London
$6,250
15-19 Sep 2025
Amsterdam
$6,250
20-24 Oct 2025
Dubai
$6,250
01-05 Dec 2025
London
$6,250
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
  • Delegates who fully attend this course, and successfully pass the CAPC assessment, will receive a certificate from Coventry Academy Professional Certification (CAPC)® 

Training Overview

Training Overview

Agile facilitation is vital for cultivating high-performing teams and establishing a collaborative environment where Agile principles can thrive. In a rapidly changing business landscape, teams require direction to navigate complex projects while maintaining a focus on value delivery. An Agile Facilitator is key to linking team dynamics with successful project outcomes by steering processes, eliminating barriers, and ensuring Agile practices are consistently followed.

The Certified Agile Facilitator training course equips participants with essential skills and techniques to excel as Agile Facilitators. This thorough program enables attendees to gain a solid understanding of leading Agile ceremonies, managing team dynamics, and overcoming obstacles to enhance productivity. By honing their facilitation abilities, professionals can keep their teams focused, collaborative, and aligned with organizational goals.

Participants will explore practical strategies for conflict resolution, obstacle removal, and promoting continuous improvement within their teams. The course will also address the tools and metrics that Agile Facilitators can use to monitor team performance and ensure alignment with project objectives. Whether leading a single team or scaling Agile practices across multiple teams, this course will provide the necessary skills to achieve successful outcomes in any Agile environment.

What are the goals?

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the key responsibilities and impact of an Agile Facilitator
  • Learn how to facilitate Agile ceremonies that ensure effective collaboration and value delivery
  • Develop the ability to manage team dynamics and address conflicts within Agile teams
  • Master techniques for identifying and removing obstacles to team success
  • Align team efforts with business goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement
  • Gain skills to apply Agile facilitation at scale in larger teams or organizations

Who is this Training Course for?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches looking to enhance their facilitation skills
  • Project Managers transitioning to Agile methodologies
  • Team Leaders and Managers in Agile environments seeking better team alignment and productivity
  • Agile team members responsible for leading or participating in Agile practices
  • Professionals in roles that require facilitating Agile meetings or guiding team collaboration

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Content

Day One: Understanding Agile Facilitation
  • Introduction to Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) and Their Core Principles
  • The Role of the Agile Facilitator: Fostering Collaboration and Driving Team Success
  • Key Differences Between Agile Facilitation, Coaching, and Leadership
  • Characteristics of an Effective Agile Facilitator: Skills and Mindset
  • Building an Agile Culture and Promoting Agile Values Within Teams
Day Two: Facilitating Core Agile Ceremonies
  • The Daily Stand-Up: Ensuring Team Alignment and Focus
  • Sprint Planning: Guiding Teams in Defining Clear, Achievable Goals
  • Sprint Review: Encouraging Transparency and Continuous Stakeholder Feedback
  • Sprint Retrospectives: Leading Teams Toward Continuous Improvement
  • Product Backlog Refinement: Maintaining a Prioritized Backlog for Success
Day Three: Managing Team Dynamics
  • Understanding the Stages of Team Development in an Agile Context
  • Creating an Environment of Trust and Open Communication
  • Addressing Conflicts and Disagreements in Agile Teams
  • Encouraging Team Collaboration and Accountability
  • Managing Resistance and Facilitating Change Within Teams
Day Four: Overcoming Obstacles and Driving Team Productivity
  • Identifying Common Roadblocks in Agile Teams and Facilitating Solutions
  • Removing Impediments to Ensure Uninterrupted Team Progress
  • Techniques for Improving Team Efficiency and Performance
  • Leveraging Agile Tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello) to Track Progress and Manage Issues
  • Monitoring Team Progress Through Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Day Five: Aligning Teams with Business Goals and Promoting Continuous Improvement
  • Aligning Team Activities and Objectives with Organizational Goals
  • Measuring and Monitoring Success Using Agile Metrics and KPIs
  • Promoting a Culture of Continuous Learning and Improvement
  • Scaling Agile Facilitation for Larger Teams or Distributed Organizations
  • Developing Long-Term Strategies for Maintaining Agile Success
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