Certified SAFe® Government Practitioner (SGP)

Part 1: Pioneering Lean-Agile in Government Settings
Part 2: Adopting the Lean-Agile Mindset
Part 3: Grasping SAFe Principles
Part 4: Building High-Performing Agile Teams and Programs
Part 5: Strategic Planning with Cadence and Synchronization
Part 6: Achieving Value Delivery in Program Increments
Part 7: Charting the Course for Agency and Program Agility
Part 8: Directing Effective Change
Part 9: Implementing Action Steps

• Shifting Government Programs to Lean-Agile and DevOps: Implement SAFe to transition from traditional development models to a more dynamic Lean-Agile and DevOps approach.
• Aligning Technology Strategies with Government Guidelines: Modify technology strategies, including budgeting, forecasting, acquisition, compliance, and governance, to embrace flow-based practices under new government guidelines.
• Structuring Programs for Agile Delivery: Organize government programs into Agile Release Trains (ARTs) for execution in Program Increments (PIs).
• Coordinating Solutions in Government and Multi-Vendor Contexts: Explore strategies for coordinating large solutions within government frameworks involving multiple vendors.
• Cultivating a Lean-Agile Leadership Mindset: Foster the mindset and behaviors critical for a successful Lean-Agile transformation in a governmental setting.
• Adapting SAFe for Government Use: Apply tailored success patterns for implementing SAFe in a government context.
• Planning for SAFe Implementation: Develop an initial plan for starting or advancing the SAFe implementation in your specific government program or agency.

This course is tailored for leaders and key practitioners in government and public sector organizations who are exploring, planning, or championing the adoption of Lean-Agile and DevOps methodologies using SAFe. It is particularly suited for:

• Senior Executives, Directors, and Branch Chiefs
• Managers overseeing development, engineering, quality assurance, architecture, operations, and support functions
• Program and Project Managers
• Personnel within the Program/Project Management Office (PMO)

Achieving the status of a Certified SAFe 5 Government Practitioner is a significant milestone in the career of servant leaders, encompassing a diverse skill set. The certification includes several benefits:

• A PDF certificate indicating your status as a SAFe 5 Certified Government Practitioner
• A digital badge representing your SAFe 5 Government Practitioner certification, suitable for online promotion
• A one-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform, offering access to a specialized Community of Practice for SAFe Government Practitioners
• Opportunities to join Meetup groups and participate in events designed for SAFe Certified Professionals
• Access to an array of learning materials to assist you on your ongoing SAFe journey.

Upon completing this course, participants will gain access to the examination and all related study materials as part of their Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform.

• Exam Name: SAFe® 5 Government Practitioner Exam
• Exam Format: Multiple choice (single answer) or multiple select (2-3 answers)
• Delivery Method: Web-based, single-browser, closed book, no external assistance, timed
• Access to Exam: Available within the SAFe Community Platform after completing the SAFe® Government course
• Duration: 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete once started
• Number of Questions: 45
• Passing Score: 33 out of 45 (73%)
• Language: English
• Exam Fee: Included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days post-course. Subsequent retakes are $50 each.
• Retake Policy: Immediate second attempt possible. A 10-day waiting period is required for the third attempt, and a 30-day wait for the fourth.