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Certified Scrum Master

Overview Project professionals earned an average UK salary of £52,500 in 2025, according to the Association for Project Management, showing …

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Overview

Project professionals earned an average UK salary of £52,500 in 2025, according to the Association for Project Management, showing the value placed on effective delivery skills. Yet unclear priorities, rigid processes and delayed feedback can drain time, weaken collaboration and push work off course.

Certified Scrum Master turns these challenges into Level 5 training. Across 46 units, learners study Agile history, Scrum theory, roles, events, artefacts, Sprints, backlogs, estimation, metrics, scaling and PSM I preparation. One-year access offers flexible home study while developing knowledge for planning Sprint work, supporting teams and improving product delivery. 

Completion may support progression towards Scrum Master, Product Owner, Delivery Manager or Agile Project Manager roles, subject to employer requirements. Enrol with Thames College today and advance your Agile career confidently.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

This course builds knowledge of Agile delivery, Scrum accountabilities, events, artefacts, estimation, metrics, scaling methods, team-focused product development and working practices.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

► Explain Agile principles, history, benefits and suitable workplace applications.
► Describe Scrum theory, values, roles, events and artefacts clearly.
► Support Product Owners, Developers and Scrum Masters effectively together.
► Plan Sprints, Daily Scrums, reviews and retrospectives confidently online.
► Apply Agile estimation methods and interpret common delivery metrics.
► Recognise Scrum scaling approaches and PSM I preparation methods.

Who is This Course For?

Certified Scrum Master welcomes learners seeking accessible Agile training for team leadership, product delivery, project management or professional development online.

  • ► Beginners exploring Agile, Scrum and product delivery career pathways.
  • ► Project managers moving from traditional methods towards Agile delivery.
  • ► Team leaders supporting communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • ► Product professionals managing backlogs, goals, requirements, and stakeholders.
  • ► Developers seeking clearer knowledge of Scrum roles and events.
  • ► Career changers considering Scrum Master or delivery management positions.

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the  assessment of this Certified Scrum Master course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the Certified Scrum Master course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 139 GBP within UK
► 149 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

Scrum knowledge may support several UK Agile and product delivery careers. Salaries vary by employer, location, sector and experience, while some positions require further certification.

  • ► Agile Coach — Average UK Salary: £55,000–£100,000 per year
  • ► Senior Scrum Master — Average UK Salary: £60,000–£90,000 per year
  • ► Product Owner — Average UK Salary: £45,000–£80,000 per year
  • ► Scrum Master — Average UK Salary: £45,000–£75,000 per year
  • ► Delivery Manager — Average UK Salary: £40,000–£75,000 per year
  • ► Junior Scrum Master — Average UK Salary: £30,000–£45,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

► Objectives and Targets
► Download: course curriculum in pdf

► Waterfall. Typical challenges
► Agile history and 2001’s Manifesto
► Agile. A different approach
► Agile benefits
► When agile is best applied + success factors
► Download: Agile Vs Waterfall. Overview diagram
► Download: Agile Vs Waterfall side by side by project stage

► 2020 SCRUM GUIDE: WHAT’S NEW!

► BONUS – Full eBOOK of the Course

► Download: the Scrum Guide
► Download: the Scrum Glossary
► Download: Framework Navigator
► Scrum introduction
► Theory and values

► The Scrum Team – Introduction
► Product, Product Goal and Product Owner
► Developers
► The scrum master
► Characteristics of a perfect scrum master

► Introduction
► The Sprint
► Download: Diagram of a typical Sprint (with events, roles, artifacts)
► The sprint planning
► The daily scrum
► The sprint review
► The sprint retrospective

► Product backlog
► Sprint backlog
► Increment and definition of done
► Commitments

► Introduction
► Scrum of scrums
► Nexus framework
► Download: the Nexus Framework poster

► A day in the life of a typical Sprint

► Products, Initiatives, Epics, Features, Stories and Tasks

► Underlying theory, t-shirt sizing, planning poker
► Bucket system, affinity mapping, time unit

► Underlying theory. Velocity
► Sprint burn-down
► Release burn-up, cumulative flow, other metrics

► How to best prepare for PSM I Certification
► PSM I EXAM SIMULATOR #1 and #2 (80+80 HIGH QUALITY QUESTIONS. REAL MODE)

Excellent

4.8 Average - 12 Reviews

★ Reviews
Nathaniel Brooks
The comparison between Waterfall and Agile was very helpful. The PSM I preparation materials also gave the course a focused structure.
Reece Montgomery
The Scrum scaling and team management lessons improved my understanding considerably. The exam simulators were valuable for reviewing key concepts.

Course Curriculum

OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS
Objectives and Targets 00:09:00
Download: course curriculum in pdf 00:05:00
FROM THE TRADITIONAL DEVELOPMENT MODEL TO THE AGILE
Waterfall. Typical challenges 00:05:00
Agile history and 2001’s Manifesto 00:11:00
Agile. A different approach 00:04:00
Agile benefits 00:02:00
When agile is best applied + success factors 00:03:00
Download: Agile Vs Waterfall. Overview diagram 00:01:00
Download: Agile Vs Waterfall side by side by project stage 00:04:00
2020 SCRUM GUIDE: WHAT’S NEW!
2020 SCRUM GUIDE: WHAT’S NEW! 00:22:00
BONUS: FULL EBOOK OF THE COURSE!
BONUS – Full eBOOK of the Course 00:01:00
SCRUM
Download: the Scrum Guide 00:14:00
Download: the Scrum Glossary 00:08:00
Download: Framework Navigator 00:01:00
Scrum introduction 00:12:00
Theory and values 00:08:00
THE SCRUM TEAM
The Scrum Team – Introduction 00:08:00
Product, Product Goal and Product Owner 00:14:00
Developers 00:03:00
The scrum master 00:08:00
Characteristics of a perfect scrum master 00:23:00
SCRUM EVENTS
Introduction 00:03:00
The Sprint 00:06:00
Download: Diagram of a typical Sprint (with events, roles, artifacts) 00:01:00
The sprint planning 00:10:00
The daily scrum 00:04:00
The sprint review 00:06:00
The sprint retrospective 00:05:00
SCRUM ARTIFACTS
Product backlog 00:08:00
Sprint backlog 00:02:00
Increment and definition of done 00:04:00
Commitments 00:04:00
SCALING SCRUM
Introduction 00:02:00
Scrum of scrums 00:02:00
Nexus framework 00:05:00
Download: the Nexus Framework poster 00:01:00
SCRUM IN PRACTICE !
A day in the life of a typical Sprint 00:32:00
AGILE REQUIREMENTS
Products, Initiatives, Epics, Features, Stories and Tasks 00:11:00
ESTIMATION TECHNIQUES
Underlying theory, t-shirt sizing, planning poker 00:09:00
Bucket system, affinity mapping, time unit 00:04:00
AGILE METRICS
Underlying theory. Velocity 00:07:00
Sprint burn-down 00:08:00
Release burn-up, cumulative flow, other metrics 00:06:00
PSM1 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION GUIDELINES, TIPS & TRICKS
How to best prepare for PSM I Certification 00:09:00
PSM1 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION GUIDELINES, TIPS & TRICKS
PSM I EXAM SIMULATOR #1 and #2 (80+80 HIGH QUALITY QUESTIONS. REAL MODE) 00:01:00
Assignment
Assignment – Certified Scrum Master 2 weeks, 1 day

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript  £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript  £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is the Certified Scrum Master course? +

Certified Scrum Master is a Level 5 online course covering Agile principles, Scrum theory, team accountabilities, events, artefacts, estimation, metrics and scaling. Learners receive structured study materials, downloadable resources, assessment activities and flexible online access lasting twelve months after enrolment.

2. Is the Certified Scrum Master course suitable for beginners? +

Yes. This Scrum Master course begins with Waterfall challenges and Agile history before introducing Scrum roles, events, artefacts and practical delivery methods. It suits beginners, project professionals, developers and aspiring Scrum Masters who want structured knowledge through flexible online learning.

3. What will I learn in this Scrum Master course? +

Learners study Agile principles, Scrum values, Product Owners, Developers, Scrum Masters, Sprints, planning, Daily Scrums, reviews and retrospectives. Lessons also cover product backlogs, increments, scaling frameworks, requirements, estimation methods, delivery metrics and guidance for preparing for PSM I assessment effectively.

4. Does this course provide an official Scrum Master certification? +

No. Completing this Thames College course does not award the Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster credential or Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master certification. The curriculum includes PSM I preparation guidance, but official certification requires meeting the relevant organisation’s examination and registration requirements.

5. What jobs can Scrum Master training support? +

Scrum Master training may support progression towards Scrum Master, Junior Scrum Master, Product Owner, Delivery Manager, Agile Project Manager or Agile Coach positions. Employers may also request experience, leadership ability, sector knowledge, technical understanding or recognised professional certification for roles.

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