How to Pass Scrum.org Assessments

Scrum.org provides well-regarded Scrum certifications due to the relatively difficult certification exams which requires learning, understanding, and living Scrum. Scrum.org is provided by Scrum co-founder Ken Schwaber.

The Certifications

Cert Exam Fee Cert Exam Fee
PSM I $150 PSPO I $200
PSM II $250 PSPO II $250
PSM III $500 PSPO III $500
PSD I $200 PSU I $200
PSK I $200 SPS $250
PAL I $200 PSFS $200
PAL-EBM $200 Total $3,300

Reading

Scrum.org was started by Ken Schwaber, a co-founder of Scrum and co-author of the Scrum Guide. Reading the relevant topics from Scrum.org and ScrumGuides.org can provide ample background knowledge required to pass the assessments.

Free Assessments

Before paying for an taking an exam, it can be useful to take free assessments.

  1. Scrum.org Open Assessments
  2. The Scrum Masster Practice Assessments
  3. Value Insights Free Exams
  4. Scrum School Free Tests

The Scrum Master also has paid test assessments which may be useful.

Classes

Classes can be a great way to become familiar with the material, ask questions, and prepare for the certification exams.

Classes are available from Scrum.org certified Professional Scrum Trainers (PST) as well as on Udemy and other places.