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Leading SAFe with SAFe Agilist (SA) certification

Leading SAFe with SAFe Agilist (SA) certification

Become a SAFe Agilist and lead Lean-Agile transformation across your enterprise.

The AI-Empowered SAFe Leading SAFe course equips leaders with the foundational knowledge to lead a Lean-Agile enterprise using the Scaled Agile Framework. Over two days, you will learn to align complex organisations around clear strategic objectives, organise teams around the flow of value, and apply responsible AI prompting techniques built into the curriculum to strengthen your leadership practice.

The course covers the full breadth of the SAFe framework: from Lean-Agile mindset and PI Planning through to Lean Portfolio Management and leading organisational change. Participants develop the skills to connect strategy with execution and drive the conditions for sustained business agility.

After the course, you'll be able to:

  • Apply Lean-Agile mindset, values, and principles to lead enterprise change.
  • Organise teams and Agile Release Trains around the flow of value.
  • Lead and participate in PI Planning events.
  • Establish a Lean Portfolio Management function within your organisation.
  • Use AI prompting techniques to support SAFe Agilist responsibilities.

Participants who attend both days are eligible to sit the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification exam.

Delivered by SAFe Fellows who are also SPCTs and Certified AI-Native Trainers.

 

Become a SAFe Agilist and lead Lean-Agile transformation across your enterprise.

The AI-Empowered SAFe Leading SAFe course equips leaders with the foundational knowledge to lead a Lean-Agile enterprise using the Scaled Agile Framework. Over two days, you will learn to align complex organisations around clear strategic objectives, organise teams around the flow of value, and apply responsible AI prompting techniques built into the curriculum to strengthen your leadership practice.

The course covers the full breadth of the SAFe framework: from Lean-Agile mindset and PI Planning through to Lean Portfolio Management and leading organisational change. Participants develop the skills to connect strategy with execution and drive the conditions for sustained business agility.

After the course, you'll be able to:

  • Apply Lean-Agile mindset, values, and principles to lead enterprise change.
  • Organise teams and Agile Release Trains around the flow of value.
  • Lead and participate in PI Planning events.
  • Establish a Lean Portfolio Management function within your organisation.
  • Use AI prompting techniques to support SAFe Agilist responsibilities.

Participants who attend both days are eligible to sit the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification exam.

Delivered by SAFe Fellows who are also SPCTs and Certified AI-Native Trainers.

 


Register Dates Time Location Trainers Cost(AUD) Sale Ends
Register 02 Mar to 03 Mar 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEDT 		Live Online Em Campbell-Pretty $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 13 Feb
Register 08 Apr to 09 Apr 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Adrienne Wilson $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 24 Mar
Register 14 May to 15 May 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Em Campbell-Pretty $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 29 Apr
Register 09 Jun to 10 Jun 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Em Campbell-Pretty $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 26 May
Register 15 Jul to 16 Jul 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Adrienne Wilson $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 30 Jun
Register 10 Aug to 11 Aug 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Em Campbell-Pretty $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 24 Jul
Register 09 Sep to 10 Sep 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEST 		Live Online Adrienne Wilson $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 25 Aug
Register 20 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 9:00 AM to
6:00 PM AEDT 		Live Online Em Campbell-Pretty $1,395.00
$1,195.00 + GST		 05 Oct
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What Our Clients Say

Leanne Haire Operations & Portfolio Lead, ANZ Banking Group

Being taught by people who have brought SAFe to life is key. The standout feedback from my colleagues was how valuable it was learning from lived experience — and what we achieved afterwards has been amazing.

Tom Wheeler Head of Digital Programmes, Asia Pacific, HSBC Retail Banking and Wealth Management

Great to step back and certify with formal training in leading agile transformations at scale. Excellent delivery from a Melbourne-based team — plus some Australian humour to brighten early starts.

Terry Hunjon National Quality Director at Raytheon Australia

Very informative and directly useful to my role. Complex topics were made simple through practical activities, and the course delivered strong return on investment in both time and fees.

Pamela Warwick Business Transformation Program Lead, Melton City Council

The content and real-world examples were exactly what I needed. I left the course with around 10 actionable items and tools to implement — small refinements that will deliver big impact.

Aaron Hines Program Manager at Crown Resorts

This was my first time in a virtual classroom, and it exceeded expectations. The collaboration tools and organisation were excellent, making the two-day course engaging and fly by.

Ryan Jacka Senior Group Manager PMO at Crown Resorts

“An excellent two days of Leading SAFe training. Thanks to Adrienne Wilson for the wisdom and energy brought to the course — a highly valuable experience.

Why train with Pretty Agile?

Understanding SAFe and leading a real implementation are not the same thing.

Our trainers bring direct implementation experience from enterprise SAFe programmes across Australia and New Zealand. That experience shapes how the course is delivered — with practical insight into the organisational, governance and delivery constraints leaders face when applying SAFe in complex environments.

For organisations continuing beyond certification, Pretty Agile also supports enterprise SAFe implementations as a Scaled Agile Partner.

  • Delivered by SAFe Fellows who are also SPCTs and Certified AI-Native Trainers.
  • Australia's most experienced Scaled Agile Partner.
  • Trained 14,000+ people in SAFe since 2014.
  • 95%+ of scheduled public courses run as planned.

 

Who Should Attend

Leading SAFe is designed for current and aspiring leaders responsible for driving Lean-Agile transformation. The course suits a wide range of roles operating at team, program, and portfolio level.

Typical attendees include executive leaders, directors, managers, program and project managers, product owners and product managers, portfolio managers, PMO and VMO leads, agile coaches, scrum masters, and enterprise architects.

No prior SAFe experience is required. Participants with some background in software development, Agile, or product delivery will find the content immediately applicable.

If you are unsure whether this course is the right starting point, check out our guide to choosing a SAFe certification.

 

What You'll Gain

You'll learn how to:

  • Apply Lean-Agile mindset, values and principles to lead change — aligning leadership behaviours with the way work is actually delivered.
  • Organise around clear objectives and improve visibility of priorities, dependencies and outcomes across teams and programs.
  • Structure cross-functional teams around value streams, reducing handoffs, clarifying ownership and accelerating decision-making.
  • Lead and participate in PI Planning events, including preparation, execution and follow-through.
  • Establish a Lean Portfolio Management function — connecting strategy, funding and governance to execution.
  • Use AI prompting techniques built into the curriculum to support planning, risk identification, stakeholder communication and structured decision-making in your SAFe Agilist role.

  • Adapting and Thriving with SAFe
  • Building a Foundation with Mindset, Values and Principles
  • Team and Technical Agility
  • Agile Product Delivery
  • Lean Portfolio Management
  • Leading the Change

  • Course workbook (physical and digital)
  • SAFe Big Picture and Implementation Roadmap handouts
  • Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification exam
  • One-year membership to SAFe Studio
  • Course certificate of completion
  • E-learning courses to help you prepare for the class
  • A copy of Tribal Unity by Em Campbell-Pretty
  • Pretty Agile swag including a SAFe Agilist laptop sticker
  • Postage of physical materials
Please note: Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to qualify for the exam.

Leading SAFe 6.0 training inclusions

Yes, the course registration fee includes the exam fee for your first attempt.

The instructor provides access to the exam at the end of the class. You will have 30 days to take the exam online via SAFe Studio at a time and place of your choosing. You do not need to schedule the exam in advance.

The SAFe Agilist (SA) study guide is available on the Scaled Agile website. For exam preparation guidance, see our Advice on Taking SAFe Certification Exams (and retaining classroom learning).

 

Public courses are offered online, making them accessible to participants across Australia and internationally. Sessions are delivered live using Zoom, Mural and Slack.

Private in-house courses can be delivered online or in person.

 

Attendees may be eligible for PDUs and SEUs.
To claim PM PDUs, please see the instructions on the Scaled Agile website here.
For SEUs please confirm requirements with Scrum Alliance’s SEU policy here.

The SAFe Agilist (SA) certification is a globally recognised qualification for individuals who complete the Leading SAFe course and pass the associated exam. It demonstrates a foundational understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and the ability to lead Lean-Agile transformations at scale. The certification equips professionals with the skills to apply Lean-Agile principles, align teams with organisational goals, and deliver value more effectively.

 

Leading SAFe is a two-day course focused on understanding and applying the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to lead Agile transformations and drive value delivery. It's ideal for leaders, managers, and team members who want to gain a foundational understanding of SAFe and earn the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification.

Implementing SAFe, on the other hand, is a four-day course designed for change agents. It provides advanced training on launching and coaching Agile Release Trains (ARTs), facilitating organizational change, and driving SAFe adoption. Participants earn the SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) certification, enabling them to lead SAFe implementations across the organisation.

 

Leading SAFe is the training course designed to teach the principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). It is ideal for leaders, managers, and team members who want to understand how to lead a Lean-Agile transformation.

SAFe Agilist (SA) is the certification earned after completing the Leading SAFe course and passing the certification exam. It demonstrates your knowledge of SAFe and your ability to apply its principles to drive organisational agility and deliver value at scale.

In short, Leading SAFe is the course, and SAFe Agilist is the certification you achieve upon completing it.

 

Build on the AI insights introduced in your Leading SAFe course with Pretty Agile's AI-Native training — developed by Scaled Agile to help professionals lead responsible AI adoption.

  • AI-Native Foundations — Ignite your AI fluency and confidence. Learn to use AI tools responsibly, navigate change, and apply practical frameworks that enhance your role. This is the prerequisite for AI-Native Change Agent.
  • AI-Native Change Agent — Translate AI potential into business results. Designed for team leads, product roles, and change agents driving AI initiatives. Learn to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable outcomes.

We are currently offering AI-Native classes in person in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland, with other locations available on request.