Micro-credentials
Scrum Alliance micro-credentials are short, focused courses which are designed to be completed in just a few hours. Each micro-credential builds practical agile and scrum skills you can apply immediately, whether you’re new to agile or looking to extend your expertise into specific areas like AI, HR, marketing, or coaching.
Building on What You Already Know
Sometimes, you want to sharpen one part of your agile practice, refresh the basics before a new project, or explore how Scrum thinking applies outside a traditional software team.
That’s where Scrum Alliance micro-credentials can be a good fit. They’re made for people who want targeted professional development without committing to a full-length training course.
They’re useful when you want to:
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Build confidence in a focused area
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Close a specific knowledge gap
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Add a recognised digital badge to your profile
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Support an existing Scrum Alliance certification
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Introduce agile thinking to people outside technical roles
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Learn something practical without stepping away from work for long
Available Scrum Alliance Micro-Credentials
Agile Essentials
Agile Essentials is a great starting point if you want to understand agile properly. It suits people who need to work with agile teams, support agile projects, or apply agile thinking in roles where the work isn’t purely technical.
This can include:
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Business analysts
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Project professionals
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Service delivery teams
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Marketing and HR professionals
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Operations teams
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People working with product or technology teams
Scrum Essentials
Scrum Essentials is focused on the Scrum framework itself. It’s best for those who want to understand how Scrum teams are structured, what each accountability involves, and how the framework helps teams deliver value in shorter cycles.
This is a good choice if you want to get clearer on:
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Scrum roles and accountabilities
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Events, artefacts, and commitments
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How Scrum teams plan and inspect work
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What “done” and “value” mean in practice
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How Scrum supports focus, feedback, and adaptability
Who Are Micro-Credentials For?
Scrum Alliance micro-credentials are useful for anyone working in or alongside agile teams who wants to connect agile ideas to real workplace situations.
They’re well suited to:
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Agile practitioners
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Scrum Masters
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Product owners and product team members
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Team leads
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Delivery managers
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Agile coaches
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Business analysts
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Project managers
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HR, marketing, operations, and service professionals using agile ways of working
They can also complement existing Scrum Alliance certifications if you want to keep building your skills without repeating content you already know.
Helpful Agile Resources
Not sure where to start?
If you’re not sure which micro-credential fits best, we can help. Browse through the available options or contact ITSM Hub if you’d like help choosing the right starting point.
FAQs
What is a Scrum Alliance micro-credential?
A Scrum Alliance micro-credential is a short course focused on one agile or Scrum topic, helping you build a specific skill or area of knowledge quickly.
How long does a micro-credential take to complete?
Most are designed to be completed in a few hours, which makes them easier to fit around other commitments.
Are micro-credentials the same as certifications?
No. Scrum Alliance certifications are usually tied to a full role-based pathway. Micro-credentials are shorter and better suited to targeted upskilling.
Who are micro-credentials designed for?
They’re designed for agile practitioners, team leads, coaches, Scrum team members, and professionals in non-technical roles who want to use agile thinking in their work.
Do I need prior agile or Scrum experience to enrol?
It depends on the micro-credential. Some are suitable for beginners; others are more useful if you already understand the basics of agile or Scrum.
Are Scrum Alliance micro-credentials recognised internationally?
Yes. They’re issued by Scrum Alliance, a well-known international body in agile education and Scrum Alliance training.
Can I do a micro-credential if I already hold a Scrum Alliance certification?
Yes. Micro-credentials are a great way to build on an existing certification and show continued professional development in a focused area.
What is the difference between Agile Essentials and Scrum Essentials?
Agile Essentials covers agile principles and ways of working. Scrum Essentials focuses more directly on the Scrum framework, including roles, events, and artefacts.
Which micro-credential should I start with?
Choose Agile Essentials if you want the wider agile foundation. Choose Scrum Essentials if you specifically want to understand how Scrum works in practice.
How are micro-credentials delivered?
They’re delivered online, so you can complete them from wherever you are and fit the learning around your schedule.
Will I receive a digital badge upon completion?
Yes, you’ll receive a digital badge once you successfully complete the micro-credential.
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