Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®)

Premium Scrum Trainer Certification (U.S. & Canada)

Delivered by Edunx Learning

 

Quick Reference Card

 

Body	Scrum Alliance
Category	Agile
Sub-Category	Trainer / Educator
Level	Master
Status	Active
Delivery Method	Application + community endorsement + Scrum Alliance review
Exam Format	No exam — application + community evidence + Scrum Alliance review
Course + Exam Cost (US)	Application fee ~$2,500 USD + annual fee
PDU Renewal	Annual maintenance + ongoing teaching delivery
Validity	Annual renewal

 

Certified Scrum Trainers Are the Highest-Tier Agile Educators

In the U.S. and Canadian job markets, it’s common to see:

• Independent CSTs bill $5,000 – $25,000 per CSM/CSPO course
• Top CSTs run profitable training businesses with $400K–$1M+ annual revenue
• Sub-300 active CSTs globally — extreme scarcity

What creates the salary gap?

• CST is the only credential allowing you to deliver official Scrum Alliance CSM/CSPO/CSD training.
• Application is rigorous — community endorsement + portfolio review.
• Most CSTs run independent training and consulting practices.

 

This Is Premium Training — Not ‘Costly Training’

Edunx Learning is not a low-cost provider — and that is intentional.

Cheap programs sell content. Premium programs deliver outcomes.

Premium training saves time, avoids mistakes, and reduces career risk — so you get certified and move into higher-value roles faster.

 

What Is CST® and Why It Is the Master Trainer Credential

Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®) is Scrum Alliance’s master credential authorizing you to deliver official CSM, CSPO, and CSD courses.

It requires extensive teaching experience, community endorsement, a training portfolio, and Scrum Alliance review.

Translation: CST is the credential that lets you train others — and one of the most lucrative agile credentials available.

 

Why This Credential Matters

• Standardization: Scrum Alliance master trainer credential.
• Credibility: extreme scarcity — sub-300 active trainers globally.
• Career Ceiling: enables independent training business.
• S. Market Fit: every CSM/CSPO course must be CST-led.

 

Who Provides This Certification

CST® is issued by Scrum Alliance. Edunx Learning provides 1:1 mentorship for application, portfolio, and community endorsement strategy.

 

Why Employers Demand This Credential (USA & Canada)

• Independent CSTs operate profitable training businesses across U.S. and Canada.
• Consulting firms and training companies hire CSTs for course delivery.
• CST status is a permanent career asset.

 

The Truth About the Job Market (USA & Canada)

Many candidates say the market is low. The accurate truth: the market is not low — it is filtered.

Recruiters use ATS filters. Certifications affect shortlisting. Strong experience without standardized proof often gets ignored. That is why credentialed professionals move faster into better pay bands.

 

Our Belief & Mission

“Great professionals are made through guided learning, not guesswork.”

Our mission: Personalized guidance. Transparent process management. Career-focused training. So you achieve certification with confidence.

 

Program Fee & Flexible Payment Options

Total Program Fee: $7,995 USD

⚠️ Edunx Learning provides 12-month mentorship and application coaching. Scrum Alliance fees are paid directly.

Payment Options:

• Option 1: $1,995 to enroll + $6,000 staged across 12 months
• Option 2: PayPal Pay Later — pay over 12 months (0% interest for eligible users)

 

Why Professionals Trust Edunx Learning

Edunx LLC is a U.S.-registered education and consulting firm based in Austin, Texas, serving clients across the U.S., Canada, and worldwide.

We have guided 5,000+ professionals from companies such as Amazon, Accenture, Deloitte, Capgemini, and Wells Fargo in achieving global certifications and advancing their careers.

We also collaborate with global training partners including Simplilearn, Edureka, and KnowledgeHut.

Our vision: To make global certification journeys effortless, ethical, and impactful.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is CST hard to get?

A: Yes — one of the most rigorous credentials in agile. Sub-300 active globally.

Q: Do I need to teach already?

A: Yes — extensive teaching experience is expected.

Q: How long does the application take?

A: Typically 12–24 months from preparation to award.

Q: Can I make a living as a CST?

A: Yes — most CSTs run independent training businesses.

Q: Does the program include Scrum Alliance fees?

A: Edunx Learning provides mentorship. Scrum Alliance application and annual fees are paid directly.

 

Final Call to Action

If you want stability, premium career growth, leadership credibility, and a guided, stress-free certification journey — this is your next step.

✅ Book your CST application consultation with Edunx Learning