PMI Disciplined Agile® Scrum Master (DASM)

RETIRED — Foundational Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (Replaced by DAF in 2026)

Delivered by Edunx Learning (legacy reference)

 

Quick Reference Card

 

Body	Project Management Institute (PMI®) — Disciplined Agile
Category	Agile (Retired)
Sub-Category	Disciplined Agile Scrum Master
Level	Foundational
Status	RETIRED — Last exam date November 30, 2025. Existing holders remain certified.
Delivery Method	Was delivered as 2-day workshop + exam
Exam Format	50 multiple-choice questions, 1 hour
Exam Cost (US)	Was approx. $300 included in workshop bundle
PDU Renewal	Existing holders earn 30 PDUs every 3 years to maintain
Validity	Existing certifications remain valid; new students enroll in DAF

 

 

DASM Holders: Your Credential Is Still Valid — But the Pathway Has Moved

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

• Existing DASM holders maintain market value if their PDUs are current
• New learners should enroll in DAF (Disciplined Agile Foundations) — the 2026 replacement
• Reference this section to understand the change for resumes and interviews

What creates the salary gap?

• PMI retired DASM, DASSM, DAC, and DAVSC effective November 30, 2025.
• New learners now take DAF (Foundations) and DAL (Leadership) instead.
• Edunx Learning supports legacy DASM holders with renewal PDUs and DA-aligned upskilling.

 

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 Was DASM (and What Replaced It)

DASM was PMI’s foundational credential for Scrum Masters using the Disciplined Agile (DA) toolkit. It taught lean and agile principles, the DA toolkit, and how to choose your team’s way of working.

PMI retired DASM (along with DASSM, DAC, and DAVSC) effective November 30, 2025. New learners now enroll in DAF (Disciplined Agile Foundations).

 

Why This Credential Matters

• Historical Context: foundational entry point to PMI’s Disciplined Agile toolkit (2020–2025).
• Credential Status: retired but still recognized for existing holders.
• Renewal Path: PDUs still required to maintain.

 

Who Provides This Certification

DASM was issued by PMI through Authorized Training Partners. Existing holders remain certified and continue earning PDUs to maintain.

Edunx Learning supports legacy DASM holders with continuing education and migration to DAF/DAL.

 

Why Employers Demand This Credential (USA & Canada)

• Existing DASM still recognized — list it on your resume with the ‘Retired’ note.
• For new learners: recommend DAF and DAL instead.

 

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: Renewal mentoring: $399 USD (if applicable)

⚠️ DASM exam window is closed. Existing holders renew via PDUs.

Payment Options:

• Option 1: One-time $399 renewal mentoring
• Option 2: Migrate to DAF / DAL (separate pricing)

 

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 my DASM still valid?

A: Yes. Existing DASM holders remain certified as long as PDUs are current.

Q: Can I still take the DASM exam?

A: No. The last exam date was November 30, 2025.

Q: What should I do as a new learner?

A: Enroll in DAF (Disciplined Agile Foundations).

Q: Does Edunx Learning still support DASM holders?

A: Yes — for renewal PDUs and migration to DAF/DAL.

Q: Will DASM disappear from PMI’s credential registry?

A: No — existing holders remain in the registry as DASM-certified.

 

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 DASM renewal or migration consultation with Edunx Learning