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ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) Certification Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Exam & Cost

ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training at Simplilead: live, instructor-led agile certification with hands-on practice, expert trainers and real-world application.

What is the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course?

This ICAgile Foundations of AI course introduces core artificial intelligence concepts, including machine learning and generative AI, and shows how they affect agile teams and product work. It is aimed at agile practitioners and business roles who need working literacy to discuss AI sensibly, spot opportunities and manage its risks.

What is ICAgile Foundations of AI training about?

This course gives you a clear, structured path through how agile values and the Scrum framework help teams deliver value early, inspect and adapt, and improve continuously. You will learn the underlying principles, when and why to apply them, and how to avoid the mistakes teams make in practice. Sessions are interactive and discussion-led, so you build understanding you can defend on the job — not just exam recall.

Key highlights of the ICP-FAI course

  • Live, instructor-led training delivered by experienced practitioners
  • Hands-on activities, real-world examples and case discussions in every session
  • Practical focus on applying ICAgile Foundations of AI in your own role and organisation
  • Downloadable course materials and reference guides to keep
  • Small-group format with room for your specific questions
  • Certificate of participation from Simplilead, plus guidance toward certification

Skills you will gain

The ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) program is built around the capabilities that matter in agile and Scrum:

  • Facilitating effective Scrum events and team conversations
  • Building and ordering a healthy backlog
  • Coaching a self-organising, high-performing team
  • Removing impediments and protecting team focus
  • Measuring flow and delivering value incrementally
  • Fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Who should attend?

This ICAgile Foundations of AI course is ideal for Scrum Masters, product owners, developers, project managers and team leads adopting agile ways of working. There are no rigid prerequisites — just an interest in doing the work well and a willingness to take part in the hands-on sessions.

Why train with Simplilead?

We focus on outcomes, not slideware. Expert trainers, practice-led sessions and ongoing learner support mean you finish the ICP-FAI training able to lead agile teams that ship valuable work predictably and keep getting better — with a credential that signals real capability to employers.

The programme runs for 2 days of live, instructor-led training and leads to a credential awarded by ICAgile (International Consortium for Agile). Certification is awarded on course completion — there is no separate exam.

Who should take the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course?

ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:

  • Scrum Masters and agile coaches asked how AI changes team practices
  • Product Owners considering AI-enabled features and needing the right questions to ask
  • Business analysts who want to use AI tools responsibly in requirements work
  • Managers who must set sensible guidelines for AI use in their teams
  • Agile practitioners with no data science background who want AI literacy

What are the prerequisites for ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI)?

  • No formal prerequisites; no technical or programming background is needed

Live instructor-led training

ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI)

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

What will you learn in the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course?

By the end of the training you will be able to:

  • Define artificial intelligence, machine learning and generative AI in plain language
  • Distinguish supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning with practical examples
  • Recognise typical uses of AI assistants within agile planning and delivery work
  • Assess risks such as bias, hallucination, privacy and intellectual property exposure
  • Write effective prompts and judge the quality of generated output
  • Frame AI-related product ideas as small experiments with measurable outcomes

What is the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) syllabus?

The curriculum is delivered over 2 days and covers 6 modules:

  1. Module 1: What Is Artificial Intelligence

    • History and definitions of AI
    • Narrow versus general intelligence
    • AI, machine learning and deep learning
    • Common misconceptions about AI
  2. Module 2: How Machine Learning Works

    • Training data and models
    • Supervised and unsupervised learning
    • Reinforcement learning overview
    • Model evaluation and limitations
  3. Module 3: Generative AI and Language Models

    • Large language models explained simply
    • Prompt design and iteration
    • Strengths and weaknesses of generated output
    • Verifying and refining AI responses
  4. Module 4: AI in Agile Work

    • AI support for backlog and story writing
    • AI in testing and code assistance
    • Impact on roles and team collaboration
    • Keeping humans accountable for decisions
  5. Module 5: Risk, Ethics and Governance

    • Bias and fairness concerns
    • Data privacy and confidentiality
    • Intellectual property considerations
    • Responsible AI usage policies
  6. Module 6: Adopting AI Through Experiments

    • Identifying promising AI use cases
    • Hypotheses and success measures
    • Small pilots and feedback loops
    • Planning next steps for your team

How do you get certified after the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course?

The credential is awarded by ICAgile (International Consortium for Agile) on completion of the accredited course — there is no separate exam to book, and certification is included with this course.

FormatNo exam — certification is awarded on active participation and completion of in-class assessments set by the accredited training provider
Certification validityLifetime
RenewalNo renewal fees or continuing education requirements

How much does the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course cost?

ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training with SimpliLEAD is priced from US$695, inclusive of the certification exam fee. Pricing covers 2 days of live training, courseware and post-class support. The course page shows the same price converted into your local currency, along with current schedules and offers. Payment is charged in US dollars.

Frequently asked questions

How is the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training delivered?

The ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) certification training is delivered as live, instructor-led online classes over 2 days, in small interactive batches with hands-on exercises and real-world examples. You also get session recordings, courseware, and post-class support. Weekday and weekend ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.

Can I take the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course online?

Yes. The ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) certification training is available as live online classes you can join from anywhere, alongside classroom batches in select locations. Both formats cover the same syllabus and prepare you for the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) certification.

Who should attend the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) course?

The ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.

What are the prerequisites for the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) certification?

You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI) training — our trainers take you from fundamentals to applied skills.

Who awards this certification?

The certification is issued by ICAgile (International Consortium for Agile). The course is delivered by Simplilead's ICAgile-authorised instructors.

Is there an exam?

No. ICAgile certifications are earned through full attendance and active participation in the 2 days of learning — there is no separate exam to sit.

Does the certification expire?

No. ICAgile certifications do not expire and require no renewal fees, so the credential remains valid once you've earned it.

How does this fit the ICAgile learning roadmap?

It sits on ICAgile's learning tracks and can be combined with related certifications to progress toward expert-level designations. We'll help you plan the next step.

Do you offer group or corporate training for ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI)?

Yes. We run private cohorts for teams with tailored scheduling, and offer group discounts for three or more participants. Contact us for a corporate/in-house quote.

What is your rescheduling and refund policy?

You can reschedule to a later batch at no extra cost with advance notice. Refunds are handled per our published cancellation policy — reach out to support and we'll help you switch dates or process a refund.

Live instructor-led training

ICAgile Foundations of AI (ICP-FAI)

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

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