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ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) Certification Guide: Syllabus, Eligibility, Exam & Cost

ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) training at Simplilead: live, instructor-led agile certification with hands-on practice, expert trainers and real-world application.

What is the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course?

This ICAgile Systems Coaching course applies systems thinking to coaching, helping coaches see teams as parts of larger organisational systems with feedback loops and structures. It is meant for experienced agile coaches and change agents who want to address root causes behind recurring team problems rather than symptoms.

What is ICAgile Systems Coaching 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-SYS 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 Systems Coaching 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching 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-SYS 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course?

ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:

  • Agile coaches whose team-level fixes keep being undone by organisational constraints
  • Enterprise coaches working with leadership groups on structural change
  • Scrum Masters who spot recurring dysfunction across multiple teams
  • Transformation leads diagnosing why initiatives stall
  • Internal consultants who want a more rigorous way to analyse organisational problems

What are the prerequisites for ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS)?

  • No formal prerequisites; prior agile coaching or Scrum Master experience is recommended

Live instructor-led training

ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS)

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

What will you learn in the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course?

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

  • Explain core systems thinking concepts such as feedback loops, delays and stocks
  • Draw causal loop diagrams to show how problems reinforce themselves over time
  • Identify organisational structures and policies that produce undesirable team behaviour
  • Apply the iceberg model to look beneath events to patterns and mental models
  • Choose coaching interventions that target leverage points within a system
  • Facilitate conversations that help leaders see their role in the system

What is the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) syllabus?

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

  1. Module 1: Systems Thinking Basics

    • Parts, wholes and boundaries
    • Stocks, flows and feedback loops
    • Delays and unintended consequences
    • Why linear thinking falls short
  2. Module 2: Seeing Patterns

    • The iceberg model
    • Reinforcing and balancing loops
    • Common system archetypes
    • Mental models and assumptions
  3. Module 3: Modelling Problems

    • Causal loop diagrams
    • Mapping organisational structures
    • Value stream and dependency views
    • Testing models with stakeholders
  4. Module 4: Organisational Dynamics

    • Policies, incentives and behaviour
    • Power, culture and informal networks
    • Team boundaries and interfaces
    • Impact of structure on delivery
  5. Module 5: Coaching the System

    • Systemic coaching questions
    • Finding leverage points
    • Designing small system experiments
    • Working with leaders on structural change
  6. Module 6: Sustaining Systemic Change

    • Measuring system-level effects
    • Avoiding quick-fix traps
    • Building shared understanding
    • Reflecting on coaching practice

How do you get certified after the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course cost?

ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) training delivered?

The ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.

Can I take the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course online?

Yes. The ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) certification.

Who should attend the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) course?

The ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.

What are the prerequisites for the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) certification?

You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the ICAgile Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS) 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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS)?

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 Systems Coaching (ICP-SYS)

2 Days | Live ClassesExam fee included

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