CMMI V1.2 Appraisers and Instructors
This topic contains information about CMMI version 1.2 for appraisers and instructors.
Contents:
- I am currently an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI Lead Appraiser. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
- I am currently an SEI-Authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
- I am currently an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI B and C Team Leader. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
- How do I register for the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
- Will SEI Authorized SCAMPI Lead Appraisers/Team Leaders be able to conduct CMMI v1.2 appraisals before taking the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training?
- What is the last date a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal can be performed?
- How long will CMMI v1.1 appraisal results be valid?
- Are there any mini-update appraisals to upgrade a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal to a SCAMPI v1.2 appraisal (model or method)?
- What is the last date CMMI Instructors can deliver Introduction to CMMI (v1.1)?
- If a CMMI Instructor, SCAMPI Lead Appraiser, or Team Leader does not upgrade, when do they lose their authorization?
- When and where will CMMI Instructors, SCAMPI Lead Appraisers, or Team Leaders be able to take CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training and the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam?
- How many times can a person take the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam?
- When and where will SCAMPI Lead Appraisers be able to take the Face-to-Face Workshop?
- Are SCAMPI Lead Appraisers required to take the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training and Exam before the Face-to-Face workshop?
- As an SEI-authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor Candidate, SCAMPI Lead Appraiser Candidate, or SCAMPI B and C Team Leader Candidate, how do I upgrade to CMMI v1.2?
- If I am a SCAMPI Lead Appraiser and a CMMI Instructor, which exam should I take with the upgrade to CMMI v1.2?
- If I take CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training and then take CMMI v1.2 Instructor Training or one of the CMMI v1.2 SCAMPI courses, will I then have to take CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors and Lead Appraisers?
- If I become a new SEI-Authorized Instructor for Introduction to CMMI Version 1.2 (and did not upgrade from CMMI v1.1), can I also instruct the Introduction to CMMI (v1.1) course?
- If I become a new SCAMPI v1.2 Lead Appraiser or Team Leader (and did not upgrade from CMMI v1.1), can I also be a Lead Appraiser or Team Leader for a CMMI v1.1 appraisal?
- Can people who have only taken Introduction to CMMI Version 1.2 (not an upgrade from CMMI v1.1) be members of a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal team?
- How long will CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training be available to Instructors, Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
- Can I print the pages of the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
- Can SEI Partners offer the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training course?
I am currently an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI Lead Appraiser. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
To be a Lead Appraiser on SCAMPI v1.2 appraisals, you must already be an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI Lead Appraiser and complete the following requirements:
- take the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders
- successfully complete the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Examination
- attend a SCAMPI v1.2 Lead Appraiser Face-to-Face Meeting
I am currently an SEI-Authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
To be an SEI-Authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor for v1.2 classes, you must already be an SEI-Authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor and must complete the following requirements:
- take the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders
- successfully complete the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Examination
I am currently an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI B and C Team Leader. What are the requirements to upgrade to v1.2?
To be a Team Leader on SCAMPI v1.2 B and C appraisals, you must already be an SEI-Authorized SCAMPI Team Leader and complete the following requirements:
- take the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders
- successfully complete the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Examination
How do I register for the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
The CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders is only available to SEI Authorized Instructors, SCAMPI Lead Appraisers, and SCAMPI B and C Team Leaders. Authorized individuals can register for the course through the Partner Resource Center.
return to topWill SEI Authorized SCAMPI Lead Appraisers/Team Leaders be able to conduct CMMI v1.2 appraisals before taking the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training?
No. SCAMPI Lead Appraisers must complete CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training, pass the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam, and attend the Face-to-Face Workshop before conducting CMMI v1.2 Appraisals. SCAMPI Team Leaders must complete the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training and pass the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam before conducting CMMI v1.2 appraisals.
return to topWhat is the last date a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal can be performed?
SCAMPI v1.1 appraisals cannot have their on-site period begin after August 31, 2007. During the sunset period, appraisals using a mix of the v1.1 and 1.2 CMMI models and SCAMPI appraisal method will be accepted as valid. Any appraisal using either the v1.1 model or the v1.1 method is considered a v1.1 appraisal. Any SCAMPI appraisal, whether v1.1 or v1.2, with its on-site period beginning on or after November 1, 2006, must use the v1.2 ADS.
return to topHow long will CMMI v1.1 appraisal results be valid?
Version 1.1 SCAMPI Class A appraisals will expire August 31, 2007 or three years after their appraisal end date, whichever is later.
return to topAre there any mini-update appraisals to upgrade a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal to a SCAMPI v1.2 appraisal (model or method)?
No. A complete SCAMPI v1.2 appraisal, with the CMMI v1.2 model and SCAMPI v1.2 method, must be completed.
return to topWhat is the last date CMMI Instructors can deliver Introduction to CMMI (v1.1)?
The Introduction to CMMI (v1.1) course will no longer be recognized as a valid course if delivered after December 31, 2006. Beginning in 2007, the Introduction to CMMI Version 1.2 course will be the only Introduction to CMMI course recognized by the SEI.
return to topIf a CMMI Instructor, SCAMPI Lead Appraiser, or Team Leader does not upgrade, when do they lose their authorization?
CMMI Instructors, SCAMPI Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders who do not upgrade will become inactive on the following dates: December 31, 2006 for instructors, and September 1, 2007 for Lead Appraisers and Team Leaders. There will be a six-month grace period to reactivate. After the six-month grace period, they will no longer be SEI-authorized.
return to topWhen and where will CMMI Instructors, SCAMPI Lead Appraisers, or Team Leaders be able to take CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training and the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam?
The course is currently online and self-paced. People can take the course anywhere with an Internet connection and at any time.
The CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Examination will be offered through a variety of delivery methods, which include testing centers, SEI facilities, and scheduled conferences and events. (The test is not available online, however.) See http://www.sei.cmu.edu/activities/certification/cmmiv1.2upgrade.html for a list of locations and more information.
return to topHow many times can a person take the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Exam?
Each participant can take the exam up to a total of three times; however, after failing the exam the second time participants must, at their own expense, attend a remediation training session conducted by the SEI. Only after attending this session can participants take the exam for the third time.
return to topWhen and where will SCAMPI Lead Appraisers be able to take the Face-to-Face Workshop?
Various dates and events for the Face-to-Face Workshop already have been scheduled. For the latest information about scheduled workshops, see http://www.sei.cmu.edu/appraisal-program/appraiser-communications/law-announce.html.
return to topAre SCAMPI Lead Appraisers required to take the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training and Exam before the Face-to-Face workshop?
Yes. Lead Appraisers must complete the training and take the exam before the workshop, but they do not have to pass the exam. If they fail the exam before the workshop, they will be allowed to attend the workshop, but they will have to pass the exam at a later date to complete the upgrade.
return to topAs an SEI-authorized Introduction to CMMI Instructor Candidate, SCAMPI Lead Appraiser Candidate, or SCAMPI B and C Team Leader Candidate, how do I upgrade to CMMI v1.2?
As a candidate who has taken the CMMI Instructor Training (v1.1) or SCAMPI (v1.1) course, you are eligible for the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders and the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Examination. Candidate appraisers also must attend the SCAMPI v1.2 Lead Appraiser Face-to-Face Meeting. After fulfilling these requirements you will be able to complete the authorization process and be authorized to use CMMI v1.2.
As a candidate who has taken Intermediate Concepts of CMMI (v1.1), but will be taking CMMI v1.2 Instructor Training or SCAMPI v1.2 course, you must successfully complete CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training before taking the Instructor Training or SCAMPI Training course.
return to topIf I am a SCAMPI Lead Appraiser and a CMMI Instructor, which exam should I take with the upgrade to CMMI v1.2?
If you are a SCAMPI Lead Appraiser and a CMMI Instructor, register for the Instructor exam because it satisfies both requirements.
return to topIf I take CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training and then take CMMI v1.2 Instructor Training or one of the CMMI v1.2 SCAMPI courses, will I then have to take CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors and Lead Appraisers?
No. The CMMI v1.2 upgrade material specific to instructors and appraisers will be taught in these CMMI v1.2 advanced courses.
return to topIf I become a new SEI-Authorized Instructor for Introduction to CMMI Version 1.2 (and did not upgrade from CMMI v1.1), can I also instruct the Introduction to CMMI (v1.1) course?
No. Because of the differences in the CMMI v1.1 and CMMI v1.2 models, a person who is not authorized to instruct the Introduction to CMMI (v1.1) course cannot teach it.
return to topIf I become a new SCAMPI v1.2 Lead Appraiser or Team Leader (and did not upgrade from CMMI v1.1), can I also be a Lead Appraiser or Team Leader for a CMMI v1.1 appraisal?
No. Because of the differences in the CMMI v1.1 and CMMI v1.2 models and the SCAMPI v1.1 and SCAMPI v1.2 methods, a person who is not a SCAMPI v1.1 Lead Appraiser or Team Leader is not prepared to lead a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal.
return to topCan people who have only taken Introduction to CMMI Version 1.2 (not an upgrade from CMMI v1.1) be members of a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal team?
No. Because of the differences in the CMMI v1.1 and CMMI v1.2 models and the SCAMPI v1.1 and SCAMPI v1.2 methods, a person who has not taken Introduction to CMMI (v1.1) is not prepared to be a member of a SCAMPI v1.1 appraisal.
return to topHow long will CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training be available to Instructors, Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
The CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training will be available to instructors, SCAMPI Leaders Appraisers, and Team Leaders until at least 08/31/2007.
return to topCan I print the pages of the CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders?
Yes. The CMMI Version 1.2 Upgrade Training for Instructors, Lead Appraisers, and Team Leaders includes a PDF download of the entire course that you can print. This download is intended for course attendees only, and you are not permitted to share it with others.
return to topCan SEI Partners offer the CMMI v1.2 Upgrade Training course?
Yes. See http://www.sei.cmu.edu/partners/cmmiupgrade/sept21_announcement.html for more information.
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