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Atlassian Certified Associate - Jira Software Essentials Exam Details
Outline
About the credential
Jira Software Essentials is for users who want to power their career growth by proving they know the essentials that will allow them to work collaboratively and efficiently, including:
Performing needed user tasks including working with issues and boards
Navigating in Jira Software
Understanding Jira Software and agile concepts
This certification is intended for Jira Software Users in roles such as:
Software developer
Software engineer
Development lead
Quality assurance analyst
Localization engineer
Documentation specialist
Scrum master
The Jira Software Essentials certification validates the ability to:
Navigate in Jira Software
Create, manage, and delete issues
Work efficiently in both scrum and kanban boards
Update personal settings to maximize efficiency
Training Credits: We're working on making this certification available to purchase with training credits as soon as possible.
Topics covered
Basic Concepts - 28%
Jira Navigation - 16%
Working with Issues - 44%
Issue Lifecycle, Workflow, and Boards - 12%
Exam specifics
Price: $100
Passing score: 72%
Exam time: 60 minutes
Questions: 25
Delivery options: Proctored online or in-person
Recommended Experience and Training
Atlassian recommends a mixture of hands-on experience using Jira Software, review of technical documentation, self-study, and our free on-demand or live team training options.
Free On-Demand Training
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Prepare for the Jira Software Essentials certification
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Live Team Training
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Jira Essentials with Agile Mindset Live Team Training
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Exam scheduling and preparation
Review how to schedule and take an exam.
Schedule your exam in the Certification Portal.
Review information on how to prepare your environment for the exam and what test aides are permitted
Mark your calendar, get plenty of rest, and do your best!
Certification Maintenance
Atlassian certifications are valid for 24 months. To see a full list of credentials that extend certifications, review how to Maintain Your Certification.
Contact Us
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Ready to take your exam?
Training Credits: We're working on making this certification available to purchase with training credits as soon as possible.