SAFe® Release Train Enginer
Course Package
Exam Voucher by Scaled Agile
Official Training Material from Scaled Agile
Official SAFe RTE E-Book
Highly Experienced & Accredited Instructor
Live Instructor-Led Sessions
Real Life Examples & Case Studies
K-Prime Warranty
Target audience
The SAFe® RTE course caters to specific audiences based on their roles within an organization. Here are the target audiences summarized:
- Agile Professionals: Existing agile professionals, including Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, Program Managers, and Project Managers, who want to advance their careers as Release Train Engineers.
- Leaders and Managers: Individuals working in leadership or management roles within a SAFe environment, aiming to enhance their knowledge and ability to deliver value consistently.
In essence, SAFe® RTE is designed for those who want to scale their career to deliver large solutions in Agile deliveries
Pre-requisites
- No prerequisites to attend the training
- Familiarity with Agile principles is recommended
- Prior SAFe certification is advantageous
Exam and Certification information :
Duration : 120 minutes
Number of Questions : 60
Passing Score : 78%
Delivery : Web-based, closed book, no outside assistance
Access: Learning Plan (after course completion)
Cost : First attempt is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion
Retake Fee : $50
Retake Policy :
- First retake - May be taken immediately after the first failed attempt.
- Second retake - May be taken 10 days after the first retake.
- Third retake - May be taken 30 days after the second retake.
- All subsequent retakes require a 30-day wait.
SAFe® Release Train Enginer Certification Journey
SAFe® Release Train Enginer Learning objectives
The SAFe® Release Train Engineer course equips participants with the knowledge and tools to drive a successful RTE within their organizations.
1. Exploring the RTE Role and Responsibilities
- Connect the RTE role to SAFe.
- Examine the responsibilities of the RTE role.
- Identify effective RTE behaviors.
2. Applying SAFe® Principles
- Explore the SAFe Principles
3. Organizing the ART
- Identify the characteristics of an effective ART organization.
- Examine key ART roles and responsibilities.
- Identify the responsibilities of the System Team
4. Planning a PI
- Identify preparation activities for the PI Planning event.
- Facilitate Day 1 activities for the PI Planning event.
- Facilitate final PI plan development and commitment.
- Explore facilitation of PI Planning across multiple locations.
5. Executing a PI
- Using events to keep the ART on track
- Executing the PI with Built-in Quality
- Visualizing and measuring the flow of value
- Prioritizing time to innovate and plan
- Building a Continuous Delivery Pipeline with DevOps
6. Fostering Relentless Improvement
- Explore the three components of an Inspect & Adapt event
- Measure and Grow the ART
- Systems Thinking and Value Stream Mapping
- Optimizing flow
7. Serving the ART
- Explore the characteristics of a servant leader
- Evolving group dynamics
- Examine coaching techniques
- Explore group facilitation techniques
- Identify the steps to create an ART with a one-team culture
8. Continuing Your Learning Journey
- Create a personal RTE action plan
- Create an ART Improvement Roadmap
- Commit to the plans
9. SAFe Agilist Certification
- Prepare for the SAFe Agilist certification exam.
- Gain recognition as a SAFe RTE and contribute to organizational success.
In the SAFe® RTE course, you’ll learn to execute SAFe and continuously improve PI Planning and other vital SAFe events. You’ll discover how to coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in new processes and mindsets. And you’ll get the guidance and tools you need to work effectively in remote environments with distributed teams.
Course Outline
- Exploring the RTE Role and Responsibilities: 1h 50min
- Applying SAFe Principles: 1h 04min
- Organizing the ART: 1h 27min
- Planning a PI: 3h 44min
- Executing a PI: 3h 57min
Frequently Asked Questions.
The SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification is a professional credential offered by Scaled Agile, Inc. It validates your expertise in performing the RTE role within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®), which helps organizations scale Agile and Lean practices across the enterprise. An RTE is responsible for facilitating and coordinating the Agile Release Train (ART)—a team of Agile teams aligned to deliver continuous value within a value stream. To earn the certification, candidates must complete the official SAFe RTE training, pass a certification exam, and typically have relevant Agile experience. This certification demonstrates your ability to lead ARTs and drive successful SAFe implementation at scale.
In the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe), RTE stands for Release Train Engineer. The RTE is a key leadership role responsible for facilitating the Agile Release Train (ART)—a team of Agile teams working together to deliver value across the enterprise. The RTE ensures alignment, coordination, and smooth execution of Program Increments (PIs) and other SAFe practices.
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