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SAFe® 6 Release Train Engineer (RTE) Course

Become a Highly Valued and Sought-After Release Train Engineer

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Prerequisites for RTE Certification Training

Prerequisites and Eligibility
  • No prerequisites to attend the training
  • Familiarity with Agile principles recommended
  • Prior SAFe certification is advantageous
  • Prior SAFe team experience will be a plus
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  • 300+
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SAFe 6 RTE Training Highlights

The Most Effective SAFe RTE Training

24 Hours of Live Instructor-Led Training

Earn 24 PDUs and 24 SEUs for Continual Learning

Acquire Free 1-Year SAFe Community Membership

Unlock Exam Success with Comprehensive Exam Support

All-Inclusive Learning: Exam Fee Included

Embrace the SAFe Way with Access to the SAFe Studio

With a SAFe Release Train Engineer Certification, you’ll play a critical role in leading an Agile Release Train to deliver value at scale. Navigate through the challenges that come from aligning large development programs and get a solid grasp of scaling Lean practices. Smoothen communication with stakeholders, mitigate risk, and strive for continual improvement.

The SAFe RTE certification is a designation offered by Scaled Agile, Inc. to practitioners who complete a three-day SAFe RTE training by a SPC and demonstrate their understanding by passing the SAFe® Release Train Engineer certification exam.

1. Get 24 Contact Hours with Live, Instructor-Led Online Training: Get SAFe RTE training from industry experts with over a decade of experience in leading Agile Teams.

2. Earn 24 PDUs and 24 SEUs for Continual Learning: As part of our SAFe RTE training, you'll not only acquire valuable knowledge and skills but also earn 24 PDUs (Professional Development Units) and 24 SEUs (Scrum Education Units) to advance your professional development.

3. 1-Year Free SAFe Community Membership: Gain 1-year free access to SAFe Studio and gain access to SAFe resources which can better your learning experience. Join a vibrant community of Agile enthusiasts, practitioners, and experts. Engage in discussions, forums, and events to expand your network and exchange ideas.

4. Free Mock Tests and Exams for Hands-On Practice: Test your knowledge and effectively prepare for the SAFe RTE certification with the help of mock tests and hands-on exercises that were crafted by industry experts to help you ace the exam on your first try.

5. Exam Fee Included, Ensuring a Hassle-free Experience: We provide you with a comprehensive and convenient training experience. By including the exam fee, we aim to make your journey to becoming a certified SAFe Release Train Engineer as smooth and worry-free as possible.

6. Post-Course Career Support: We have designed our post-course career support to help you to thrive and grow in as a leader in scaling Agile long after your training is complete. We're dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and excel in your role as a SAFe Release Train Engineer.

Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®), and SAFe® 6.0 Release Train Engineer are registered trademarks owned by Scaled Agile, Inc. KnowledgeHut is a Gold SPCT Partner of Scaled Agile, Inc.

Demand for  SAFe RTE Certified Professionals

High Demand For SAFe-Certified Professionals
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Globalization, volatile markets and advances in technology make it imperative for organizations to adapt to an Agile transformation, if they need to survive. Over seventy percent of Fortune 100 companies prefer to leverage the SAFe framework from Scaled Agile, Inc on their enterprise-wide transition to Agility.

As a SAFe Release Train Engineer, you will be part of a niche group of SAFe experts who are in demand across top companies. RTEs are sought after for their unique skills in keeping priorities clear, managing stakeholder expectations and aligning teams to value delivery.

Equip yourself with impactful skills, get SAFe RTE certified, and make your mark as an Agile transformation leader!

WHY KNOWLEDGEHUT FOR SAFe RTE CERTIFICATION TRAINING

The KnowledgeHut Advantage

Experiential Workshops

High-energy workshops with activities, real-world simulations, exercises and practical case studies

Elite Panel of SAFe Practice Consultants

Get trained by accredited SPCTs with over a decade of experience across industries around the world.

Mentorship by Industry Experts

Acquire real-world tips, proven strategies and practical insights from seasoned industry experts.

Join the Largest SAFe Network

1-year free SAFe Community Platform membership - your gateway to the largest Scaled Agile communities.

Continual Learning Support

Webinars, e-books, tutorials, articles, and interview questions - we're right by you in your learning journey!

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We're a Global Top 10 Scaled Agile Gold SPCT partner. 12K+ SAFe career transformations facilitated!

SAFe 6 RTE COURSE FEE

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Lindy Quick
SAFe Practice Head - Global
An experienced Transformation Architect, Lindy brings on board three decades of experience having led transformations across diverse industries including manufacturing, defense, insurance/financial, and federal government.
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Mahesh Vardarajan
SAFe Practice Head - APAC
Bringing on board over 16 years of rich experience in IT, Mahesh has led and coached Agile teams and managed programs and portfolios across Fortune 500 companies in industries including Telecom, Aerospace, and Defence among others.

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Lindy Quick

Lindy Quick

SPCT, Agile Transformation Architect | Author

Lindy Quick, SPCT, is an experienced Transformation Architect with proficiency in SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban frameworks. She excels in leading agile transformations across diverse industries, including manufacturing, defense, insurance/financial, and federal government. Lindy is a strong communicator, manager, and problem solver, seeking a challenging role in an organization valuing efficient value delivery.

Currently, as a Senior Business Agility Consultant, she fosters Lean-Agile principles through coaching, training, and transformation execution. Her background includes roles at CNO Financial, REI/FDA, Northrop Grumman, and Guardian Life Insurance, where she facilitated innovative thinking, established Lean-Agile Centers of Excellence, and supported underperforming ARTs.

With degrees in Computer Science and German, plus an MBA, Lindy holds certifications such as SAFe 6.0 Program Consultant Trainer, Certified SAFe 6 Program Consultant, and more. She's an active community member, serving as the Women in Agile Mid-Atlantic Chapter Co-Chair and speaking at various industry events.

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Mahesh Varadharajan

Mahesh Varadharajan

SPCT, Business Agility Practice Lead

Mahesh Varadharajan, an Agile transformation leader, is a distinguished Scaled Agile Trainer (SPCT), Transformation Architect, and Enterprise Agile Coach. As one of only around 130 SPCTs globally, his expertise is endorsed by Scaled Agile Inc. Over 8 years, he's trained 2500+ students globally in various SAFe courses. Mahesh's experience spans launching Agile Release Trains and Solution Trains in industries like Telecom, Aerospace, FinTech, and Automotive.

He specializes in Lean-Agile practices, including Scrum, XP, Kanban, and the Scaled Agile Framework, adept at scaling Agility across distributed locations. With a proven track record, he offers coaching across all organizational levels. Mahesh is an influential thought leader, contributing to international Agile conferences as a reviewer, panelist, speaker, and co-organizer.

His impressive list of certifications includes SPCT, ICAgile Professional in Agility in the Enterprise and Coaching Agile Transitions, Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance Certified Agile Leader, Kanban University Certified Kanban Management Professional, and PMI Agile Practitioner.

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Ola Gedenryd

Ola Gedenryd

SPCT, NLP Business Practitioner

In the realm of Business Agility transformation, Ola emerges as a passionate leader with 17 years of experience orchestrating and overseeing such transformations in complex international contexts. Ola's dedication centers on aiding individuals and organizations in achieving success within their Business Agility journeys through a comprehensive approach encompassing coaching, advisory services, and training. Proficient in Professional Enterprise Coaching techniques rooted in NLP and SAFe, Ola's expertise is highly sought after.

Moreover, Ola is a renowned speaker at international conferences, where the focus is on the dynamic realm of Business Agility. As one of the rare SAFe SPCTs worldwide, Ola plays an active role in shaping and advancing the SAFe framework. With a global footprint, Ola has trained over 3000 individuals in various Lean-Agile methodologies and is presently lending support to multiple Business Agility transformations across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

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Vikas Kapila

Vikas Kapila

Business Agility Coach

With decades of experience as a seasoned and passionate transformation coach, Vikas has a remarkable track record of helping organizations deliver high-value solutions with built-in quality, predictability, and sustainability. Vikas is the founder of Enterprise Agility Consulting, a boutique consulting firm specializing in providing training, transformation coaching, and mentoring services to clients spanning various industries and domains, including leadership, strategy, delivery, and operations.

Vikas's core competencies lie in evolving and transforming Portfolio Management, Value Stream Management, Enterprise-Scale Lean-Agile practices, and Strategy Agility. Vikas has consistently demonstrated the ability to reduce time to market, enhance customer satisfaction, and elevate associate engagement for prominent clients such as AIG, Bank of America, Cisco Systems, Capital One, and Nike.

Certified as a SAFe Program Consultant Trainer (SPCT), an ICAgile Certified Professional in Agility in the Enterprise (ICP-ENT), and an ICAgile Certified Professional in Coaching Agile Transitions (ICP-CAT), Vikas's mission is centered on empowering organizations and teams to achieve superior results and thrive in the ever-changing market landscape.

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Neil Hays

Neil Hays

SAFe SPCT

Neil Hays is an enterprising and energetic SAFe SPCT with an MBA, known for his systemic thinking and belief in the power of teams. With over two decades of experience in technology-centric business solutions, he specializes in Lean-Agile transformation, leadership and team coaching, enterprise Agile consulting, and organizational change. Neil's extensive training background complements his expertise in linking business strategy to technology execution and delivery, making him a valuable Enterprise Agile Consultant.

He excels in stakeholder management, even at the board level, and is recognized by peers for his facilitation and communication skills. Neil holds a Scaled Agile Certified Program Consultant license and boasts a wide range of skills, including SAFe 5.0, Lean Portfolio Management, Agile coaching, risk management, and more. His commitment to fostering a Lean-Agile culture and mindset sets him apart in the field of Agile consulting.

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About the SAFe RTE Exam and Certification

1. What is SAFe RTE certification?

The SAFe RTE certification enables you with an in-depth understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Release Train Engineer in a SAFe enterprise. You will learn how to smoothen the way and deliver value through ARTs and value streams.

2. Who provides the SAFe Release Train Engineer certification? 

Scaled Agile, Inc. is the provider of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), the most popular method for scaling agile at the enterprise level. SAFe was initially released in 2011 by Dean Leffingwell as a knowledgebase for enterprises to adopt Agile. The SAFe 6.0 RTE certification is given to those who have successfully undertaken the SAFe Release Train Engineer Exam.

3. Can I get certified without taking the course?

No, you cannot get certified without taking the course. Scaled Agile, Inc. believes in true learning which can only be gained through in-person training and hands-on experience given by a SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC). So, if you want to get certified as a SAFe Release Train Engineer, you need to attend the 24-hours of SAFe 6.0 Release Train Engineer training.

4. What does the SAFe RTE certification include?

The SAFe Release Train Engineer certification includes the following:

  • Certified SAFe Release Train Engineer Certificate (PDF format)
  • Certified SAFe Release Train Engineer Digital Badge
  • One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
  • Access to SAFe events and Meetup groups
  • Various SAFe learning resources

SAFe RTE CERTIFICATION COURSE CURRICULUM

Curriculum

1. Exploring the Release Train Engineer Role and Responsibilities

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the RTE role within a Lean enterprise, mastering responsibilities such as decision-making and effective facilitation, and developing leadership skills to drive value and ensure alignment with Agile principles.

2. Applying SAFe Principles

Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively apply SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) principles in order to drive continuous and relentless value across product deliveries.

3. Organizing the Agile Release Train

Become proficient in organizing and managing the flow of value through Agile Release Trains, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of products and services in an Agile environment.

4. Planning a Planning Interval

Develop the capability to facilitate PI (Planning Interval) planning readiness and both pre- and post-planning events effectively within an Agile framework, ensuring smooth and successful execution of program increments.

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What You'll Learn in the SAFe RTE Certification Course

Learning Objectives
Facilitating PI Planning

Establish and communicate PI calendar, execute ART-level SAFe rituals and events.

Leading ARTs

Create the right environment, smoothen workflows and lead ARTs to deliver value.

Coaching and Mentoring

Act as coach and mentor for governing roles across the program and stakeholders.

Aligning Team Values

Use metrics to nurture transparency and trust in the ART and its environment.

Fostering Improvement

Foster a culture of relentless improvement and build high-performing teams.

Driving Innovation

Promote innovation within the ART by encouraging creative problem-solving and progressive strategies.

Who Should Attend the SAFe RTE Course Online

Who This Course Is For
  • SPCs
  • Scrum Masters
  • Solution Train Engineers
  • Agile coaches
  • Program Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Product Managers
  • Aspiring SAFe Professionals
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Earn the Coveted SAFe RTE Certification

Passing the SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification exam signifies your expertise in scaling Agile and your ability to optimize program execution within large organizations. It's a testament to your commitment to organizational agility and your capacity to contribute to your enterprise's success in the Agile landscape.

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SAFe 6.0 RTE Training

1. What is the RTE role in SAFe all about?

In SAFe, an RTE (Release Train Engineer) is responsible for orchestrating and facilitating the work of Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensuring alignment with business goals, removing impediments, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. RTEs serve as key leaders in Agile transformations within large organizations.

The role of a SAFe RTE is all about facilitating the successful implementation of Agile principles and practices at scale within an organization. They are instrumental in ensuring that Agile Release Trains operate effectively, deliver value to customers, and align with the strategic objectives of the organization.


2. What can I accomplish with the SAFe 6.0 RTE course?

The SAFe 6.0 Release Train Engineer course has been thoughtfully designed to help you prepare for the Certified SAFe Release Train Engineer exam.

In this three-day, hands-on SAFe RTE course containing engaging real-world simulations and activities, you will get equipped with the skills needed to facilitate and flawlessly execute ART processes; and learn to coach leaders, Scrum Masters and teams in the Agile culture and mindset.

By the end of the course, you will be well versed with the role and responsibilities of a Release Train Engineer and will understand how to drive value across the enterprise. You’ll be able to:

  • Apply Lean-Agile knowledge and tools to organize and release value
  • Lead a program and large solution execution
  • Drive and nurture relentless improvement
  • Create a high-performing ART by becoming a servant leader and coach
  • Continue your learning journey with an action plan

3. What practical skills can I expect to have after completing this course?

Our Certified SAFe Release Train Engineer training aims to equip you with all the skills to be an effective SAFe Release Train Engineer in a Lean enterprise. In this engaging and interactive three-day program, you will develop the practical skills employers look for in a Release Train Engineer, namely:

  • Leading and actioning change
  • Facilitating ART processes
  • Creating and driving momentum
  • Simplifying complex scenarios
  • Soft skills for stakeholder management
  • Planning PI events and SAFe rituals
  • Enabling alignment across levels
  • Relentless improvement of ARTs
  • Coaching leaders and stakeholders

4. How does a SAFe Release Train Engineer Certification help me?

The SAFe Release Train Engineer Certification is designed to equip you with all the skills you need to be an efficient and impactful leader in a SAFe enterprise.

Successful completion of this training course satisfies the requirement for the SAFe Release Train Engineer certification and prepares you to pass the exam the very first time.

As a SAFe certified Release Train Engineer, you’ll help organizations to execute and release value at scale. You’ll be able to assist with program and large solution execution, and build a high performing ART as a servant leader and coach. The certification will give you an edge over your peers, and open up lucrative and satisfying career paths.

5. Is the course only for IT professionals?

Not at all. Professionals in IT industries or non-IT industries who want to work in a SAFe environment can take up this course. This includes:

  • SPCs
  • Scrum Masters
  • Solution Train Engineers
  • Agile coaches
  • Program Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Product Managers
  • Aspiring SAFe Professionals

6. How do I become a SAFe RTE?

Getting ready for the SAFe RTE (Release Train Engineer) exam is an important step in your journey to becoming a certified RTE. Here's what to expect:

  1. Complete the Training: First, make sure you've completed the necessary training for the RTE role. This training typically includes the SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) course, which provides you with the knowledge and skills required to perform the RTE role effectively.
  2. Receive Exam Information: After completing the training, you can expect to receive detailed information about the RTE exam directly from Scaled Agile, Inc. This information will include instructions on how to proceed with the exam, as well as your login credentials or access details.
  3. Access Exam Resources: Take advantage of the exam preparation resources provided by Scaled Agile. These resources may include study materials, practice questions, and guidance on what to expect during the exam.
  4. Schedule Your Exam: Once you have the exam details, you can schedule your RTE exam at a convenient time and location. Be sure to follow the provided instructions for scheduling and taking the exam.
  5. Prepare Adequately: Review the SAFe framework, principles, and practices covered in the RTE training. Use the study materials and practice questions to assess your readiness and reinforce your knowledge.
  6. Take the Exam: On the scheduled exam day, log in using the provided credentials and complete the RTE exam. Be sure to manage your time effectively and carefully read each question before selecting your answers.
  7. Receive Exam Results: After completing the exam, you will receive your exam results, typically indicating whether you have passed or not. Scaled Agile often provides immediate feedback on your performance.
  8. Certification: If you pass the RTE exam, you will earn your RTE certification, which demonstrates your proficiency as a Release Train Engineer within the SAFe framework.

Remember that the RTE exam is designed to assess your understanding of SAFe principles and your ability to perform the RTE role effectively. Adequate preparation and a thorough review of the training materials will increase your chances of success in the exam.

Please note that the specific process and exam details may change over time, so be sure to refer to the latest information provided by Scaled Agile, Inc. to ensure a smooth and successful RTE certification journey.


7. Who can train RTEs?

SPCs (SAFe Practice Consultants) interested to train SAFe Release Train Engineer course must have the following trainer qualifications:

  • Must have attended an RTE course and cleared the RTE exam
  • Must have launched and sustained an Agile Release Train (ART) for three or more consecutive Program Increments (PIs) by adhering to the PI Implementation Toolkit guidelines
  • Must have taught 5 or more SAFe courses with an average feedback score of 4.0 or more
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