SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About the Course & Rounds

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During this three day (21 hours) SAFe® Release Train Engineer with RTE Certification course, attendees will learn how to facilitate and enable end-to-end value delivery through Agile Release Trains (ARTs)—and learn how to build a high-performing ART by becoming a servant leader and coach—when you become a SAFe® 5 Release Train Engineer (RTE).

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Our SAFe RTE courses help to gain an in-depth understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Release Train Engineer (RTE) in the SAFe enterprise. Through experiential learning, examine the RTE role in a Lean- Agile transformation. Learn how to facilitate ART processes and execution, coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in new processes and mindsets.

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Furthermore, attendees on the SAFe RTE course will explore how to prepare, plan, and execute a Program Increment (PI) planning event, the primary enabler of alignment throughout all levels of a SAFe organization.

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What topics are Covered?

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Learning Goals

The SAFe RTE course leaves trainees more knowledgeable and confident in key areas of Scaled Agile Framework Lean-Agile delivery:

• Apply Lean-Agile knowledge and tools to execute and release value;

• Assist with program and large solution execution;

• Foster relentless improvement;

• Build a high-performing ART by becoming a servant leader and coach;

• Develop an action plan to continue the learning journey.

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Key areas of competency:

• Facilitating program-level ceremonies;

• Leading program execution;

• Coaching Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and Agile Teams in the relentless improvement of value delivery;

• Creating transparency using metrics to initiate and drive positive change;

• Facilitating resolution of dependencies, impediments, and risks.

 

 

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Trainees on the SAFe RTE course are developed to understand how to perform the role of a high-performing Release Train Engineer (RTE) who is a servant leader and coaching professional responsible for driving end-to-end delivery of value in a single program or Value Stream in a Lean-Agile enterprise. This includes the coverage of the following course topics:

• Exploring the RTE role and responsibilities;

• Applying SAFe Principles;

• Organizing the ART;

• Planning a Program Increment;

• Executing a Program Increment;

• Fostering Relentless Improvement;

• Serving the ART;

• Continuing Your Learning Journey.

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Who is this Course suitable for?

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The SAFe RTE course is especially suitable for people who want to become aware of Scrum practices at an enterprise level and engage in Agile organisational transformation, and/or who are, or want to work effectively in a Scaled Agile Framework based organisation. The following individuals will benefit from this course:

• Executives and Leaders, Managers, and Directors;

• Consultants, and Agile Coaches;

• Business Analyst, Program and Project Managers;

• Release Train Engineers and Solution Train Engineers;

• Product and Product Line Management;

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SAFe Release Train Engineer Exam Details

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The online SAFe RTE exam is of multiple-choice format. The candidate has to answer 60 questions within a duration of 120 minutes (2 hours). The exam has to be completed in one go, and the passing score is 75%. The initial course registration fee includes the first SAFe RTE exam attempt fees if the exam is taken within 30 days of SAFe RTE course completion. Each retake attempt will cost $50. The second attempt on the exam (first retake) can be done immediately after the first attempt. The third attempt requires a 10-day wait. The fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

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The SAFe RTE exam is designed to evaluate the knowledge and skill related to the job role. There are a variety of resources available to prepare for the exam after and before you have been on the SAFe RTE course. The course materials can be downloaded from the SAFe community platform, and you get access to a comprehensive study guide that details all the Scaled Agile Framework job roles and all resources related to the exam. Access to it is available through the Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform upon course completion.

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After the SAFe RTE course, trainees can take the practice SAFe Release Train Engineer test before appearing for the actual exam. This is again part of the Learning Plan in the SAFe Community Platform. The practice test can be taken an unlimited number of times at no cost. However, this doesn’t guarantee success on the final exam and can be used to assess the knowledge and gain confidence before appearing in the actual exam.

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The certification includes:

• Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer PDF certificate;

• Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer digital badge to promote your accomplishment online;

• One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform, which includes access to the SA Community of Practice;

• Access to Meetup groups and events that connect you with other SAFe certified professionals;

• A variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey.

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