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SAFe RTE certification: the Release Train Engineer guide

The Release Train Engineer role in SAFe, what the RTE certification validates, its exam, price and how to prepare in French-speaking West Africa.

What is the SAFe RTE?

The SAFe RTE (Release Train Engineer) is the conductor of the Agile Release Train: they facilitate the coordinated work of several agile teams, remove impediments at scale and run the train's events. It is a key, advanced role in SAFe organisations.

The certification is earned on completing the official course, delivered by a Scaled Agile accredited trainer.

Who is the SAFe RTE for?

The RTE is for professionals who coordinate several agile teams at scale.

  • Current or future Release Train Engineers
  • Scrum Masters scaling up
  • Programme managers in agile environments
  • Agile coaches supporting a train

The SAFe RTE exam

The exam is taken entirely online, via Scaled Agile's platform, after the course. It is an advanced exam; a first attempt is generally included. There is no centre to attend.

The certification comes with a one-year SAFe platform subscription and renews annually.

How much does the SAFe RTE cost?

The cost includes the official course (which generally includes exam access). At Atypix, the price depends on the country of enrolment:

SenegalF CFA 895,000
BeninF CFA 716,000

Price of the training and support. The examination fee paid to PMI is invoiced separately.

How to prepare with Atypix

Atypix delivers the course with a Scaled Agile accredited trainer, official material, bilingual French / English, in person in Dakar and Cotonou or remotely. As the exam is online, no travel is needed.

  • Course by a Scaled Agile accredited trainer
  • Exam access generally included
  • Bilingual French / English, in person in Dakar and Cotonou or remotely
  • 100% online exam

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Frequently asked questions

Is the SAFe RTE an advanced level?
Yes. The RTE coordinates several agile teams across an Agile Release Train; it is an advanced role that assumes good understanding of SAFe.
Is the RTE exam online?
Yes, entirely, via Scaled Agile's platform, after the course.
Do I need to renew the RTE?
Yes. It comes with a one-year SAFe platform subscription and renews annually.
Do I need to be a Scrum Master before the RTE?
Not mandatory, but experience facilitating an agile team helps a lot, as the role operates across several teams.
Is the SAFe RTE internationally recognised?
Yes. It is recognised by large organisations using SAFe, including in Senegal, Benin and across French-speaking Africa.

Official source and up-to-date requirements: Scaled Agile, SAFe certifications

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