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AGI365: SAFe® Release Train Engineer (24 hrs)

Course summary:

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a key role in the SAFe® framework, responsible for leading Agile Release Trains (ARTs) to deliver value to customers. As part of the trio of leaders that includes product managers and system architects, the RTE plays a critical role in creating the right environment for success.

The SAFe® RTE course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this role. You will learn how to execute SAFe® and continuously improve PI Planning and other key SAFe® events. You will discover how to coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in new processes and mindsets, helping to create a culture of continuous improvement.

Throughout the course, you will explore the responsibilities of the RTE in detail, including how to facilitate the right meetings, have the right conversations, and gather the right people to make decisions based on the right data. You will also gain the guidance and tools needed to work effectively in remote environments with distributed teams, an increasingly important skill in today's global workforce.

Upon completion of the SAFe® RTE course, you will have a deep understanding of the role of the RTE in the SAFe® framework, and the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this key position. Whether you are a current RTE, or simply looking to expand your knowledge of the SAFe® framework, this course is an essential step towards success.

 Course outline:
  • 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 
Learning outcomes:
  • Apply Lean-Agile knowledge with tools to execute and increase business agility
  • 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 your learning journey

  • Access the tools and templates available for agile release train engineers

Type:
Virtual
 
Day & Time:
Tues & Thurs
February 4, 2025
5:00 to 8:00PM
 
Enrollment Deadline:
Jan 28, 2025
 
Location:
Zoom
 
Course Fee(s):
$1,495
 
CEUs:
2.1
 
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Enrollment Deadline is Jan 28, 2024 at 5 PM CST. Beyond this date, please call 314-935-4444 to register.

Parking and refreshments are provided.

CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund will be given when a registrant cancels more than five (5) business days prior to the start of the class. Cancellations received within 5 business days of the start of the class and no-shows will be billed in full. Another person may be substituted at any time at no additional charge.

A request to transfer a class to a future date can only occur if the request is more than 5 business days prior to the start of class.  Otherwise, the request will be considered a cancellation and the policy will apply.
Type:
Virtual
 
Day & Time:
Mon & Weds
May 19, 2025
5:00 to 8:00PM
 
Enrollment Deadline:
May 12, 2025
 
Location:
Zoom
 
Course Fee(s):
$1,495
 
CEUs:
2.1
 
add2cart
 

Enrollment Deadline is May 12 at 5 PM CST. Beyond this date, please call 314-935-4444 to register.

Parking and refreshments are provided.

CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund will be given when a registrant cancels more than five (5) business days prior to the start of the class. Cancellations received within 5 business days of the start of the class and no-shows will be billed in full. Another person may be substituted at any time at no additional charge.

A request to transfer a class to a future date can only occur if the request is more than 5 business days prior to the start of class.  Otherwise, the request will be considered a cancellation and the policy will apply.
Type:
Virtual
 
Day & Time:
Weds & Mon
Oct 29, 2025
5:00 to 8:00PM
 
Enrollment Deadline:
Oct 22, 2025
 
Location:
Zoom
 
Course Fee(s):
$1,495
 
CEUs:
2.4
 
add2cart
 

Enrollment Deadline is Oct 22 at 5 PM CST. Beyond this date, please call 314-935-4444 to register.

Parking and refreshments are provided.

CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund will be given when a registrant cancels more than five (5) business days prior to the start of the class. Cancellations received within 5 business days of the start of the class and no-shows will be billed in full. Another person may be substituted at any time at no additional charge.

A request to transfer a class to a future date can only occur if the request is more than 5 business days prior to the start of class.  Otherwise, the request will be considered a cancellation and the policy will apply.

Prerequisites:

  • Hold at least one current SAFe certification
  • Have launched or participated in at least one ART and one PI 

Accrediting Associations:

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