Q: What's new in the SAFe Release Train Engineer course?
A: This course has been revised to streamline its core lessons and to introduce a new lesson on how Release Train Engineers can explore the use of AI in their roles. While the overall duration of the course remains largely unchanged, some materials have been removed, revised, or expanded to better align with the course learning objectives and to improve the flow of the content.
Q: Has the AI-related material been incorporated into the RTE exam or practice test?
A: Not yet. The new AI-related content is being introduced in the course, and we are gathering feedback to determine the right level of coverage for future assessments. The current exam and practice test remain aligned to the established course objectives. Updates to incorporate AI concepts are expected in the future, once the lesson content has been refined and validated.
Q: What is the new version number of the courseware?
A: The Scaled Agile Framework has transitioned away from using version numbers. Consequently, the associated courses are moving away from the "6.0" base version. From now on, course releases will be identified by their release date in the format [release year].[release month].[release date]. Therefore, the current version of the RTE courseware is 2025.11.25.
Q: Where can I find the Virtual Classroom for RTE (2025.11.25)?
A: SAFe Collaborate was retired in November 2025. Learn more about this HERE
Q: What is the process to upgrade my SAFe® 6 RTE certification to the AI-Empowered RTE
A: Current Certified SAFe® 6 Release Train Engineers can upgrade by completing either the Empowering Release Train Engineers with AI SAFe Skill, available in the SAFe Skills Library. This is a short, self-paced e-learning that takes about 45 minutes to complete. Once complete, your certification will automatically be updated to Certified AI-Empowered SAFe Release Train Engineer, and you will be issued a new digital badge.
Q: Do I have to pay to upgrade to the AI-Empowered RTE?
A: If you currently hold an active SAFe® 6 RTE certification, there is no additional cost to upgrade. The SAFe Skill modules are included with your membership. However, if your RTE6 certification has expired, you will need to renew it first in order to regain access to the SAFe Skill library and complete the upgrade.
You can learn more about our renewal process and Membership policy HERE. And our Membership Tiers HERE.
Q: What happens to my RTE6 certification after I upgrade?
A: When you complete the upgrade, you’ll receive the new AI-Empowered RTE certification, but your original SAFe® 6 RTE credential will also remain in your records. You’ll hold both certifications going forward, but you will only need to renew the AI-Empowered RTE certification going forward.
Q: Is there a deadline to complete the upgrade?
A: There is no set deadline to upgrade at this time. However, if you already hold a valid RTE6 and have completed either the Empowering Release Train Engineers with AI SAFe Skill, your certification will be automatically updated to AI-Empowered RTE during the first week of December 2025.
Q: I am a RTE5, how can I become an AI-Empowered RTE?
A: Active RTEs can either complete the upgrade to SAFe 6.0 via the upgrade learning path and then complete their SAFe Skill, or enroll in a new RTE course. Either option will deliver the new achievement.
Instructors and Admins
Q: What do I need to do as a trainer to be prepared to teach the new version of RTE?
A: Trainers will not be required to complete a new enablement plan; however, new enablement videos will be available starting November 25 in the Trainer Enablement Plan that walk through details of how to teach each lesson. We recommend you watch that series, review the updated release notes and then practice your delivery with the new lesson.
Q: What is the last day to teach RTE 6.0?
A: A: Starting on November 25, 2025 you will no longer be able to create legacy RTE classes. Starting January 6, 2025 you will no longer be able to teach legacy RTE classes.
Q: When can I start scheduling AI-Empowered RTE classes?
A: The new learning plan and licenses will be available on November 25, 2025.
Q: Do I need to convert my legacy RTE classes to AI-Empowered classes?
A: Starting on November 25, 2025 you will no longer be able to create legacy RTE classes. Starting January 6, 2025 you will no longer be able to roster learners to legacy RTE classes. Between 11/25/25 and 1/6/2025, trainers and admins will need to modify the learning plans for classes scheduled after 1/6/2025. Be aware that you may need to remove learners, exchange licenses, and then reroster learners in order to apply the new learning plan. Watch a quick tutorial on how to complete this process.
Q: What badges will learners receive if I choose not to convert my classes?
A: Learners will be awarded SAFe 6 badges. To upgrade their achievement, they will need to complete the SAFe Skill after successfully passing the exam.