Airmen are earning RBLP, RBLP-C, and RBLP-T certifications.
Airmen can earn a leadership certification online no matter where they are stationed globally.
Airmen can also use Air Force COOL and Credentialing Assistance (CA) to pay for the RBLP® series of leadership certification exams and exam prep training at approved vendors. Check with Air Force COOL/CA to determine eligibility requirements.
Air Force Approved Training Vendors
Air Force COOL/CA Links
MRT + RBLP
Benefits of Certification
Eligible active-duty military and veterans can also use GI Bill® benefits to pay for the Resilience-Building Leadership Professional® (RBLP®) series of certification exams. Visit our FAQ page and the VA website for more information.
Air Force units may use SF182 and the government charge card to pay for exam prep training and our certification exams for groups. Please visit our FAQ page for more information.
Levels of Certification
RBLP
is for front-line supervisors.
Airmen at pay grades E4 and E5
RBLP-C
is for middle managers.
Airmen at pay grades O1, O2, and E6
RBLP-T
is for senior leaders.
Airmen at pay grades O3 and above; and E7-E9
Complete the Certification Application
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Air Force Approved Training Vendors
Get Building and Leading Resilient Teams exam prep training.
Air Force Approved Training Vendors
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Attention Master Resilience Trainers!
For Airmen that are MRT qualified, or intend to become MRT qualified, the Resilience-Building Leadership Professional® (RBLP®) certifications are an excellent complement to your MRT training.
The Master Resilience Training Course focuses on the critical characteristics of individual resilience.
The RBLP leadership certifications focus on the leader skills required to build and lead resilient teams.
Resilient Airmen (MRT) + Resilient Teams (RBLP)
MRT Course Competencies
• Self-regulation
• Optimism
• Mental agility
• Strengths of character
• Connection
RBLP Certification Competencies
• Create a positive climate
• Develop cohesion
• Provide purpose
• Facilitate team learning
• Support organizational learning
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Benefits of Certification
Global Reach
Airmen stationed all over the globe can earn an RBLP leadership certification because exam prep training and certification exams are conducted virtually by video conference.
Range of Experience
No matter where you are in your military career, you may benefit from getting a credential that is related to your Air Force training and experience.
Career Advancement
Earning a civilian credential may improve your prospects for assignments and promotion while you’re still in the Air Force. An RBLP leadership certification can be added to your official military record.
Civilian Translation
Credentialing can help translate your Air Force training, education, and experience into something that civilian employers recognize.