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RBLP Certification Steps


1. Get Started – Apply for Certification

Our application is free and takes less than 10 minutes to complete.

RBLP Support will contact you about next steps for training and certification.


2. Get Certification Prep Training

Our Authorized Training Partners provide instructor-led, online certification prep training for the RBLP Leadership Certifications.


3. Pass the RBLP Certification Exam

We administer online oral certification exams via Microsoft Teams video conference.

RBLP Certification Exam: $595


RBLP Certification Description


RBLP Certification Requirements

RBLP is our leadership certification for frontline and aspiring managers.

In any organization, frontline managers are responsible for directing and coordinating the work of a team. Their focus is on day-to-day operations, managing resources, and getting the work done.

Frontline managers are responsible for the morale, teamwork, and motivation of their teams. They strive to create a positive and collaborative environment where team members feel supported, valued, and committed to shared goals.

To earn the RBLP certification, you must complete instructor-led certification prep training (3 modules) and pass the 1.5-hour oral exam.

During the certification exam, you will be assessed on your knowledge, skills, and experience in the competency domains below. 

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RBLP Competency Domains

Team Climate

Creating a positive team climate is essential for building and leading resilient teams. This involves shaping team members’ shared perceptions and attitudes. A positive team climate will lead to greater flexibility, creativity, and openness to new ideas. When managers ensure that positive emotions are cultivated, it helps team members better cope with stress and raises morale.

Leader Task 1: Analyze team climate.

Leader Task 2: Earn trust.

Leader Task 3: Treat people with respect.

Leader Task 4: Enforce accountability.

Leader Task 5: Encourage people to have fun.

Leader Task 6: Manage expectations.

Leader Task 7: Be there when the going gets tough.

Team Cohesion

Developing team cohesion is essential for building and leading resilient teams. By fostering strong, supportive, and dependable relationships within the team, managers enhance overall well-being, reduce stress, and promote creativity and collective decision-making. Cohesive teams are more capable of overcoming adversity in the workplace. Developing cohesion boosts teamwork.

Leader Task 1: Analyze team cohesion.

Leader Task 2: Organize people to work in teams.

Leader Task 3: Promote trust between team members.

Leader Task 4: Ensure mutual respect between team members.

Leader Task 5: Keep the team informed.

Leader Task 6: Keep people focused on the mission.

Leader Task 7: Talk about setbacks.

Individual Purpose

Providing purpose for team members is essential for building and leading resilient teams. This involves challenging each member of the team to reach their full potential. Managers should encourage team members to learn new individual and collective skills. Managers should also help their teams understand how their work contributes to the organization’s mission. A clear sense of purpose empowers team members to overcome challenges collectively. Providing purpose improves motivation and commitment.

Leader Task 1: Analyze individual purpose.

Leader Task 2: Demonstrate character.

Leader Task 3: Show genuine concern for people.

Leader Task 4: Encourage individual learning.

Leader Task 5: Delegate responsibility.

Leader Task 6: Empower decision-making.

Leader Task 7: Train the team.