Do the U.S. Military COOL/CA programs pay for RBLP Leadership Certifications?
Army
The Army COOL/CA program funds RBLP, RBLP Coach, and RBLP Trainer certification exam fees. The Army also pays for the exam prep courses. Visit Army COOL/CA to learn more about Active, Reserve, and National Guard eligibility and how to proceed with a funding request.
Our understanding is that Army enlisted, warrant officers, and some civilians employees are eligible for funding. Army units can pay for exam prep training and certification exams with unit funding (SF182).
Contact our Army approved training partners (listed on Army CA site) to get a price quote for an exam prep course. This quote is required for your funding request.
Request a quote for the certification exam from RBLP. This quote is required for your funding request. If you need assistance getting quotes for the exam prep course or the exam, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Air Force
The Air Force COOL program funds RBLP, RBLP Coach, and RBLP Trainer certification exam fees. The Air Force also pays for the exam prep courses. Visit Air Force COOL to learn more about Active, Reserve, and Air National Guard eligibility and how to proceed with a funding request.
Our understanding is that Air Force enlisted and some civilian employees are eligible for funding. Air Force units can pay for exam prep training and certification exams with unit funding (SF182).
Contact our Air Force approved training partners (listed on Air Force CA site) to get a price quote for an exam prep course. This quote is required for your funding request.
Request a quote for the certification exam from RBLP. This quote is required for your funding request. If you need assistance getting quotes for the exam prep course or the exam, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Coast Guard
The Coast Guard COOL program funds RBLP, RBLP Coach, and RBLP Trainer certification exam fees. The Coast Guard also pays for the exam prep courses. Visit Coast Guard COOL to learn more about Active and Reserve eligibility and how to proceed with a funding request.
Our understanding is that Coast Guard enlisted, officers, and some civilian employees are eligible for COOL funding. Coast Guard units can pay for exam prep training and certification exams with unit funding (SF182).
Contact us for a list of Coast Guard approved training partners that can provide a price quote for an exam prep course. This quote is required for your funding request.
Request a quote for the certification exam from RBLP. This quote is required for your funding request. If you need assistance getting quotes for the exam prep course or the exam, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Marine Corps
The Marine Corps COOL program funds RBLP, RBLP Coach, and RBLP Trainer certification exam fees. Unfortunately, the Marine Corps doesn’t pay for exam prep courses. Visit Marine Corps COOL to learn more about Active and Reserve eligibility and how to proceed with a funding request.
Our understanding is that Marine Corps enlisted and some civilian employees are eligible for COOL funding. If you need assistance finding an exam prep course, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Marine Corps units can pay for exam prep training and certification exams with unit funding (SF182). If you need assistance finding an exam prep course, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Navy
The Navy COOL program funds RBLP, RBLP Coach, and RBLP Trainer certification exam fees. Unfortunately, the Navy doesn’t pay for exam prep courses. Visit Navy COOL to learn more about Active and Reserve eligibility and how to proceed with a funding request.
Our understanding is that Navy enlisted and some civilian employees are eligible for COOL funding. If you need assistance finding an exam prep course, please TEXT the RBLP Support team at 213-205-6100 for assistance.
Per Navy guidance, Sailors serving in:
Paygrades E5/E6 are eligible for RBLP
Paygrades E7/E8 are eligible for RBLP Coach
Paygrades E8/E9 are eligible for RBLP Trainer
Navy units can pay for exam prep training and certification exams with unit funding (SF182).
Which level of certification is right for you?
Each military service interprets our experience requirements below and makes their own decisions regarding which paygrades are eligible for each level of RBLP Leadership Certification.
RBLP Certification
RBLP is our core leadership certification for frontline managers that are responsible for directing and coordinating the work of a team or small department. Their focus is on day-to-day operations, managing resources, and ensuring tasks are completed. 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. Aspiring managers with relevant work experience are also eligible for this certification.
RBLP-C is our leadership certification for experienced managers that typically oversee project teams or a larger department with multiple teams. As managers gain experience, their role shifts from direct supervision to problem-solving, implementing change, continuous improvement, and innovation. Experienced managers are responsible for analyzing performance and implementing strategies aligned with broader organizational goals. They encourage reflective practices, promote feedback loops, and implement systems that allow teams to assess their successes and challenges.
RBLP-T is our leadership certification for senior managers that are involved in high-level planning, policy development, and organizational strategy. Their focus extends beyond day-to-day operations to driving long-term growth, aligning departments, and ensuring the organization’s overall vision and goals are met. Senior managers play a key role in fostering organizational learning by encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. They identify and promote best practices, support professional development programs, and drive initiatives that help the organization adapt to evolving market demands.
RBLP is the only nationally recognized series of leadership certifications.
Our tiered certification program allows frontline, experienced, and senior managers to validate all of the leadership knowledge, skills, and experience they have gained getting the work done in their organizations.
RBLP leadership certifications have significant college credit recommendations from the American Council on Education (ACE).
Our certifications are listed on the U.S. Department of Labor CareerOneStop site as a workforce development resource for employees and employers.
The U.S. Department of Defense credentialing programs and the GI Bill fund our certifications for military personnel and veterans.
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Pay for exam prep training and certification exams using SF-182 and GPCC
Military units can pay for the RBLP Leadership Certifications and exam prep training using Standard Form 182 (Request, Authorization, Agreement, and Certification for Training) and the Government Purchase Charge Card (GPCC).
Each agency of the U.S. Federal Government publishes its own guidance on using SF-182 and GPCC. Most state and local agencies and departments have a similar process and forms.