Certification
Certification Categories:
- Certified Director of Safety
- Certified Safety Supervisor
- Certified Driver Trainer
- Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment
- Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment
- Certified Cargo Security Professional
STEPS TO CERTIFICATION
- Meet the experience requirement,
- Complete the required training,
- Pass a certification examination, and
- Complete an online submission documenting work background and performance.
Review Certification Guidebook for details on the process
The Certification Process: a 2-Minute Overview:
How the process works once you’re enrolled.
Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
Course Requirements:
- Motor Fleet Safety Basics
- Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs
Experience
- Five years in the motor fleet safety field or,
- Four years in the motor fleet safety field with a 4-year college degree or with 5 years CMV Enforcement experience (see stipulations in the “Certification FAQs” section of the website)
Expertise
Candidates must serve as full-time administrators demonstrating their capability of handling a position which involves establishing programs and policies, setting standards, developing materials, and providing leadership to achieve the goals set. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.
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Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
Course Requirements
- Motor Fleet Safety Basics
- Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs
Experience
- Two years in the fleet safety field
Expertise
Certification is awarded to those supervisors who have the ability to carry out policy and program directives. Supervisors are expected to administer programs, provide leadership and engage in the development of programs and materials within limitations established by their managers. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.
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Certified Driver Trainer (CDT)
Course Requirements
- Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers
Experience
- Two years in the training field
Expertise
Certification is awarded for those individuals who demonstrate the ability to administer programs and carry out responsibilities assigned by their management. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.
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Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E) – a joint certification of NATMI and ATA TMC
Course Requirements
- Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management (2 Day)
Experience
- Five years in the maintenance field or,
- Four years with a four-year college degree
Expertise
Candidates must serve as full-time administrators demonstrating their capability of handling a position which involves establishing programs, policies, setting standards, developing materials, and providing leadership to achieve the goals set. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.
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For further detail on the Experience Requirements, visit the FAQ’s on Certification.
Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E) – a joint certification of NATMI and ATA TMC
Course Requirements
- Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management (2 Day)
Experience
- Two years in the maintenance field
Expertise
Certification is awarded to those supervisors who have the ability to carry out policy and program directives. Supervisors are expected to administer programs, provide leadership and engage in the development of programs and established by their managers. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.
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For further detail on the Experience Requirements, visit the FAQ’s on Certification.
Certified Cargo Security Professional
Purchase the full CCSP Certification Package: Includes CCSP Exam Registration fee, Certification Kit (contains certification application and guidelines), and CCSP Resource Guidebook.
Experience Required — as described in either item 1 or 2 below:
- Baccalaureate degree from any accredited Institution of Higher Learning; Master’s or related degree (PhD, MD, or JD), or High School Diploma or GED equivalent with one (1) year experience in the cargo/transportation industry; or
- Five (5) years supervisory or management experience in the cargo/transportation industry.
*Acceptable documents include copies of your official transcripts or diploma demonstrating highest level of education attained; or signed statements from existing and/or previous employers that verify meeting the minimum experience requirement.
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For further detail on the Experience Requirements, visit the FAQ’s on Certification.