Training, Certification & Flaggers

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APPLY TODAY FOR ATSSA CERTIFICATION

Since 1977, the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) has provided quality roadway safety education, training and certification to tens of thousands of industry professionals. To date, nearly 10,000 professionals have earned ATSSA certification. With the roadways used every day by millions of motorists, bicyclists, motorcyclists, pedestrians, incident responders and traffic and utility workers, safety training and certification save lives. 

The advantages and benefits received by pursuing professional certification are tremendous. In today’s competitive job market, companies and agencies look for specialized training, skills and industry commitment when considering an individual for employment. Being “ATSSA certified” is a testament of training from the “very best” and a validation of formal education, knowledge and work experience.

CERTIFICATION THROUGH ATSSA

ATSSA offers seven prestigious certification designations:
 

• Traffic Control Technician (TCT)
• Traffic Control Specialist (TCS)
• Pavement Marking Technician (PMT)
• Pavement Marking Specialist (PMS)
• Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS)
• Flagger Instructor Training (FIT)
• Certified Pedestrian Safety Professional (CPSP)

Some states, such as Virginia, Washington and Florida, offer these certifications through ATSSA to meet their state-specific MUTCD standards and guidelines.

CERTIFICATION BENEFITS

• Reflects commitment and dedication to safety
• Improves career opportunities
• Promotes industry professionalism and excellence
• Enhances marketability and competitive advantages
• Helps reduce corporate liability
• Provides compliance with state mandates
• Establishes industry recognition and professional credentials
• Helps reduce employee turnover and improve morale
• Contributes to increased innovation and cost savings
• Promotes your company’s commitment to safety within your community
  
  

THE CERTIFICATION PROCESS

ATSSA certification offers solid evidence of educational attainment, on-the-job professional experience and competency through testing. Candidates for certification will need to meet the following criteria to receive their designation through the ATSSA Certification Board:

Complete the training course(s) associated with the certification they are pursuing.

• Successfully pass, with a grade of 80% or better, the final examination offered at the completion of the training course(s).
• Apply for the designation by completing the certification application, providing the names of two references familiar with the candidate’s work history, and returning the application to ATSSA with the appropriate certification application fee.
• ATSSA reviews and verifies the application, training and candidate’s work experience.
• Upon validation of the application and work experience, and approval by the ATSSA Certification Board, the candidate receives certification, which is valid for four (4) years.
  

CERTIFICATION APPLICATION FEES

ATSSA charges a nominal application fee for the processing and validating of certification applications – $109 for ATSSA members; $130 for non-members.

RECERTIFICATION

With ongoing regulatory, compliance and industry safety changes, ATSSA requires recertification every four (4) years to ensure that certified individuals stay up-to-date with the latest standards and techniques necessary to effectively perform their jobs and ensure public and worker roadway safety.