ATSSA is the leading certification and training organization for road, traffic and highway professionals. For more than three decades we have provided quality road safety training and certification solutions. After completing one of our high-level safety training courses, take the next step in your career by adding an ATSSA certification designation. Learn about recertifying.

Certification information, applications and statuses are now available in the new ATSSA training platform.

Certification Designations:

• Certified Pedestrian Safety Professional (CPSP)*
• Flagger* (certification length and standards vary by state)
• Flagger Instructor Training (FIT)*
• Guardrail Installer (GI) 
• Pavement Marking Technician (PMT)
• Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS)
• Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
• Traffic Control Technician (TCT)
• Traffic Sign Technician (TST)
• Truck-Mounted Attenuator Operator (TMA)
• State certifications and applications:
  • Florida Intermediate (TCT) or Advanced (TCS)
  • Louisiana Traffic Sign Technician (TST) - Level I or II
  • Virginia Basic (TCT), Intermediate (TCS) or Advanced (TCDS)
  • Washington (TCS)

*Certification is included with this course; no application necessary.

Certification Benefits

We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience. Our safety and work zone training courses are designed around real-world challenges and incorporate tools and exercises that transfer learned skills to the daily work environment.

Benefits to Your Company

• Promotes industry professionalism and excellence
• Helps reduce corporate liability
• Provides compliance with state mandates
• Helps reduce employee turnover and improve morale
• Contributes to increased innovation and cost savings
• Promotes your company’s commitment to safety within your community

Benefits to You

• Reflects commitment and dedication to safety
• Improves career opportunities
• Enhances marketability and competitive advantages
• Establishes industry recognition and professional credentials

The Certification Process

To be certified, you will need to meet the following criteria to receive a designation through the ATSSA Certification Board:

1. Complete the training course(s) associated with the certification you are pursuing.
2. Successfully pass, with a grade of 80% or better, the final examination offered at the completion of the training course(s). Instructors must score a 90%.
3. Apply for the designation by completing the certification application, providing the names of two references familiar with your work history and returning the application to ATSSA with the appropriate certification application fee.

ATSSA reviews and verifies your application, training and work experience.

Upon validation of the application and work experience, and approval by the ATSSA Certification Board, you will receive certification, which is valid for up to four (4) years.