Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
Credential: Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
Credentialing Agency: Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)
Renewal Period: Not Renewable
The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) is a foundational-level credential and is a prerequisite for the Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) certification. MSSC training and assessment addresses the need for employability and academic skills as well as technical skills. MSSC strongly recommends that individuals be at the 8th grade level of math and 9th grade level of English before attempting MSSC courses and assessments. There are no experiential or hands-on requirements for MSSC certification as it is expected that individual employers will determine those requirements based upon their own specific needs. MSSC does not require that individuals take MSSC courses prior to testing. Critical work functions and their related key activities for the CLA include: global supply chain logistics life cycle, logistics environment, material handling equipment, safety principles, safe material handling and equipment operation, quality control principles, workplace communications, teamwork and workplace behavior to solve problems, and using computers.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
|---|---|---|
| 0346 Logistics Management Series |  Most |
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| 1144 Commissary Management Series |  Some |
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| 2005 Supply Clerical and Technician Series | Most |
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| 2010 Inventory Management Series | Most |
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| 2030 Distribution Facilities and Storage Management Series | Most |
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| 2032 Packaging Series | Some |
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| 2102 Transportation Clerk and Assistant | Some |
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| 2130 Traffic Management Series |  Other |
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| 6502 Explosives Operating | Some |
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| 6904 Tools and Parts Attending | Other |
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| 6907 Materials Handling | Most |
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| 6910 Materials Expediting | Some |
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: Not Renewable
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)
901 N Washington St.
Suite 600
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-739-9000
Fax: 703-739-9008
Email: info@msscusa.org
Written Exam
- Global Supply Chain Logistics Life Cycle
- Logistics Environment
- Material Handling Equipment
- Safety Principles
- Safe Material Handling and Equipment Operation
- Quality Control
- Workplace Communication
- Teamwork and Good Workplace Conduct
- Using Computers
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Training
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
Renewal Period: Not Renewable
Additional considerations for the Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) include:
- MSSC does not require candidates to take a specific course or training program in order to sit for an assessment. However, MSSC has found that students enrolled in a training program perform better than those who do not. There are many training programs available and many have used MSSC’s own Authorized Courses.