Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE))
Credential: Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE))
Credentialing Agency: Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Certified Logistics Technician (CLTAE) recognizes individuals who demonstrate mastery of the core competencies of material handling at the front-line (entry-level through front-line supervisor). The goal of the CLTAE is to raise the level of performance of logistics workers both to assist the individuals in finding higher-wage jobs. The CLTAE consists of two parts: the foundational-level Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) certificate and the mid-level technical CLT certification. Before taking the CLTAE assessment, candidates must have a CLA certificate. MSSC strongly recommends that individuals be at an 8th-grade math and 10th-grade reading level.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE))
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0301 Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series |  Other |
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| 0346 Logistics Management Series |  Most |
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| 1101 General Business and Industry | Most |
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| 1103 Industrial Property Management | Most |
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| 1104 Property Disposal Series | Most |
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| 1150 Industrial Specialist | Most |
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| 1152 Production Control | Most |
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| 1170 Realty | Most |
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| 2001 General Supply Series | Most |
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| 2005 Supply Clerical and Technician Series |  Some |
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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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| 2130 Traffic Management Series | Other |
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| 2150 Transportation Operations | Most |
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| 6904 Tools and Parts Attending | Other |
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| 6907 Materials Handling | Some |
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| 6910 Materials Expediting | Other |
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite: must have obtained the CLA Certificate
- 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. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
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
Credential Pre-requisite REQUIREMENTS
In order to earn the CLTAE certification, candidates must already have their CLA Certificate.
Written Exam CLA
- 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 Workplace Conduct
- Using Computers
Written Exam CLT
- Product Receiving
- Product Storage
- Order Processing
- Packaging and Shipment
- Inventory Control
- Hazmat Awareness
- Transportation Modes
- Dispatch and Tracking
- Metric Conversions
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE)) examination:
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- General References
- Related Training
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE))
Renewal Period: 5 years
Additional considerations for the Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE)) include:
- MSSC does not have any other specific educational requirements in order to sit for the CLTAE assessment. However, MSSC strongly suggests that candidates possess at least a 10th grade reading (English) and 8th grade math level.
- MSSC does not require candidates to take a specific course or training program in order to sit for an assessment. However, we find that students enrolled in a training program perform better than those who do not. There are many training programs available and many used MSSC’s own Authorized Courses.