Certified Transportation Professional (CTP)
Credential: Certified Transportation Professional (CTP)
Credentialing Agency: National Private Truck Council (NPTC)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) is a certification for experienced professionals with the experience and knowledge to direct and administer a private fleet, traffic, or transportation operation. The CTP designation confirms that holders have the knowledge and ability to understand complex operational and regulatory issues, identify and evaluate potential costs and savings, and develop systems and practices that best meet their company's transportation objectives and needs. The knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the CTP examination include areas of finance, operations, safety, human resources, and vehicle and equipment maintenance. To be eligible for the CTP, candidates must achieve at least 600 certification points earned through fleet management/supplier experience, formal education, active participation in the fleet/transportation community, and your continued pursuit of education. At least 500 points must be earned through fleet management/supplier experience where each year of experience is worth 100 points. Candidates must also pass an examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Transportation Professional (CTP)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 6 years
- 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: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
National Private Truck Council (NPTC)
950 N. Glebe Road
Suite 2300
Arlington, VA 22203-4183
Phone: (703) 683-1300
Fax: (703) 683-1217
Email: ktodd@nptc.org
Education/Training and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must achieve at least 600 certification points earned through fleet management/supplier experience, formal education, active participation in the fleet/transportation community, and continued education.
- Fleet/Transportation Management Experience: A minimum of 500 certification points must be earned through professional fleet management/ supplier experience. You can earn 100 certification points for each year of fleet/transportation management or supplier experience that you have.
- General Management Experience: Earn an additional 50 points for one to five years of general management experience; 100 points for six or more years of general management experience.
- Formal Education: Earn up to 300 certification points for a Ph.D. (50 points for an Associates degree; 100 points for a Bachelors degree; and, 200 points for a Masters degree).
- College Courses: Earn 45 points for each college course (in the areas of business, systems, transportation or logistics) successfully completed (grade "C" or better) in the past three years, for a total not to exceed 180 points.
- Continuing Education: Earn certification points for participation in NPTC/ITTM continuing education programs during the past three years:
- Annual Education/Management Conference = 25 points
- Annual Fleet Management Institute = 45 points
- CTP Examination Preparation Workshop = 10 points
- Private Fleet Management Online Courses: Earn 35 points for each successfully completed online course.
- Professional Memberships: Earn five points for each professional transportation membership organization to which you belong.
- Leadership: 15 certification points
- Industry Participation:
- Transportation-related speaking engagement = 15 points
- Transportation-related published work = 15 points
- Attendance at transportation-related educational program = 10 points
- Transportation Recognition: Earn 25 points
Written Exam
- Finance
- Operations
- Safety
- Human Resources
- Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) examination:
- Best Sources
- Legislation
- Related Courses
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Transportation Professional (CTP)
Renewal Period: 3 years