Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) Program
The Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) Program was developed by
the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) to increase the
professionalism and integrity of property brokerage, meet the
educational needs of brokers, and expand basic knowledge of the
brokerage and transportation industry through a rigorous certification
program. The CTB Program, designed with home study and exam components,
provides brokers with a wealth of information on business operations,
transportation regulations, and brokerage practices. Register
today!
Based on academic scholarship and practical experience, the CTB
Program provides brokers:
Professional Recognition
As a Certified
Transportation Broker, you will earn the right to wear the CTB lapel
pin, exclusive use of the CTB logo on business cards and letterhead, and
a custom-made plaque in recognition of your professional achievement. In
addition, press releases are sent to the transportation trade media.
Marketing Advantages
Many find that certification provides an additional edge in the
competitive transportation marketplace. It demonstrates to customers
that you have the knowledge base, professional integrity, and
professional commitment best suited to meet their transportation needs.
Certification may be the most valuable credential you will earn in your
brokerage career.
Many times, companies that promote the CTB Program for their employees
benefit from its investment. With several CTB's on staff, companies can
improve their marketability and increase their value in the marketplace.
Customers and clients are assured that such brokerage operations are
highly qualified and competent.
Career Advancement
As a CTB, you'll stand out from your peers to management as a brokerage
professional. The knowledge and understanding gained from the
certification process will allow you to become a better manager or a
more valuable employee.
Don't believe us? Read what several new Certified
Transportation Brokers have to say after taking the CTB course and
successfully passing the examination.
- I found the CTB course to be very challenging and informative. I
have already seen positive thing come out from what I have learned in
the course. I would highly recommend this course for any person seeking
to increase their knowledge of being a freight broker. Matthew
B.
- A great education environment; everyone should
participate. The breadth of the subject matter provided a great
picture of the basic and detail workings in the brokerage
environment. David C
- To become a "professional" in this industry, you need to set
yourself apart from the competition and that's what the CTB program
offers. Michael G.
CTB Home Study Course
The home study course is offered to help individuals study and
prepare for the exam. This course is an intensive three-month on-line
program that utilizes a textbook and on-line materials to provide a
structured review process. The home study course is offered prior to
each scheduled exam.
The home study course allows participants to work at their own pace
from the convenience of their home while taking advantage of a
structured study format and personalized guidance. During the home study
course, you will receive feedback from the instructor on your strengths
and weaknesses, and tips on how to take and pass the exam.
The home study course is not a substitute for the exam. It is
designed to provide a guided view of the appropriate material that the
exam will cover. Course participants take regular on-line quizzes to
assess their understanding of the material.
There are separate fees for the home study course, textbook, and
exam. (Note: If you plan to use the textbook from previous
participants, be sure to check with TIA to make sure you have the
appropriate editions of the textbook being used.) Currently,
Business, 10th edition, by Pride, Hughes and Kapoor is the
correct textbook.
Please note that book orders must be placed 2
weeks before the start date of the course as they will take 7-10
business days for delivery. If book orders are placed after the 2
week deadline, TIA does not guarantee delivery before the
course start date.
CTB Exam
The exam is a four-hour multiple choice exam covering three sections:
basic business principles applied to brokerage; traffic management and
contracting for transportation services; and legal and regulatory
issues. To become CTB certified, you must pass each of the three
sections. Participants have the option of taking all three sections
together or separately; however, applicants need to be aware that all
three (3) sections of the exam must be passed within 12 months or three
(3) testing cycles of taking the first exam. Applicants may
transfer to the next exam date; however, this will count as one
(1) attempt in the three (3) test cycles. The exam is administered
three times a year.
The examination fee is non-refundable.
TIA may in its sole discretion approve transfer of the exam fee one time
to the next scheduled exam (less the Certification Application Fee) only
if (a) a written request accompanied by an explanation of the basis for
the transfer request satisfactory to TIA, is received by TIA two
business days prior to the exam date, and (b) written approval is given
by TIA to the requestor before the exam for which the transfer is
requested.
Exam Results
Exam results are scored on a pass/fail basis. Candidates will receive
their results approximately 3 to 4 weeks following the exam.
(Exam scores will not be given out by phone; all candidates will be
notified of their results via mail.) Candidates who do not pass
section(s) may re-take the failed section(s) during the next scheduled
exam date. Partial pass scores (pass one or two sections only) are valid
for one (1) year or three (3) test cycles which includes the initial
exam. Candidates must pass all three (3) sections of the exam within 12
months of taking the first exam.
Eligibility Requirements
A candidate's eligibility to take the exam is determined through an
application process. Applicants must earn at least five (5) CTB
Candidate Eligibility Points to qualify for the examination. Points are
earned through a combination of professional and educational
experience.
2010 CTB Dates
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August 2, 2010 - CTB Home Study Course
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December 4, 2010 - CTB Exam
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December 13, 2010 - CTB Home Study Course
2011 CTB Dates
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March 26, 2011 - CTB Exam
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April 4, 2011 - CTB Home Study Course
Please note that book orders must be placed 2
weeks before the start date of the course as they will take 7-10
business days for delivery. If book orders are placed after the 2
week deadline, TIA does not guarantee delivery before the
course start date.
Registration
To register for the home study course and/or
exam, download, complete, and fax the CTB
registration form to (703) 836-0123. For information, please
contact Cindy Amos at amos@tianet.org or (703) 299-5710.
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