Transportation industry is a vast one, covering many different types of professions and skills. In keeping with that, there are many types of training programs and courses available to candidates choosing careers in transportation.
Some organizations run apprentice/training programs. These programs are very useful as they use on-the-job training combining it with classroom teaching. Generally, these are very structured programs and successfully train candidates with skills specific to the transportation industry. Some of the jobs which regularly include apprenticeship programs are: pilots, seamen, mechanics, train engineers, and truck driver careers.
Though many jobs in the transportation industry require only a high school diploma, it is always advantageous to go in for some courses or training programs to hone your skill-sets. A number of employers in logistics and warehousing seek candidates who have had some kind of formal training, either through union programs or in-house training. For instance, bus companies in conjunction with driving schools give trainee drivers a few weeks of classroom training as well as ‘behind the wheels’ coaching.
Some jobs like those of airlines pilots, drivers (both rail and road) as well as most jobs in water transportation require some form oflicensure. Truck drivers and bus drivers must have a commercial driving license (CDL) and pilots, including helicopter pilots need acommercial pilot license (CPL) which is issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Depending on the career path, the licensing board and criteria for getting a license would vary. However, having a license is mandatory for such prescribed jobs.
Certifications by authorized and recognized boards can improve your job prospects. Certification courses are available in many different fields, including Aircraft Mechanics, Bus and Truck Mechanics, First-Line Supervisors etc.
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