CERTIFIED LOGISTICS ASSOCIATE (CLA) & CERTIFIED LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN (CLT)

YAKIMA VALLEY COLLEGE

About the Program

Train to become a logistics technician and help a

company extend its national and global reach by

linking factories, suppliers and customers. You may

work in production sites, warehouses, distribution

centers or transportation companies. Types of jobs

include material handling, order processing,

packing, packaging and operating automated

equipment.

Learning at Yakima Valley College

The program consists of two courses for six credit

hours. It includes two assessments, which are the

foundational Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) and

the mid-level Certified Logistics Technician (CLT).

You must earn the CLA before moving on to the

CLT. CLA includes introductory information to the

world of logistics such as safety, quality control,

terminology, equipment and computer programs.

CLT includes technical activities, such as product

receiving and shipping, order processing, inventory

control Transportation, dispatch and tracking.

Entry Requirements

No high school diploma needed

8th grade reading/writing level

Some computer knowledge

Certificate

Certified Logistics Association (CLA)

Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)

Registration Information

Registration: 11/7/2018-11/16/2018

Course code: PTECH198

Job and Salary Outlook

The U.S. Department of Labor predicts employment to hold steady, with better-trained workers receiving more opportunities.

Course Descriptions

CLA Course (Foundational Level): Provides students with the foundational broad knowledge they

will need to understand the world of supply chain and related core competencies. Learning materials

include PDF textbook and e-learning modules. Course includes modules on the global supply chain, the

logistics environment, safety, safe equipment operation, material handling equipment, quality control,

workplace communication, teamwork and problem solving, and using computers; this course requires

approximately 35 hours.

CLT Course (Mid-level Technical): Provides students with the mid-level technical knowledge needed

to understand the world of supply chain logistics and related core competencies. Learning materials

include PDF textbook and e-learning modules. Course includes product receiving, product storage, order

processing, packaging and shipment, inventory control, safe handling of hazardous materials, evaluation

of transportation modes, customs, and dispatch and tracking operations; this course requires

approximately 35 hours.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Yesenia Rodriguez • yrodriguez@yvcc.edu • 509.574.4744

Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. For more information about YVC’s graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information visit: www.yvcc.edu/gainfulemployment. The contents and/or printing of this publication were developed with funds from the Carl D. Perkins Act. Published: August 2018.

TOTAL 2018-2019 PROGRAM COSTS

Tuition 2018-19 $726.54

All other fees $25.00

TOTAL $728.00

MSSC REGISTRATION & FEES

Textbook & Fees $172.00

TOTAL $923.54

 

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CLT Course Unit Description 

Supply Chain Logistics: Foundational Knowledge The curriculum is designed to provide students with foundational‐level knowledge of the world of supply chain logistics. 

This course covers the material handling aspect of the global supply chain and describes the foundational knowledge 

that front‐line material handling workers should master to perform well.  It is designed to give students a broad 

overview of the industry and how the frontline worker fits into that environment.   

Chapter  Key Activity  Description 

1‐Global Supply Chain Logistics 

Demonstrate an understanding of the various roles in the global supply chain logistics life cycle 

An overview of the world of Global Supply Chain Logisticsincluding: the product life cycle through the supply chain, the roles of various links of the supply chain, and productivity measures and cost elements of the supply chain. 

2‐The Logistics Environment 

Demonstrate an understanding of the logistics environment 

Introduces the logistics environment including the terms and jargon of the industry and the basic physical, informational and security aspects of the supply chain. Provides a brief overview of government regulations that affect the movement of goods throughout supply chain. 

3‐Material Handling Equipment 

Identify and use equipment Introduces the types of equipment used in logistics facilities. Students will learn about various types of fork‐trucks, conveyors, packaging equipment, etc. They will also learn the concepts of preventive and corrective maintenance for material handling equipment. 

4‐Safety Principles  Practice safety principles Introduces the concept of safety in the logistics environment. Students will learn about worker and workplace safety principles including accident prevention. They will also learn about government safety requirements. 

5‐Safe Material Handling and Equipment Operation 

Practice safety principles in the handling of materials and operating of equipment  

Introduces the concept of safety on the job for material handling workers. Students will learn safe material handling and lifting practices and proper use of personal protective equipment. They will also learn material handling equipment safety. 

6‐Quality Control Principles 

Practice quality control principles Introduces the principles of quality control in a logistics facility. Students will learn about quality control systems such as: Six Sigma, TQM, Lean, PDCA, etc. They will also learn about the role of the frontline worker in quality control including audits and managing non‐conformities. 

7‐Work Communications 

Employ good work communication practices 

Covers communication skills in the workplace. Students will learn about internal and external communication including clear communication between shifts and customer communication.  

8‐Teamwork and Good Workplace Conduct 

Practice teamwork and good workplace conduct to solve problems 

Teaches basic problem solving skills, effective teamwork and meeting SMART goals. Students will learn how to be an effective team‐member. They will also learn good workplace conduct (employability skills).  

9‐Using Computers   Use relevant computer systems and applications to increase productivity 

Introduces general computers and general computer software used in logistics environment. Students will also learn about general technology used in the logistics environment (e.g. bar codes, RFID, etc.). 

 

 

 

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Supply Chain Logistics: Mid‐Level Technical Knowledge The curriculum is designed to provide students with mid‐level technical knowledge of the world of supply chain logistics. 

This course covers the material handling aspect of the global supply chain and describes the mid‐level technical 

knowledge that front‐line material handling workers should master to perform well.  It is designed to give students more 

practical insight into the industry and how the frontline worker fits into that environment.   

Chapter  Key Activity  Description 

1‐Product Receiving  Receive products  Covers the activities involved in receiving products into a logistics facility. Students will learn how the receiving activity is important to all aspects of logistics including: production, inventory control and quality control. They will also learn the types of documentation used in the receiving department. 

2‐Product Storage  Stock products  Covers the activities involved in stocking products. Students will learn what factors affect how products are stored including: product shelf‐life, hazards, weight and size. They will also learn about the importance of proper routing of products and safe storage. 

3‐Order Processing  Process product orders  Explains the product order cycle. Students will learn about various picking processes and how they impact warehouse operations. They will also learn about the importance of picking accuracy and common order picking forms. 

4‐Packaging and Shipment 

Prepare packages for shipment and ship products 

Explains packaging and shipping procedures. Students will learn what types of packaging are best suited to products. They will also learn about shipping documentation and basic load distribution principles. 

5‐Inventory Control  Maintain control of inventory Explains how inventory control affects overall operation. Students will learn basic inventory management principles, stock rotation and inventory tracking methods. They will also learn about the technology used to control and monitor inventory. 

6‐Safe Handling of Hazardous Materials 

Handle hazardous materials in a safe manner 

An overview of the safe handling of hazmats. Students will learn about hazmat classifications. They will also learn about the rules and regulations that affect hazmat storage and transport. 

7‐Evaluation of Transportation Modes 

Evaluate transportation modes Explains, in detail, the various transportation modes used to transport products throughout the supply chain. Students will learn the advantages and disadvantages of common transport methods. They will also learn about the rules and regulations that affect transport of goods.  

8‐Dispatching and Tracking Operations 

Perform dispatch, routing and tracking operations 

Explains how products are managed during transport, both domestically and internationally. Students will learn about basic customs documentation and the rules and regulations guiding international transport of products. Students will also learn about intermodal transportation.  

9‐U.S./Metric Conversions  

Understand U.S. measurements and metric system conversions 

Explains basic measurement techniques. Students will also learn how to convert measurements between U.S. and metric systems. 

 

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CLT OVERVIEW

An industry-led, non-profit, the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council is the national leader in preparing individuals with the core technical competencies needed for frontline work in advanced manufacturing and logistics. In the logistics arena, MSSC provides the first-ever training and certification program for frontline work (entry-level through first-line supervisory) in material handling and distribution. MSSC offers the foundational-level Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) and mid-level technical Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) program. A list of the Key Work Activities that underpin the standards, courseware and assessments for CLA and CLT is attached, as well as a list of the company affiliations of the industry subject matter experts who helped develop the original standards. CLT is the only certification for frontline logistics workers that is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under ISO Standard 17024 (Personnel Certification) and endorsed by the National Association of Manufacturers. The CLT training and credentialing system is based on industry‐defined, nationally validated, annually updated skill standards for the core technical competencies for material handling and distribution work in production sites, warehouses, distribution centers and transportation companies. The CLT training and certification system is available nationwide through MSSC’s network of authorized instructors and assessment centers in 49 states. The CLT credentialing system for supply chain logistics is modeled after the well-established MSSC standards, curriculum, assessment and credentialing system for the foundational skills of manufacturing production workers—the MSSC-Certified Production Technician (CPT). MSSC developed CLT under a July 2007 grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to Workforce Solutions North Central Texas in close cooperation with the Hillwood Alliance TX Global Logistics Hub. CLA and CLT are among the leading civilian credentials being used by the Armed Services, which are responsible under the FY 2014 Defense Authorization Act to provide industry credentials to active duty service personnel to facilitate a successful transition to good paying civilian jobs. To date MSSC has issued 4,300 credentials to active duty service members. The CLT program has also been recognized by Job Corps and approved by the VA for GI Bill reimbursement. These industry-recognized, nationally portable credentials help prepare individuals for careers in the rapidly growing and changing world of global supply chain logistics. Companies will benefit from a pipeline of higher skilled workers, decreased recruitment costs, reduced turnover, elimination of remedial training costs, and an agile, readily trainable workforce able to adapt to change—the “Industrial Athlete of the Future.” For further information on the CLT certification system, contact MSSC at 703-739-9000. Also, see www.msscusa.org.

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CLT Standards

Key Work Activities for Standards, Training and Assessments

Foundation-level Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the various roles in the global supply chain logistics life cycle 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the logistics environment 3. Operate and use equipment 4. Practice safety principles 5. Practice safety principles in the handling of materials and operation of equipment 6. Practice quality control principles 7. Employ work communication practices 8. Practice teamwork and good workplace behavior to solve problems 9. Use relevant computer systems and applications to increase productivity

Mid-level Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) 1. Receive products 2. Stock products 3. Process product orders 4. Prepare packages for shipment and ship products 5. Maintain control of inventory 6. Handle hazardous materials in a safe manner 7. Evaluate transportation modes 8. Perform dispatch, routing and tracking operations 9. Understand U.S. measurements and metric system conversions

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CLT COMPANIES

Company Affiliations of Subject Matter Experts Who Developed MSSC’s National Logistics Standards

ACT Logistics

AFC Worldwide Express

Alliance Global Logistics Hub Hillwood

American Airlines DFW Cargo

Americold Logistics

Anderson Windows and Doors

Associated Wholesale Grocers

Behr Process Corporation

Bell Helicopter

Best Buy

Blockbuster

BNSF

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Freight Management

DART Transportation

DC Logistics

Deloitte Consulting

DHL

Expeditors

Greatwide Distribution Logistics

Grainger Industrial Supply

Horizon Lines

Intel

JC Penny Logistics Center

KFS Logistics

Lehigh Career and Technical Institute

(UPS Trainer)

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

Motorola/Excel

Navistar

Nestle

On Target Supplies and Logistics

Penser

PetMate

Performance Team

Radio Shack

Recaro Aircraft Seating

Rockwell Collins Inc.

Schneider National

SHR Consulting

Solutia Inc.

Swift

Union Pacific and Penske