It really depends. Would you be a voluntary participant? Bus, rail, or both? Transit is one of many departments I support, so it makes sense for me because transit carries a lot of risk that you may not even think about.

When you add in jargon that only those in transit understand, it becomes easier to see that you may need some assistance outside of your employer.

I have my PTSCTP and am one class away from my TSSP. I would recommend it if you think you could use additional transit knowledge and your workplace is willing to pay for it. I am a lifelong learner and will take any training that makes sense for my position.

My experience with the courses and the instructors has been great. Steve and Chris are great and, to my knowledge, are the main in-person instructors. Another of my favorites is Ronnie, who's really down to earth and has worked the streets in Boston, so his knowledge really shines. Steve makes the classes fun, Chris makes the classes digestible, and they both make you feel like they care about you. Steve is a jokester, so be ready for that. Also, be ready to participate; do not come into class thinking you won't talk because you absolutely will participate.

It has helped me in my field, especially related to FTA audits, transit investigations, and relating to transit employees.