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August 1, 2026 08:00:00

IMSA Membership

Why Join IMSA?

Become a part of the oldest known public safety association in the world


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Discover Why Transportation Public Safety Professionals Join IMSA

Range of Member Savings

IMSA members receive a discount on several services, including certification renewals, courses in participating sections and Forum & Expo registration.

Access to Exclusive Resources

Members have exclusive access to continuing education tracking, our online community called Intersect, print and electronic subscriptions to the IMSA Journal, new product previews, and more. 

Robust Networking Opportunities

Be part of and interact with an international peer community advancing the public safety industry.

Educational & Certification Programs

IMSA offers educational and certification programs in Traffic Signals, Signs and Markings, Work Zone Traffic Control, Municipal and Interior Fire Alarm systems, Fiber Optics and Transportation Center Systems.

Opportunities to Further Your Career in Public Safety

At the meetings, mutual problems are discussed, solutions presented, and personal contact with exchange of ideas is assured.  Technical papers are presented by members, engineers and other experts.

The Most Trusted Industry Association

We are the oldest known association of its kind in the world and date back to 1896. Today IMSA certifies tens of thousands of technicians and stands as the most regarded name in public safety.

Membership Features

Features Public Agency Individual Associate Individual Operational Individual Public Agency Company Sustaining Company
Certification Savings ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Forum & Expo Savings ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Course Savings ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Journal Subscription ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Monthly E-Newsletter ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Member-only Communication ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Access to Webinars ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
CEU Tracking ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Intersect Online Community ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Volunteer Opportunities ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
IMSA International Voting Privileges ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘
Leadership Opportunities for Voting Members ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘
Local Section Membership ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘
Sustaining Section Membership ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Company Administrator Role ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✔
Job Listing Savings ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✔
Buyer’s Guide Listing ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Advertising Savings ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Booth Savings ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Sponsorship Opportunities ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Press Release Posting ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔
Access to Member-Exclusive Career Center Benefits ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✘

Not Sure Which Membership Type Suits Your Needs?


Member Type Membership

INDIVIDUAL
Municipality Employee Public Agency Individual
Student Student Member
Private Business Employee (sales & product distribution) Associate Member
Private Business Employee (not in sales & product distribution) Operational Member

COMPANY
A firm, organization, company, or corporation with an interest in IMSA objectives Sustaining Member
Public agency wanting to purchase memberships for employees Public Agency Company Member


IMSA Member Mindy Gillespie

"IMSA is a vibrant organization with a diverse group of professionals who are passionate about advancing transportation technology and safety. Through my volunteer work, I have met many inspiring individuals, from fellow volunteers to industry experts. These connections have broadened my network and introduced me to new perspectives and ideas in the ITS field." - Mindy Gillespie

Have Questions?

Call (321) 392-0500 or email [email protected]