Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) provides free fixed-route travel training to teach interested individuals on how to safely and independently ride the MST bus system. Everyone is eligible.
- Gain independence and confidence.
- Meet other workers, students, retirees, and vacationers.
- Get or stay involved with community activities
- Ride in a safe, clean, and well-maintained vehicle.
- Leave the driving to the professionals.
- Save thousands of dollars a year.
MST offers travel training to individuals, groups, and organizations. All coaches are fully accessible to persons with special mobility needs. Training involves a brief classroom session and/or a bus ride accompanied by a travel trainer.
General Fixed-Route Travel Training
The participant will receive the training and support necessary to meet their general bus traveling needs, including how to:
- Plan a trip
- Understand route maps, stops, schedules, and landmarks
- Get to and from bus stops safely
- Get on and off the bus safely
- Pay fares and purchase passes
- Ride a specific route
- Transfer to other buses
- Use a mobility device when riding
Destination-Specific Travel Training
For participants with cognitive challenges who may need more extensive training, MST offers the training and support necessary to access specific locations such as work, school, community centers and medical providers.
Mobility Device Travel Training
Participants will receive a combination of practical instruction and safety tips involving equipment demonstrations and hands-on experiences.
Train the Mobility Trainer
This training is for individuals working for an organization. Does your role in your organization include teaching your clients how to safely and independently travel using the MST bus system to get to or from their desired destination ( medical, work, shopping, or leisure activities)? If so, training is available on the last Wednesday of each month, or by appointment. Individuals who receive the training are issued a Mobility Trainer identification card valid on MST buses - allowing the trainer to ride with their client(s) free of charge, provided their clients hold a valid MST Courtesy Card. The Mobility Trainer photo ID card is only valid up to two(2) years from the date issued.
* Last Wednesday of each month may change, please contact the Mobility Department at least the day before to confirm.
Contact MST for program information
1-888-678-2871
mobility@mst.org
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