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What is Mobility Training?

Mobility training is a free training program to help people with disabilities and senior citizens learn to use the RTC fixed-route transit service safely and properly. Mobility training is meant to aid people in developing the skills and confidence necessary to travel independently.

This program is offered both one-on-one or in a group setting.

Mobility training is a free program that helps:

  • Anyone who wants to learn more about using transit
  • People with disabilities
  • Seniors
  • Students in special education programs

You’ll learn how to:

  • Plan your trip using the rideRTC app
  • Read the bus schedule and use a bus map
  • Use the farebox and ticket machine
  • Safely get on and off the bus
  • Travel independently and confidently

Mobility Training Success Stories

You don’t need to be an RTC paratransit rider to join. Anyone who wants help learning to ride is welcome.

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Where Does Training Happen?

We offer training in two ways:

In Person at the Mobility Training Center (MTC)

We Come to You:

  • With our Mobility Training on the GO program, we will come to visit your organization.

Mobility Training on the GO

The Mobility Training Center On The GO will visit organizations and conduct 1.5 hours of group transit training, which will include:

  • How to use RTC’s fixed-route (city bus) system
  • How to read the transit guide and use the pocket map
  • How to plan your trip using the guide or the rideRTC mobile app
  • How to pay for your ride using the farebox, ticket validator, or mobile app
  • How to safely get on and off the bus if you use a wheelchair or mobility device
  • How to secure your mobility device once you’re on board
  • How to get a free Mobility Trained ID card (for eligible riders)

The program is available to book Monday – Thursday.

Mobility Training on the Go Fact Sheet

Schedule a Training

Or call (702) 676-1767

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Seniors on the GO

Want to help your residents stay active, independent, and connected? RTC offers free group transit training at senior centers and senior living communities.

Schedule a Training

Or call (702) 676-1767

What’s Included in the Training?

Our mobility instructors will come to your location to teach the basics of riding RTC’s fixed-route (city) buses. The training lasts about 2 hours and includes:

  • A short presentation on how RTC buses work
  • Free transit guides and pocket maps
  • How to plan a trip using the rideRTC app or printed guides
  • How to find your nearest bus stop
  • A demo ride on a real RTC bus (we bring it to your location!)
  • How to pay for your ride and request your stop
  • How to get on and off the bus safely, including with a wheelchair or walker
  • How to get a free reduced fare ID card for eligible seniors

Training includes forms to apply for the reduced fare card.

Group Requirements

  • Please have at least 10 seniors participate
  • Training can be scheduled Monday through Thursday
  • Allow 2 hours for the full session

Prefer to Come to Us?

Bring your group to the Mobility Training Center (MTC), located at 5165 W. Sunset Road.

  • Full group training in a large classroom
  • Tour of the Mobility Training Center
  • A look at other RTC programs that support seniors and people with disabilities

Training for Special Education Students

RTC offers free transit training for Clark County School District (CCSD) high school and middle school students in the Special Education Program. Our goal is to help students learn how to ride RTC’s buses safely, confidently, and independently. Teachers and support staff are welcome to join the session too.

Schedule a Training

Or call (702) 676-1767

What’s Included in the Training?

The session lasts about 2 hours and includes:

  • A short presentation on RTC city bus service
  • How to read the transit guide and pocket map
  • How to plan a trip using the rideRTC app
  • Hands-on demo of how to: Use the farebox and ticket validator, buy a pass from a ticket vending machine (TVM) and board and exit the bus safely
  • A tour of the Mobility Training Center (MTC)
  • Free reduced fare ID cards for all eligible students who complete training

Training Details

  • We can host your group at the Mobility Training Center (MTC) or send a mobility instructor to your school.
  • Sessions are available Monday through Thursday
  • We can train up to 20 participants total (students and staff)
  • Optional: Schedule a demo bus trip from your school to a destination of your choice
  • Example field trip destinations include parks, libraries, or community centers.

More Information

Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation Form

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Need Mobility Training Help?

Check our Help Center for step-by-step instructions.

Or call Customer Service: (702) 228-4800

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(702) 676-1834

Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week