TIPS certification is alcohol awareness training. The classes are offered a couple times throughout the year and are good for 3 years. You must be TIPS certified to work ANY event at the Amphitheater and any concerts at the Ted Constant Center.  You do NOT have to be TIPS certified to work sporting events, non-alcoholic events or some locations during concerts.  It is preferred that you are TIPS certified even if you don't want to sell alcohol, that way there is never any question.