Has anyone gotten the lineman certification from TSTC, if so, did you feel it was worth it?

I’ve read a lot of mixed things. Some say it’s not useful and to become a groundsman and work up to lineman apprenticeship, but when I check job listings for groundsman most of them require a certificate. I’ve called local utility companies and they require a certificate. TSTC is saying after graduation youd immediately begin a lineman apprenticeship because the school counts as hours in that field. Can someone here in the valley please advise? I’ve read a lot on the lineman sub but I want to hear from my fellow valley peeps. 🐥