Certifications
Our courses offer independent fiber optic certifications and BICSI Continuing Education Credits (CECs), demonstrating progressive competency in technical skills. Professional certifications confirm your organization's commitment to industry standards, enhance credibility, reduce turnover, and improve project efficiency and customer satisfaction, setting your workforce apart in the competitive market.
Many of our classes are eligible for independent fiber optic certifications through third-party industry organizations, groups, and many of our courses are eligible for BICSI Continuing Education Credits (CECs). These certifications are typically progressive levels and show competency in hands-on skills and technical knowledge.
ETA International Certification
The Electronics Technicians Association International (ETA ®) certified technicians are professionally recognized as having the knowledge and skills to meet international de facto electronics industry standards.
FBA Certification
The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) certification indicates a professional level of technical competence in fiber to the home technologies. It consists of demonstrating knowledge and familiarity with FTTH architecture, network design, deployment technology, and operational skills. These certifications are not directed at specific vendors’ equipment; rather it demonstrates professional competence on a broad base of FTTH topics.
UTC Certification
Utilities Technology Council (UTC) Fiber Optic Professional (FOP) certifications address aerial and underground fiber-optic networks for distribution and transmission, as well as rights-of-ways issues.
OTT Certification
In partnership with Fiber Insight, Light Brigade offers independent certification through Optical Technology Training (OTT). OTT certification is designed to help you to put fiber optics and optical networking systems into current and foreseeable best practices, in accordance with relevant standards. OTT certification is included in the course fee and achieved through the successful completion of coursework and exam.
NCTI Certification
NCTI provides workforce performance products, consulting services, and education for broadband professionals. You can earn credits towards the NCTI Master Technician HFC Networks (MTH) Certification by attending Fiber Optics 1-2-3.
Graduates of NCTI's Fiber Installation and Activation and Fiber Testing and Maintenance courses are also eligible to attend the Fiber Optics 1-2-3 two-day hands-on labs, which provide the skills required to properly design, install, and maintain fiber optic networks.
BICSI CECs
BICSI, a not-for-profit telecommunications association, is a worldwide resource for technical publications, training, and conferences for low-voltage cabling distribution design and installation. See below for the Light Brigade courses that are recognized for BICSI Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
Why Certify?
Organizations that invest in professional certification experience many benefits beyond highly skilled and dedicated team members. Employees who earn a certification feel valued, respected, and happier which can help reduce costly staff turnover. Certification instills confidence in creating problem solvers that execute projects with increased efficiencies, saving both time and money – significantly improving the bottom line.
Professional certification instills confidence in both your customers and the workforce. Employees will know you are invested in their success and customers will appreciate your dedication to the quality of services you provide. Set yourself apart from the competition with a certified workforce that consistently delivers on customer service and increases customer satisfaction.
Course Requirements for Certificates
Foundational
Intermediate
Advanced
Course | FOI | FTAA | FOT-OSP | Level 1 Technician | Level 2 Designer | Level 3 Adv Designer | FTTx OSP Design | FTTH | CFCE | CONA | CONE | BICSI |
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Fiber Optics 1-2-3 Two-Day | 15 CECs | |||||||||||
Fiber Optics 1-2-3 Four-Day | 30 CECs | |||||||||||
BFOT Level 1 | 15 CECs | |||||||||||
Industrial & Harsh Environments | 28 CECs | |||||||||||
Fiber Optics for Wireless | ||||||||||||
Utilities Level 1 | ||||||||||||
Utilities Level 2 | ||||||||||||
Advanced OSP Technician | 26 CECs | |||||||||||
OTDR Testing Deep Dive | 12 CECs | |||||||||||
CFHP | ||||||||||||
FTTx OSP Design | 22 CECs | |||||||||||
Utilities Level 3 | ||||||||||||
CFCE | ||||||||||||
CONA | ||||||||||||
CONE |