The FOA Badge In Fiber Optics
An industry-wide credential for professionals working in fiber optics
FOA is best known as the certifying body for the 100,000 FOA-certified fiber optic technicians who design and build worldwide networks. FOA is also known for its extensive knowledge base in fiber optics - online references, printed textbooks, YouTube videos and the free Fiber U online learning site.
FOA has been asked many times about credentials for other professionals in fiber optics. Besides the technicians that design, build and operate the fiber optic networks the world uses for communications, there are many other professionals that are essential for the success of the fiber optic and cabling industries. These professionals manufacture, sell and distribute fiber optic components or plan and manage the projects that include fiber optics.
For everyone working in the fiber optic field. FOA now offers the FOA Badge in Fiber Optics.
What is a "Badge"?
Badges are a twenty-first century innovation of the high tech industry, digital credentials created to recognize achievements in technical fields, compatible with the online platforms users depend on for communication today, like LinkedIn, Facebook, etc. A badge may be achieved by demonstrating knowledge, expertise and experience and is evidence the badge holder may use to show their achievements.Badges are the way professionals convey their verified knowledge, expertise and professionalism to their employers, colleagues and others they work with.
Digital badges offer tremendous value to the earner. Employers, coworkers, customers, essentially everyone the earner interacts with in their work, can easily validate the earner's credentials with a single click. Badges let the earner stand out from those who do not have similar verified knowledge, experience and achievements. Badges simplify sharing credentials on the platforms which are widely used in business.
What does the FOA Badge in Fiber Optics look like online?
Earning the FOA Badge in Fiber Optics means you get an personal website that allows you to share your Badge and post it on your LinkedIn or Facebook page and even add the badge to your email signature.
From your personal web page, you can download a Badge certificate to print also.
Who Qualifies For The FOA Badge In Fiber Optics?
The FOA Badge In Fiber Optics is available to all professionals working with fiber optics, including management, supervision, production, marketing, sales, applications engineering, and at all levels of agencies in governments.The Badge signifies comprehensive knowledge about fiber optics, how it is used in communications, the jargon or language of fiber optics, the components used to build networks, the design and installation processes, and the operation of fiber optic communications networks.
Candidates for the FOA Badge In Fiber Optics must verify their professional status and pass an online knowledge test.
What Do Industry People Say About The FOA Badge in Fiber Optics?
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work with all levels of management at enterprise as well as contractor
customers and a badge from the FOA would be a valuable addition to their
knowledge base as well as resume. Recruiters and company HR would be
able to use this certification as a search parameter to find the right
person for positions requiring fiber optic knowledge.
We support your idea and understand the commercial and online presence benefit in growing our community.
FOA's reputation in certifying 100,000 techs
who build fiber optic networks lends instant credibility and acceptance
to this Badge for all the other contributors to fiber optics.
Achieving The FOA Badge In Fiber Optics
Candidates must have experience working in fiber optics. Candidates must then pass
the FOA Badge In Fiber Optics test. To prepare for the test, it is recommended you take the free FOA Badge In Fiber Optics self-study course,
or have completed the Fiber U Basic Fiber Optics course in the recent
past. At the end of the self-study program, take the online
test for the Badge.
Interested In FOA Certification?
fiber optic techs have been certified by The FOA worldwide!
Experienced fiber optic technicians may apply for FOA Certification through FOA's Direct Certification Program
- Those just getting started in fiber optics should find an FOA-Approved school
Disclaimer:
Any badge granted by The FOA does not constitute licensure to practice or provide services when required by any relevant law. The FOA badge does not in any way imply that The FOA assumes responsibility or liability for any badge holder's actions, and badge holders indemnify The FOA from any liability resulting from their actions.
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FOA reserves the right to make changes to the certification programs without notice.