FOA Direct Certification
For Experienced Fiber Optic Technicians

 techs have been certified by The FOA

 

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FOA certifications More On FOA Certifications   First Level CFOT® CPCT    Specialist Certifications CFOS Specialist Certifications KSAs for CFOT and all Fiber Optics FOA Approved Training Programs Online Study Guides and References Free online self-study programs on many fiber optics and cabling topics are available free at Fiber U, FOA's online web-based training website. Applications FOA Direct Certification Application (XLSX worksheet, experienced technicians only, no students) Renewals FOA Renewal Policy   Renewal Application(pdf) Renewal Online   FOA Reference Guide   FOA Reference Books  Available Printed or eBooks The Basic Fiber book is also available in Spanish, Portuguese and French. Premises Cabling, FTTH Handbook and Design books are also available in Spanish        Printed copies of Lennie Lightwave's Guide at Amazon.com Lennie's and Uncle Ted's Guides are also not available as free iBooks on iTunes.    Click on any of the books to learn more.   It's now CFOT®  The FOA CFOT® (Certified Fiber Optic Technician) is now a registered trademark.

FOA Direct Certification Program For Experienced Fiber Optic Technicians FOA welcomes experienced technicians to apply directly to the FOA to become certified. FOA’s Direct Certification Program makes it possible for experienced fiber techs to qualify for the FOA certifications directly without attending a course at an FOA Approved School. The FOA Direct Certification Program requires documented relevant experience in the field and passing a certification exam. Who May Apply For Direct FOA Certification You must meet FOA’s requirements for experience and knowledge to to apply for FOA Direct Certification. Applicants should understand the FOA certifications and ensure they meet the requirements for the certification they apply for. Most applicants begin with the CFOT certification which is the basic fiber tech certification. Applicants for CPCT, CFOS/D and CFOS/H can apply. Applicants for specialist skills certifications CFOS/S, CFOS/T, CFOS/C or CFOS/O must have a CFOT certification first. You must have at least 2 years recent experience working as a technician in a field that involves fiber optics. Qualifying work is typically in the following technical areas: telecommunications, Internet, CATV, IT/LANs/Data Centers or any of the many fields that use fiber for communications like the oil and gas industry, industrial controls, intelligent highways, security, military or government services, etc. Qualifying experience should be in the following types of job categories: design, install, test, manage, operate, maintain and repair fiber optic networks or supervise technical workers doing these jobs. About the only job functions we do not recognize for work experience are general management, marketing or sales. If you think you meet these qualifications, fill in the application form completely and submit it to the FOA for consideration. If your application is accepted, the cost of the FOA Direct Certification Program is $20US for the Fiber U self-study program to prepare for the certification exam and $150US for the FOA certification exam, paid by credit card when taking the exams. All applicants for FOA certification must use the FOA Direct Certification Application (MS XLSX worksheet file) Fill out the application completely including the Work Experience and Training sections and return to FOA.. When your FOA Direct Certification Application is received at FOA, an FOA advisor will be assigned and they will contact you regarding the certification process. Please note: FOA is experiencing a high volume of applications for FOA Direct Certification and applications take time to review applicant credentials and check references. You should receive a confirmation of your application within 2-4 weeks and the entire process  may take 2-3 months. Steps For Direct FOA Certification If your application meets FOA’s requirements for experience and knowledge, you will be accepted in the FOA Direct Certification program and an FOA advisor assigned to help you complete the process.The steps leading to direct certification are these. 1. Verify your experience 2. Verify your knowledge 3. Interview (may be required) 4. Take the certification exam Also, this process is available in English only – you must have adequate English language skills to participate in this program Applicants should understand the FOA certifications and ensure they meet the requirements for the certification they apply for. Most begin with the CFOT certification which is the basic fiber tech certification. When your application is received at FOA, it will be reviewed and an FOA advisor will be assigned to assist you throughout the Direct Certification process. All applicants for FOA certification must use the FOA Direct Certification Application (MS XLSX worksheet file, for experienced technicians only) Please note: FOA is experiencing a high volume of applications for FOA Direct Certification and applications take time to review applicant credentials and check references. You should receive a confirmation of your application within 2-4 weeks and the entire process may take 2-3 months. Please be patient.

 

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