SCTE Fiber Learning Opportunities
Leading-Edge Virtual and In-Person Training
Equip your workforce with the knowledge, tools, and resources to meet the growing demand for fiber networks. SCTE partners with you to deliver high-quality training designed for the cable telecommunications industry.
Explore our wide range of professional development opportunities that support
the learning preferences and career goals of your team:
Fiber Boot Camps: Comprehensive, Hands-On Training
Expert Instruction
Learn from industry-certified experts who provide hands-on, practical training to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our boot camps use the same curriculum as SCTE’s online courses, with the added benefit of in-person, hands-on learning using the latest fiber equipment.
Exclusive Access
Registration includes access to the corresponding online fiber course and the professional certification exam, with one year of online access to the fiber training program.
SCTE’s New Fiber Boot Camp
The Broadband Fiber Installer Boot Camp provides intensive, hands-on training designed to equip learners with the skills necessary for SCTE’s BFI professional certification In this comprehensive three-day program, participants will:
- Gain an overview of fiber to the premises (FTTP) networks and their benefits.
- Explore passive optical networks (PON), installation tools, fiber preparation, optical power budgets, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Receive one year of access to the SCTE online BFI course and registration for the certification exam.
Upcoming Courses:
Stay tuned for additional dates and locations as more boot camps are scheduled throughout the year.
Corporate Boot Camps: Customizable Workforce Training
For companies looking to train their entire workforce, SCTE offers Corporate Onsite Boot Camps. These programs bring SCTE’s expertise directly to your location.
- Boost Training Efficiency: Train your team together for faster deployment and increased efficiency, saving money in the long run.
- Tailor Training to Your Needs: Work with our facilitators to customize the training based on your organization’s needs and your team’s current skill level.
- Onsite Convenience: SCTE comes to your location, minimizing downtime and maximizing learning outcomes for your team.
Interested in scheduling an onsite Boot Camp? Contact us for pricing information!
Self-Paced Online Courses
Give team members the flexibility and convenience to progress through training at their own pace. Online training courses cover a broad range of fiber topics to upskill your workforce and provide a complete understanding of network services. All online courses use the same curriculum as our onsite training and may also be available as boot camps.
Explore In-Demand Online Courses
Understanding Fiber Technology
Gain a deeper understanding of the technologies that support today’s cable telecommunications architecture. Participants will learn about fiber architectures, technologies used to deliver high-speed data, video services, voice-over IP (VoIP) telephony, networking the customer premises, and business and operations support systems.
Broadband Fiber Installation (BFI)
Understand the benefits of working with fiber to the premises (FTTP/FTTx) networks to service cable customers. Learners will explore passive optical networks (PON), differentiate them from an hybrid fiber coax (HFC) and Fiber Deep access network and recognize the equipment needed to support fiber networks. Participants will also learn about preparing fiber, splicing, working with multiple wavelengths, key optical measurements and troubleshooting.
Broadband Fiber Transport Specialist (BFTS)
Describe optical signal distribution in the access and transport network architectures, including fiber optic light theory, preventive maintenance, construction, diagnostics, troubleshooting and more.
Optical Fiber Construction (OFC)
Master SCTE’s Recommended Practices for Optical Fiber Construction and Testing. Topics include fiber design and application, optical power budgets, cable preparation, splices and connectors, field safety and more.
Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) Essentials
Explore the evolution of the HFC access network to accommodate higher capacity and improved reliability. Learners will examine modular headend architecture, remote physical (R-PHY), remote media access control (MAC)/PHY (R-MACPHY), powering requirements, DAA video deployments and new services like full duplex DOCSIS (FDX), extended-spectrum DOCSIS (ESD), virtualization, FTTx and software-defined networks.
Corning Fiber Broadband Technician (CFBT)
This Corning course provides students the knowledge upon completion to fill needed roles at carriers, construction firms and broadband providers.
Equip Your Workforce for the Future of Fiber
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More Ways to Learn
Looking for more ways to learn, collaborate and connect? Join SCTE for these special events and training opportunities.
SCTE TechExpo
Gather with the broadband community at the Americas’ largest broadband event. Our annual conference offers over 100 hours of learning plus activities, networking opportunities and a vibrant product/technology exhibition floor.
Local SCTE Chapters
Network with others in your area for hands-on training, professional development, special events, vendor days and more. Local chapters also offer webinars and SCTE certification testing opportunities in over 50 locations around the world. Find a local chapter to participate in upcoming events.
Professional Certifications
Enhance credibility by demonstrating mastery of industry standards and best practices.
LiveLearning Webinars
Enjoy members-only access to live, interactive webinars on the third Thursday of each month. Engage in real-time with other participants about a variety of current industry topics.
Get Ready for the Future of Fiber
Prepare your workforce with the skills, resources and development opportunities they need to build the next generation of fiber networks and architecture.
Contact Us
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You are welcome to call upon any staff member for support and assistance.