Testing is an important function of our Chapter. We believe the SCTE Certification Program to be the best program in our industry, and encourage all of our members to participate whenever possible. More and more MSOs and cable-related industries are recognizing SCTE certification as a benchmark of current knowledge, and are also encouraging employees to participate.

Testing is available at chapter meetings or on-line by appointment. Due to the time frame in obtaining paper test materials and the advent of on-line testing, it is necessary to establish test dates and locations based on the number of participants and availability of testing facilities. After you receive notice that your test application has been processed by SCTE National, we highly recommend that you contact us to arrange a test date and location.

Broadband Specialist Certification Program

SCTE National has re-organized the certification program to more accurately reflect the new technology knowledge required in today's cable industry.

The following certifications are now available:

Broadband Premises Installer (BPI)

This certification describes the knowledge of an entry-level technician who will install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at the customer's premises.

Broadband Premises Technician (BPT)

This certification describes the knowledge of an experienced field technician who will install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at the customer's premises.

Broadband Premises Expert (BPE)

This certification describes the knowledge of an experienced field technician who will install and troubleshoot telecommunications services (video, voice, and data) at the customer's premises, as well as the knowledge to mentor and coach junior employees.

Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS)

Covers System Architectures, Distribution components, Signal types, Maintenance/Troubleshooting, and Safety/Construction.

Broadband Transport Specialist (BTS)

Covers Fundamentals of Optics, Optical Equipment, Transport Systems, Testing/Maintenance, and Safety/Construction.

Broadband Telecom Center Specialist (BTCS)

Covers Signal Processing Facilities/Equipment, Signal Protection Schemes, Baseband Signals, Maintenance, and Tests/Measurements. Additional endorsements are available for Data, Video, and Voice.

Digital Video Engineering Professional (DVEP)

The scope of this credential includes the design, analysis, testing, integration, deployment considerations, and troubleshooting of a variety of digital media systems from the headend to the customer premises.

Internet Protocol Engineering Professional (IPEP)

The scope of this certification includes the design, analysis, testing, integration, deployment considerations and troubleshooting of a variety of IP systems.

NOTE: Tests for the above categories (including additional endorsement tests) are 50 question multiple-choice and are taken through a special on-line website. Test results are immediately available.

In addition, the following certifications will continue to be available:

Broadband Communications Tech (BCT) Broadband Communications Engineer (BCE)

NOTE: Tests for the above categories are 50 question multiple choice and are paper-based (On-line testing coming in the future). Test results arrive in 4-6 weeks.