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:

In-person boot camps | Online courses | More ways to learn

Fiber Boot Camps: Comprehensive, Hands-On Training

SCTE Fiber Boot Camps are designed to provide immersive, hands-on training experiences that equip participants with the latest critical fiber skills. Whether you’re an individual looking to advance your career or a company aiming to enhance your team’s capabilities, our boot camps provide a great way to gain hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving broadband industry.

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 (BFI) Boot Camp is launching at SCTE TechExpo 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

This program is perfect for individuals seeking in-person training and will include hands-on vendor presentations and an instructor-led tour of the TechExpo floor.

  • Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
  • Time: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
  • Location: SCTE TechExpo 2024, Atlanta, Georgia

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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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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.

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