SCTE Fiber Training Academy

Building the Future of Connectivity

The telecommunications industry stands on the brink of a fiber revolution. As demands for speed, reliability and connectivity escalate, substantial investments in fiber infrastructure will be needed nationwide. With funding from programs like the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program, these projects will require an army of skilled workers to build and deploy broadband networks.

SCTE Fiber Training Academy equips your workforce with the critical skills needed to support this surge in fiber development, implement BEAD-funded projects and carry out fiber initiatives.

Keep Your Workforce Ahead of the Curve

The need for experienced fiber technicians has never been more urgent. As industry advancements create new training needs and expectations, SCTE provides everything you need to stay aligned with the dynamic fiber landscape and unlock the full potential of your workforce. Investing in a well-trained workforce can:

Reduce Operational Expenses (OpEx)

Improve home efficiency and productivity, reduce human error factor and keep costs low.

Increase Employee Satisfaction

Reduce frustration by ensuring that your workforce understands and has the skills to successfully fulfill job requirements.

Improve Employee Retention

Retain top talent in a fiercely competitive industry with education, industry certification and professional development opportunities.

Develop Leaders

Build leaders internally and reduce the need for external hires.

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Relevant, Accessible Training

Equip your team with easy-to-access, relevant training and learning opportunities from SCTE.

Industry and Market Changes

High-speed fiber internet has become the standard for staying connected. As technology has evolved to support higher-quality experiences, demand has increased for fiber-optic networks to support faster speeds, lower latency, increased bandwidth, improved reliability and seamless connectivity.

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Build for the Future With BEAD

BEAD seeks to close the digital divide by offering funding for fiber infrastructure development and construction. Funding opportunities prioritize areas with no internet access and areas with under-performing access.

As BEAD funding creates an increased demand for skilled workers with broadband-specific training, SCTE partners with you to upskill your workforce, complete certification and build for the future.

Why Choose SCTE?

SCTE has earned a long-standing reputation as a trusted, not-for-profit partner in the broadband and telecommunications industry. With expertise in technological leadership, engineering and education, SCTE is committed to creating value for our members. Our mission is to advance innovation, technology and workforce development.

  • Workforce training and education
  • Technical standards
  • Professional certifications
  • Knowledge resources
  • Collaboration events
  • Digital badging

Develop a Personalized Plan With Us

Let us help you plan for the future and train your workforce. To customize a training plan based on your needs, reach out below to connect with Steve Harris, VP of Global Commercial Relationships for SCTE.

Steve is an international subject matter expert with over 30 years of experience in technology, telecommunications and adult learning. He is responsible for the architecture of education programs, professional credentialing, hands-on skills training and customized career learning journeys designed to demonstrate return on investment (ROI) for operators. As a practitioner, he has instructed much of the SCTE educational library internationally.