Cable / Telecom News

SCTE revamps certifications

EXTON, PA — The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) last week announced it has made significant updates to its Broadband Premise Installer (BPI) and Broadband Premises Technician (BPT) certifications. BPI certification is geared toward entry-level professionals interested in working for a cable operator, contractor or vendor, and demonstrates an ability to install basic residential telecommunications services. The corresponding BPI training series is comprised of three courses focused on safety, customer service and installation fundamentals. The BPT certification demonstrates an experience technician’s ability to troubleshoot common issues in the field. With the three courses of the BPI training series providing...