SCTE Central Florida Chapter

“Being certified by SCTE has always been my proudest credential.”
Bill DesRochers
Director of Technical Services
Time Warner Cable

SCTE certifications enable you, as an individual, to demonstrate proficiency of technical knowledge that is relevant to your career. Our certifications also serve to provide employers with an industry-recognized benchmark for technical expertise that may be incorporated into the hiring, promotion and other human resource management processes.

The SCTE Certification Program has recently been revised to more accurately reflect the new broadband technology MSO's and cable-related industries are involved with now. The Central Florida Chapter encourages members to participate in the SCTE Certification Program because this certification is recognized across our industry as one of the best educational programs available.

NEW! Request a proctor for your SCTE certifications! CLICK HERE and follow the "Request a proctor" link under "Certification".

SCTE Certification Program testing is available by appointment at the Central Florida Chapter meetings. Because the testing is done on-line it is necessary to establish testing dates based upon the number of participants. It is recommended that if you plan to test for one of the certifications that you notify the SCTE at least 45 days in advance. After you receive confirmation that your testing application has been processed by the SCTE you can contact one of Testing Chairmen, Steve Duchene, Robert Sears or Lennie Pici to schedule a testing date.

In order to earn a certification, you will need to pass an exam(s). If needed, you may re-take the exam. However, you will incur the testing fee each time. SCTE’s certifications are the only industry certifications to cover the entire HFC network.

Our recently expanded suite of certifications include:

Broadband Premises Specialist (BPS)
Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS)
Broadband Transport Specialist (BTS)
Broadband TelecomCenter Specialist (BTCS)
Broadband Communications Technician (BCT)
Broadband Communications Engineer (BCE)
Digital Video Engineering Professional (DVEP)

Exam Fees
Exam	Member	Non-Member
BPS	$30	$50
BDS	$30	$50
BTS	$30	$50
BTCS	$30	$50
BCT	$30	$50
BCE	$30	$50
DVEP	$125	$175

Online Application:
Certification & Enrollment Form
This form provides you with:
1. Enrollment in the certification program
2. Examination Selection
3. National Membership Enrollment

Testing requires this form to be processed by SCTE National before the exams can be given.

Certification Program Enrollment
SCTE Member $20
Non Member $40
National Membership Fee $58


		Broadband Communication Technician (BCT) Broadband Communication Engineer (BCE)
		Two comprehensive certification designations covering all aspects of the broadband network. The technician certification focuses on installation and maintenance of equipment and signals while the engineer certification focuses on understanding the technology behind the equipment. These programs certify your proficiency in seven major areas:
		Signal Processing Centers—design, antenna types and theory, channel equipment, satellite equipment, laser transmitters and receivers, and maintenance; Video and Audio Signals and Systems—baseband video and audio, production equipment, tests and measurements, digital in video and audio systems; Transportation Systems—regulatory concerns, microwave, fiber-optic, and satellite systems; Distribution Systems—calculations, system design engineering, distribution components, construction techniques, system proof and testing; Data Networking and Architecture—data basics, network architecture and media, transmission techniques, public networks, testing and maintenance; Terminal Devices—consumer equipment interface, set-top devices, program security methods, pay-per-view systems, regulations, performance testing; Engineering Management—ethics, professionalism and decision-making.
		Testing: seven exams (six multiple-choice and one essay) for BCT; same format for BCE.
		BCT/BCE Additional Information