Broadband & Fiber Specialist

Broadband Fiber Specialist Training Program

Prepare for a successful entry into the broadband fiber optics industry with the technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and safety practices needed to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic systems in residential, commercial, and new construction environments.  Graduates are prepared for a career as Fiber optic cable installers, Broadband equipment installation technicians, Fiber optic splicing technician trainees, or Broadband equipment troubleshooters.

When:    Mondays and Tuesdays, from 5:30pm - 8:30pm.  Duration is approximately 13 weeks.  Next session dates TBA.

Where:  CCS' Columbus Downtown High School (364 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215)

Cost: $1,500.00 – payment plan available

Successful completion of this training program awards you the following Industry-Recognized Credentials:

• Certified Premises Cabling Technician (CPCT®)
• Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT®)
• OSHA -10 General Industry Certification

To be considered for training, a candidate must:

• be able to distinguish between colors and be able to navigate small enclosures and have the dexterity to manage small fiber lines.
• be 18+ years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
• meet minimum scores on the Skills Readiness Assessment (WorkKeys), given as part of the admissions process.  The cost for this exam is $40.  Note, alternatively, if you have already earned a CompTIA or a Cisco certification, you may provide a copy of the certificate or evidence of 2+ years of work experience as an industry technician to fulfil this enrollment requirement.
• provide legal ID and a Social Security card or other evidence of eligibility to work, such as a green card.

To apply, follow these steps:

1) Complete the BFS Program Application

2) Gather the required application documents including evidence related to high school education, legal ID, and Social Security card

3) Submit your complete application in person to Adult & Community Education-Columbus City Schools, Student Services Department, 2323 Lexington Avenue, Columbus, OH  43211

4) Schedule and pay for your assessment in the Student Services Department

5) Take the assessment. Upon passing the assessment, you will be notified of enrollment

BFS STUDENT HANDBOOK