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Become an EXFO-certified contractor

The EXFO-certified contractor (ECC) program

The ECC program is designed to train contractors across the Americas and the EMEA on key technical aspects of fiber-optic networks. It also covers the use of EXFO solutions, enabling faster and more confident network transformations. The ECC program offers training sessions that will provide you with the expertise needed to operate any test equipment along with the knowledge to address any troubleshooting issues.

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Why become an EXFO-certified contractor?

EXFO-certified contractors are skilled in the use of the industry’s leading fiber-optic test solutions. In addition to gaining valuable expertise, this certification helps contractors in the following ways:

Competence

Ensure the work is done right the first time from test to reporting, increase efficiency, and learn useful tips when troubleshooting in the field.

Compliance

Meet customer expectations in terms of quality, time and budget.

Compensation

Competence and compliance are directly linked to getting paid faster and getting more job opportunities.

Marketing and branding

EXFO endorses its certified contractors to customers looking for highly qualified professionals.

Services

Certified contractors have access to EXFO’s industry-leading post-sales support and technical resources.

On-demand and for all levels

Free training sessions for contractors of any skill/experience level. Available anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace.

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BICSI – Continuing Education Credits (CECs)

Complete the Fiber Fundamentals program to earn 5 BICSI CECs and the Data Center program to earn 4 CECs.

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Fiber fundamentals
Gain essential knowledge in fiber-optic networks.

Industry-specific training courses
Enrich your knowledge and gain expertise with application-oriented modules.

Data center modules (BISCI-certified) 

Gain essential knowledge in data center testing and certification with this comprehensive program, featuring five BICSI-certified courses with quizzes and a final exam. Upon completion, earn an EXFO certificate and 4 BICSI Continuing Education Credits (4 CECs) while mastering the essential skills for today’s high-performance data centers. 

Note: If you have already completed the Fiber-101 module in the Fiber Fundamentals program, you will be exempt from retaking it under this program.

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An introduction to data center networks (DC-101)

Gain a foundational understanding of data center infrastructure and best practices: data center network architecture, infrastructure and standards. 

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Introduction to fiber optics  
(Fiber-101) 

Discover the world of optical fiber: its essence, the importance of attenuation, reflection mechanics, and diverse fiber types.

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Duplex and multi-fiber inspection
and cleaning (DC-102)

Learn fiber and connector basics, how to detect damaged/dirty connectors, explore cleaning techniques, and understand fiber inspection scopes.

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Tier-1 certification:
optical loss test set (OLTS) in data centers
(DC-103)

Explore the challenges of certifying duplex and multi-fiber links. Learn how to overcome Tier-1 certification challenges, ensure link performance and achieve fast and accurate results the first time using an OLTS. 

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Tier-2 certification:
optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) in data centers
(DC-104)

Learn to interpret OTDR measurements using general reflectometry theory. Understand the limitations of both the theory and the instrument to achieve reliable and accurate results.

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