ETA Smart Home Certifications
Alarm Security Technicians must be able to identify and describe the operations of alarms and have basic understanding of technology and its configuration, fiber optics-telecommunications, software, and computers and locks. The CAST will be able to explain, understand, and use block diagrams and schematics, digital concepts, software, hand tools-soldering, data communications, and cameras and intercoms.
If you hold a Stand-Alone CAST and later complete the Associate CET (CETa), then you are eligible to upgrade to a Journeyman CET! To apply for the Journeyman CET, you must have two or more years of training/experience. To upgrade, please fill out the Journeyman CET upgrade form. Journeyman upgrades are $55.
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*Does not apply to FCC exams. Retakes must be completed within one year of the first exam session.
The ESNT was developed for technicians who have gained knowledge and skills needed to properly cable, connect, install, program and troubleshoot IP-enabled security devices onto local area networks and the Internet. This certification is an acknowledgement of the examinee’s familiarization and understanding of the hardware and theory of operation of this medium. It is a stand-alone certification that can also be used as a Journeyman option.
If you hold a Stand-Alone ESNT and later complete the Associate CET (CETa), then you are eligible to upgrade to a Journeyman CET! To apply for the Journeyman CET, you must have two or more years of training/experience. To upgrade, please fill out the Journeyman CET upgrade form. Journeyman upgrades are $55.
Additional Information
- FREE retake! ETA allows one free retake with all ETA certification exams after a 30-day waiting period.*
- ACCREDITED by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC).
*Does not apply to FCC exams. Retakes must be completed within one year of the first exam session.
Smart Technology Systems is a professional certification for those who design and oversee the installation and integration of electronics systems in residences and light commercial buildings. The objective of the integrator is to produce a residential or light commercial electronics systems package that will allow all data, control, and communication signals to be integrated at the premise controller and converged into one secure cohesive communication stream, to either be used within the premise or to be passed back and forth through the gateway. The technician should be proficient in the many protocols used over diverse media to communicate with and control residential and light commercial electronics systems.
Available STS Endorsements:
- Audio-Video (AV) - $80
- Computer Networking (CN) - $80
- Environmental Controls (EC) - $80
- Security-Surveillance (SS) - $80
The Smart Technology Systems exam is HALF PRICE if taken with one or more endorsements at the same time!
Additional Information
- FREE retake! ETA allows one free retake with all ETA certification exams after a 30-day waiting period.*
- ACCREDITED by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC).
*Does not apply to FCC exams. Retakes must be completed within one year of the first exam session.
ETA is proud to partner with eITprep to offer an online study resource for this ETA certification - only $59.95! You will have 6 months to complete the content. These courses are for self-study or certification maintenance purposes only, and do not lead to certification. You will need to sit for the appropriate exam by contacting an ETA Certification Administrator and/or ETA-Approved School.
The STS Master Integrator will be proficient in all of the core STS skills and knowledge and in planning and designing electronics and communications equipment systems and layout for new and existing construction. The STS Master Integrator is capable of designing the entire system and network for audio, video, data and control of security and environment to function in one IP bit stream converged at the home controller. He/she is also capable of troubleshooting and debugging the system and planning installation or modifications. The STS Master Integrator has extensive knowledge of the operation and technology and is proficient in each of the basic five subcategories of smart technology electronics.
The STS Master Integrator certification prerequisites include successfully completing the core STS certification requirements plus holding each of the four STS endorsements-Audio Video, Computer Networking, Environmental Control, and Security-Surveillance.
Additional Information
- FREE retake! ETA allows one free retake with all ETA certification exams after a 30-day waiting period.*
- ACCREDITED by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC).
*Does not apply to FCC exams. Retakes must be completed within one year of the first exam session.
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ETA publishes two books in-house for the popular Associate CET (CETa) basic electronics and Customer Service Specialist (CSS) workforce readiness certifications. Each of these study guides are written by industry professionals, and feature chapter quizzes and practice exams (actual certification examination questions are derived from their respective competencies). ETA members receive a discount on the ETA study guides. Bulk discounts are also available.
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