Certified Fiber Optic Specialist, Testing

Student learning to use OTDR

Advanced Fiber Certification Can Help Advance Your Career

We offer three advanced certification courses that can help you reach your career goals. You earn the Certified Fiber Optic Specialist (CFOS) certification from the Fiber Optic Association (FOA). In addition to this page, learn more about our specialist certification pages, including splicing and fiber to the home (FTTH).

Advanced Testing Class Overview

Using the proven FiberNexxt Way, trainees receive a combination of theory, practical reviews, and advanced skills in network testing. Graduates of this program earn the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Specialist Testing (CFOS/T) certification upon passing the course exam. We prepare you for the exam and help you build hands-on skills with equipment used in the field. The prerequisite for this class is either 4-day or 1-day certification. An online option is currently unavailable. Classes scheduled to start in Fall 2025.

Course Fee: $895 In Class; $795 Online

101,642

Technicians Certified by the FOA to Date

03/02/2025

What You Learn

Trainees learn advanced techniques in splicing, including:

Testing and troubleshooting methods.
Planning a loss budget
Practice using an optical power meter, optical light source, and visual fault locator
Using an OTDR

Class Options

We may have a class that fits your schedule. Select your course from the schedule and keep it on hand to complete your registration form. We have weekday (WD) and weekend (WND) classes in the classroom (C) and online (O). Online students should register as early as possible and allow 4-6 weeks for toolkit delivery. Registration deadlines are usually noon on the Monday before the first class day. Contact a team member at (678) 515-0115 for more information. Our courses are discounted if you sign up early, as shown on our class schedule.

Taking Our Online Courses

Tools are essential for completing hands-on skills training especially for our online classes. You can purchase our technician's toolkit or purchase tools on your own. Please ask for our checklist so that your tool purchases meet class requirements. With our toolkit, you’ll be equipped for your first job on day one. If you order our toolkit, please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

All online students must attend an orientation before the first day of class. This will help you become familiar with our video conferencing tools and confirm you have all required equipment for the class.

To see what’s included in our kit, visit our Online Toolkit section to view the basic course equipment. You will also need an OTDR to learn advanced testing methods. See the tool below. Both the toolkit and OTDR are needed for this class.

OTDR Tool Features and Highlights

Connectors: APC, UPC, RJ45
4.3" Touchscreen
Optical Power Meter
Optical Light Source
Single Mode Fiber Testing
Test Range: 5m – 100km
Visual Fault Locator
Wavelengths Tested: 1310nm / 1550nm
OTDR Tool Cost: $425 (includes shipping)

Registration and Discounts

The last registration day is usually noon, Monday before the first class of day. All course fees* include a non-refundable $395 deposit, which holds your seat. Our courses are discounted if you sign up early, as shown below. Then, visit our registration page, sign up for classes, or call (678) 515-0115. Please select your course from the list below and write it on your registration form.

Standard Course Fee. $795 in class; $695 online

Our Next CFOS/Testing Class

To Be Announced.

CFOS/Testing Class Schedule

Class Start Dates

Dates to be announced.

Registration Deadline

Classroom Fee: $595

Online Fee: $495

Dates to be announced.

* Dates and fees are subject to change without notice. Please call for the latest information.

**We recommend online students register 4 weeks in advance to allow time for toolkit delivery.

OTDR Tool