SkillBuilder Fiber Tech Testing Hands-on Skills Training

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Fiber Tech Skills Testing Training Overview

We help you learn the skills used in today's fiber optic jobs in Marietta, Georgia, near Atlanta. We offer training online or in class on weekdays and weekends. With the FiberNexxt Way, you'll receive step-by-step hands-on training in connector termination, and testing in a comfortable, work-like setting. This class may be affordable if you only need skills and want to enter the field quickly. Since this is a non-certification class, students earn a Certificate of Completion.

Course Fee: $595 in class; $495 online

What You Learn From Our Course

You'll learn key skills used currently in the field, including:

Testing cable for signal connection.
Testing cable for insertion loss.
Learning basic troubleshooting techniques.

Class Options

You can attend training in our classroom or online, and we offer dates* that fit most schedules. Select your course from the class schedule and keep it on hand to complete your registration form.

Weekdays. This live session usually meets 3 weeks per month at our Marietta, Georgia school.

Weekends. This class usually meets on the first two weekends in February, April, June, August, October and December.

Online. These live classes meets on the first two weekends in January, March, May, July, September, and November.

Taking Our Online Courses

Tools are essential for completing hands-on skills training especially for our online classes. You can purchase our 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. To see what’s included in the kit, visit the online toolkit section.

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.

Registration and Discounts

The last registration day is usually noon, Monday, before the first class day. All course fees include a non-refundable $395 deposit, which holds your seat. Discounts are unavailable for this course. We offer recommendations on how to pay for our course in our ways to pay section. Visit our registration page to sign up for classes, or call (678) 515-0115. Select your course from the list below and write it on your registration form.

Our Next SkillBuilder Testing Class

Select your course start date below and enter it on your registration form.

Classroom. 03/12/2025, 03/19/2025, 03/26/2025, 04/12/2025, 04/16/2025, 04/30/2025, 05/29/2025
Online. 03/22/2025, 04/23/2025, 05/21/2025, 05/24/2025, 06/18/2025
Schedule. For our full class schedule, sign on to our desktop.

Pathway to Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certification

We offer a pathway if you're interested in pursuing an FOA certification. Register for a basic certification class within a year of completing your SkillBuilder class. You only need to complete the theory, splicing, and class project/certification exam sessions, which you can complete online or in class. This option cannot be combined with discounts. Call us for details and scheduling.

What to Expect After Completing Our Course

Upon completing our course, you should have the skills to perform entry-level tasks as an in-house fiber technician or independent contractor. Although we cannot guarantee job placement, we will refer you to our partners and former clients for work opportunities. Also, we will consider you for available openings on our projects. Also, you will also have access to our instructor/contractors upon obtaining your first assignment. We're happy to answer questions and provide guidance as much as possible to help you succeed.

SkillBuilder Testing Schedule

Registration deadlines are 12 noon on the Monday before the first day of class. Visit our registration page to sign up for classes, or call (678) 515-0115. Select your course from the list below and write it on your registration form.

Course Start Date

03/12/2025 (Weekday/Classroom)

03/19/2025 (Weekday/Classroom)

03/22/2025 (Weekend/Online)**

03/26/2025 (Weekday/Classroom)

04/12/2025 (Weekend/Classroom)

04/16/2025 (Weekday/Online)**

04/23/2025 (Weekday Classroom)

04/30/2025 (Weekday Classroom)

05/21//2025 (WeekdayOnline)**

05/24/2025 (Weekend/Online)**

05/29/2025 (Weekday/Classroom)

06/14/2025 (Weekend/Classroom)

Standard Registration

Fee: $595, $495 (Online)

Deadline 12 Midnight

03/10/2025

03/17/2025

03/24/2025

04/07/2025

04/14/2025

04/21/2025

04/28/2025

05/19/2025

06/09/2025

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