RF interference and mitigation technicians are expected to obtain knowledge of radio frequencies, how they interact in the environment and within equipment, and how to identify and to mitigate interference problems. Prior experience with radio systems and equipment is strongly suggested (or taking a RF Interference hunting course) before taking this certification exam. 

The Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) certification covers basic knowledge concepts of distributed antenna systems and antenna installation, including ERCES (Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems) public safety DAS concepts and BDAs (Bi-directional Amplifiers). The DAS also incorporates service and skills applicable to all of the functions required to safely and completely install, maintain, troubleshoot, and support in-building distributed antenna systems and communications and electronic equipment. Standards supported include, but are not limited to:

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

• International Fire Code (IFC) - part of the International Code Council® (ICC)

• Underwriters Laboratories® (UL)

Anyone certified and working in DAS must adhere to AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) enforcement of standards and local provisions. First responders and cellular users depend on DAS-certified personnel.

The 5G Technician standalone certification is aimed at cellular technicians and engineers with knowledge of the wireless industry. The certification serves as an introduction to 5th Generation (5G) communications technologies and gives cellular technicians the opportunity to earn a certification that has valuable industry application. 5G Technician competencies will give first-hand looks at industry standards, real world examples and case studies provided by a committee of subject matter experts with backgrounds in engineering, construction, cell carriers, broadcasting and entertainment. 

The General Communications Technician certification is a program that is modeled after communication systems basics and the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines covering all of the disciplines in the COMT program. The purpose of the GCT1 is to provide a study program for RF and basic electronics, along with the appropriate certification testing that covers all of the many areas a radio communications technician and engineer will encounter in the public safety communications or business/commercial radio field. 

The General Communications Technician Level 2 (GCT2) certification is a journeyman level program modeled after wide-ranging private wireless industry communication systems encompassing more specific detailed items along with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines covering many of the disciplines in the COMT program. The GCT2 competency comprises more complex areas which a radio communications technician and/or engineer will encounter in the public safety communications or business / commercial radio fields.  

This certification includes basic knowledge concepts of land mobile radio (LMR) and associated electronics equipment installation. This also incorporates required skills applicable to all of the functions required to safely and completely install mobile communications and associated electronic equipment, including removal and reinstallation.