ESA’s alarm certifications, CCTV certifications and security systems certifications equip industry professionals with the information they need to become an alarm technician or to advance their career by mastering CCTV and security systems. ESA Certifications meet licensing requirements in many states and local jurisdictions where low voltage training is needed to obtain an alarm license.
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ESA Certifications
ESA Certifications for alarm system and fire alarm system technicians, designers and installers provide noticeable acknowledgment of a worker's core skills and expertise. Certifications validate the professional's abilities to customers, supervisors, peers and potential employers. Next bid process, include ESA Certified professional installers as a differentiator.
Security Certifications
ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CAT)
Level I
Coursework
ESA Certified Video Systems Specialist (CVSS)
Requirements
12 months of Field Experience
Coursework
ESA Certified Video Technician (CVT)
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
12 Months of Field Experience
ESA Certified Systems Integrator (CSI)
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
36 months of Field Experience
ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level II
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
24 months of Field Experience
ESA Certified Intrusion Technician (CIT) Level II
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
24 Months of Field Experience
Coursework
ESA Certified Service Technician (CST)
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
24 months of Field Experience
Coursework
ESA Certified Security Systems Integrator (CSSI)
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
36 months of Field Experience
Fire Certifications
ESA’s fire alarm certifications equip life safety professionals with the knowledge they need to become a certified fire alarm technician, designer or inspector. Many states recognize ESA’s certifications as meeting licensing requirements for fire alarm technicians and systems designers.
ESA Certified Residential Fire Alarm Inspector (CRFAI)
Coursework
ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level I
Coursework
ESA Certified Fire Alarm Technician (CFAT) Level II
Requirements
CAT Level 1 Certification
24 months of Field Experience
Coursework
Sales Certification
Certified Security Salesperson (CSS)
Requirements
CAT Level I Certification OR Completed Understanding Electronic Security Systems Course
Coursework
Security Sales Essentials Course
Course availability varies.
Why ESA Certifications?
Mapping your career? Looking to stand out from the competition for your quality of work? From building a foundation to earning advanced credentials, ESA Certifications can help. To distinguish yourself from your competitors, you need a certification that encourages professional growth and is recognized by the industry as the standard.
Benefits
Become a recognized expert in your field
Attain a competitive edge on your competition or within your company
Show your customers that you are committed to professional excellence
Achieve professional and personal growth
Earning your CEUs for your certification will most likely help you keep your professional license