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Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification

Course number : 5010017   ID : 21500    Section Number : 31M
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This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia "domicile" means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete this short survey to see if you qualify for financial assistance. Learn more about FastForward

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Fiber Optics Installer Certification Program Pricing:
  • Regular/Full Price: $4,299
  • FastForward Price: $1,433
  • FastForward plus G3 Price: $0

Instructional Mode: Learn on Campus: In Person

The NOVA Workforce Fiber Optics Installer Certification Preparation Course provides essential knowledge and hands-on training to develop the foundational skills necessary for working with both residential and commercial fiber optic systems. In this course, you will learn the basics of installing and maintaining fiber optic networks, including the installation of new fiber optic lines, repairing existing networks, setting up and configuring equipment, and splicing new lines into the network grid. You will also gain experience in installing lines both above ground on poles and underground, as well as techniques for protecting fiber optic cables during construction.

Acquiring these skills will equip you to meet the diverse requirements for safely and competently installing, maintaining, and testing fiber optic cabling systems. This training is specifically designed to prepare students for the ETA® Fiber Optic Installer (FOI) certification exam and includes practical, hands-on activities conducted in a classroom setting.

Prerequisite: None. 

Included with Tuition: The course, textbook, classroom materials, and industry certification exam. No other certification exams can be substituted in this program. Note: The textbook is assigned to students on or by the first day of class and is non-refundable once assigned.

What is Expected: You are expected to attend 100% of all scheduled class hours and complete any other requirements set by the program. Upon completing this program, you will be eligible to test for the ETA® Fiber Optic Installer (FOI) certification exam. 

This program cannot be combined with any other discounts/promotions.
 
Credit for Prior Learning gives you opportunities to earn credit for college-level knowledge that you have already acquired and accelerates the completion of your educational goals. NOVA accepts select industry credentials for college credit. The ETA® FOI certification is approved for Credit for Prior Learning for the following classes at NOVA: ELE 250
 

Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
NOVA Manassas (MTS)

Instructor
John Sound 

CEUs : 4.5

 

Notice

Please read:  Learn on Campus: In Person - Class meets on campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.

This class requires the use of your myNOVA account and the CANVAS online classroom. Please follow these instructions on how to activate your myNOVA account before the first day of class: How to access myNOVA and Canvas

Important: By enrolling in this class as part of the FastForward - New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG) and as a condition to receiving a grant, the student agrees to the following terms and conditions as specified in the WCG Agreement (Preview PDF).This agreement will be completed electronically during registration.

Tuition: 

$4,299.00


Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
4/12/2025 - 5/17/2025 Weekly - Sat 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM Manassas, NOVA Manassas (MTS)  Map, Room: MTS-114 John Sound  Lecture

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