CTEC Recognized as ETA Testing Center

Dr. Permitez, VPIA Simion, Director Jack

The college's Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) is now a recognized test center for Electronics Technician Association (ETA) certification exam. Nelchor Permitez, Ed. D. was recently certified by ETA’s President to administer its certification exams.

As a recognized test site, ETA International is opening its door to COM-FSM to have its CTEC program evaluated and approved. A certificate of approval is given by ETA International once the compliance in industry standard is met. The certificate signifies that the courses in Electronics and Telecommunication program are aligned and meet the knowledge and skills competency standards needed by the industry.

ETA International is a third-party certification body founded in 1978 by electronics technicians. ETA® International is a not-for-profit 501(c) 6 association whose mission is to represent and support the technical professional. ETA offers over 80 accredited, vendor-neutral certification programs in a variety of technology fields such as fiber optics, communications, electronics, biomedical, smart home, and renewable energy.

ETA aligns with the ISO 17024 standard, vocational and education curriculum, and businesses’ resource initiatives through certification programs, conferences, and publications. Download ETA's Certification Booklet to see how ETA can help your career, business, or school. A Certification Administrator’s location is listed for the public to contact using the CA Locator (https://www.eta-i.org/test_sites.html).