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    ESA updates requirements on popular certifications

    July 26, 2018
    ESA’s National Training School updates Certified Alarm Technician Level II (CAT II), the Certified Fire Alarm Technician Level II (CFAT) and Certified Fire Alarm Designer (CFAD) Level III
    Related To: Electronic Security Association (ESA)
    ESA's Leadership Summit 2013 registration price break ends January 18.
    ESA's Leadership Summit 2013 registration price break ends January 18.

    ESA’s National Training School has updated requirements for obtaining its most popular certifications, including the Certified Alarm Technician Level II (CAT II), the Certified Fire Alarm Technician Level II (CFAT) and the Certified Fire Alarm Designer (CFAD) Level III. The changes allow for certifications to meet the evolving requirements of many states and make them more valuable for industry professionals.

    Certified Alarm Technician Level II (CAT II) and Certified Fire Alarm Technician Level II (CFAT)
    While the specific training and experience requirements for earning the Certified Alarm Technician Level II (CAT II) and Certified Fire Alarm Technician Level II (CFAT) certifications remain unchanged — students are still required to complete the same prescribed classwork and provide proof of 24 months of industry experience — the updated applications for certification have been revised to include components for verifying work history and field competency.

    See updated forms here:
    NEW CAT II Requirements, Application and Instructions
    NEW CFAT Requirements, Application and Instructions

    Certified Fire Alarm Designer (CFAD)
    While the prescribed coursework has not changed for obtaining this certification, all candidates must now show proof of 60 months of experience and pass a comprehensive exam after successfully completing all courses. The updated application for this certification has been revised to include components for verifying work history, field competency and now includes a personal recommendation form, which must be completed by a professional who is familiar with the professionalism, ethical standards and technical abilities of the applicant.

    See updated form here: 
    NEW CFAD Requirements, Application and Instructions

    ESA’s National Training School Certification Programs are based on rigorous curriculum and real-world experience to ensure all certification holders meet a level of excellence in their fields. Because certification holders are recognized experts they are often sought out for leadership positions and employers can feel confident that work by these professionals will be executed in an exceptional manner, compliant with industry codes and standards.  

    For more information on National Training School courses and certifications, please visit courses.esaweb.org