Denied for Training Benefits? If you have been denied for any training courses in the past, it may be because many of our represented employers are not funding training or certification training much anymore. The one thing they can't deny you is the right to pursue your education. That's where the CWA/NETT Academy Associates in Telecommunications comes into play. Many working adults take from two to four years to complete a degree. The CWA/NETT Academy degree offers you both, certification type courses and a degree. Your benefits are there. Check it out! Log online to www.cwanett.org
Now is the perfect time to pick the course you need to prepare for a certification, to make your job easier, or to learn something you've always wanted to know. You can do this with CWA's own technical training academy.
Approved for Benefits Since CWA/NETT Academy is an approved training vendor for many union employer benefits programs, most students get all of their tuition paid by their employer. You will want to allow your benefits provider at least three weeks processing time to ensure all your paperwork is in order for your start date. So plan ahead - start now - and if you have any questions, contact the CWA/NETT Academy staff at
for assistance.
New Courses and Programs CWA/NETT Academy was developed, specifically, to provide CWA members like yourself with the training that employers require today. This year, we've DOUBLED the courses we offer, and we've added a new Certificate Program and a new Associate Degree.
Fiber and Lasers: Being trained in new technologies as it emerges is imperative to your job security. Be ready when the opportunity presents itself and keep the work in the unit. This course provides a practical understanding of Passive Optical Networks used for Fiber to the Home (FTTH) networks. You will gain the knowledge and develop the skills needed to design, install, test and maintain a PON. Whether you are performing the job now or looking to move in this direction, we recommend this course for you. Compare and save. This CWA program delivers more than 60 hours of content and hands-on experience so you are ready to do the work with confidence. Course Description: In this course you will experience, demonstarte, construct, and almost feel like you are brought into the field when you enroll in this CWA program.
DC/AC Circuits Analysis Electronics impacts nearly every facet of our lives. Discover and explore this exciting world with Electronics for Telecommunications. In this course, you will learn the fundamental concepts underlying the entire spectrum of electronics. Each student receives a full set of lab equipment, including an electronic trainer and a digital multi-meter to reinforce course concepts with hands-on learning experiences at home. Electronics for Telecommunications will prepare you for exams such as the TKT, TMT, and DT-SAT. These certifications provide a quick path for career advancement and may qualify you for a “Top Craft” pay rate. Enjoy the satisfaction of understanding the electronic world around you - become a part of the electronics revolution!
Fundamentals of Fiber OSP This course is the similar to the Fiber and Lasers, except there are no associated hands-on-lab.
Distance Learning With a Personal Touch All CWA/NETT Academy courses are offered online with direct access to an experienced instructor from Stanly Community College. Classes are small, so you receive personal attention and top quality education from a professional, while you are able to take the course on your own schedule.
This could be your most important union benefit! Visit www.cwanett.org and log in for all the details. If you have questions, contact us at 1-877-676-4553 or via e-mail at
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