Certification: Telecommunications Tower Technician 2 (TTT-1)

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NWSA practical exams are conducted in a real-world environment using an actual tower and associated materials. The TTT-2 exam is intended to replicate actual work activities done by technicians. The TTT-2 practical exam comprises five main tasks and must be administered by an NWSA-accredited Practical Examiner. Candidates' skills are tested in demonstrating a complete PPE inspection, setup of a capstan hoist,
hoisting operations using different rigging configurations (trolley/tag system and heel block system), and selecting and installing all components associated with a guy wire.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
No
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 5 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
No
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

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Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.

  • This certification is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).