Maine Adopts Fiber Installer Certification Program

Jul 1, 2024— Central Maine Community College joined the Fiber Broadband Association’s Optical Telecom Installer Certification program the association announced on Thursday.

This program works to combat the workforce shortage for fiber broadband deployment. It will train skilled fiber technicians and lead graduates into long-term careers. The program aims to put employers hand-in-hand with schools to ensure a steady supply of certified technicians, as well as to reskill and upskill existing employees, said the FBA.