C-EST Certification

NSCA's Certified Electronic Systems Technician, C-EST®, certification is an industry recognized credential for established installers and technicians.

C-EST® is the second step in the certification process for an electronic systems technician and integrator. To achieve the C-EST® certification, professionals must pass a randomly-generated 100-question written exam, as well as demonstrate technical skills through a hands-on performance verification exam. The C-EST® exam fee is $275.

The certification exam covers fundamental skills in multiple systems, ensuring a C-EST® is competent in the areas of:

33102-04 Construction Materials and Methods
33103-04 Pathways and Spaces
33104-04 Fasteners and Anchors
33105-04 Jobsite Safety
33108-04 Low-Voltage Cabling
33201-05 DC Circuits
33202-05 AC Circuits
33203-05 Semiconductors and Integrated Circuits
33204-05 Basic Test Equipment
33205-05 Power Quality and Grounding
33206-05 Introduction to Electrical Blueprints
33207-05 Switching Devices and Timers
33208-05 Wire and Cable Termination
33209-05 Introduction to Codes and Standards
33210-05 Computer Applications
33211-05 Advanced Test Equipment
33301-04 Cable Selection
33302-04 Busses and Networks
33303-04 Fiber Optics
33307-04 Maintenance and Repair

Who Should Consider C-EST® Certification?

If you work with commercial electronic systems, this certification is for you. Professionals in the following fields with four or more years of experience are recommended for certification:

Systems Technicians
Systems Installers
Systems Engineers
Project Managers
Estimators

How to Prepare

Step 1: Enroll in the C-EST® Review Course
Prepare for the exam by taking the 8-week online Review Course or the 1-day onsite review at the Systems Integration Expo®. Learn more about the C-EST® Review Courses.

Step 2: Register for the C-EST® Exam
C-EST® Exams are held in different locations around the nation throughout the year. Download the C-EST® registration form.

C-EST® Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)