4-Day FOA CFOT Certification, Weekdays and Weekends

Students installing wall mount enclosure

Students installing a simulated location.

Our Training Equips You to Work Day One After Graduation

Our certified trainers offers the Fiber Optic Association® (FOA), 4-Day Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification, in Marietta, Georgia, near Atlanta.

Want to preview of our training? Download our free training interest video here.

We offer classes that fit most schedules, weekdays and weekends. You learn in a comfortable, work-like setting. With our 99.5% pass rate, most students complete our program. You are ready to work day one after graduation. Trainees learn the FiberNexxt Way™ our teaching method with the following benefits:

Receive practical, useable knowledge and skills.
Become a certified fiber technician with industry-recognized credentials.
Receive ongoing instructor support after graduation for your first job or contract.
Join a community of fiber technicians that provides career and technical resources.

Our school has graduated trainees since 2009, and the FOA has certified technicians since 1995. Also, we offer several ideas for fitting training into your budget. Visit our Financial Resources page.

Certifications Issued by the FOA Since 1997

108,107

Effective April 2026

FiberNexxt Graduates Since 2009

3397

Effective April 2026

What You Need for Our Course

No experience is needed for our course. Our team:

Provides all the needed study materials, tools, and equipment.
Prepares you to pass the FOA CFOT certification exam.

What You Learn In Our FOA CFOT Course

We specialize in helping you learn the skills used by field technicians today. Our training covers:

Basic Fiber Optic Theory

Get an overview of how fiber optic work, including:

Fiber standards
Fiber system components and hardware
Fiber terminology

Basic Cable Prep & Splicing

You'll learn valuable methods, including:

Terminate cables and connectors, including mechanical connectors.
Test cable for insertion loss.
Learn basic troubleshooting strategies.
Practice basic documentation skills.

Install a Basic Fiber Network In-Class

Connect a small network using your skills to:

Prep and terminate a simulated location.
Conduct an insertion lost test.
Complete documentation.

FOA CFOT Certification Exam Prep

Throughout your training receive session reviews, such as:

Theory and skills reinforcement through frequent quizzes.
Receive access to and get study tips for using the FOA online CFOT manual for exam preparation.

Registration

Obtaining FOA certification may help you increase your earnings potential. Our course fees include:

Standard Classroom Fee. $1695. No work experience is required for the in-person course. Online option unavailable.
Early Bird Registration Fee. $1395, a savings of $300 off our standard fees. You must register 30 days (4 weeks) in advance. The discount applies automatically at registration.

The last registration day is usually midnight on the Monday before the first day of class. All course fees* include a non-refundable $395 deposit, which holds your seat. We provide study materials, equipment, and exam preparation for in-classroom participants. Visit our Registration Page to sign up for class or call (678) 515-0115.

What to Expect After Completing Our Course

Upon completing our course, you should have FOA CFOT certification and the skills to perform entry-level tasks as an in-house fiber technician or independent fiber contractor. Although we cannot guarantee job placement, we will refer you to our partners and former clients for work opportunities. Also, we will consider you for available openings on our projects. You will also have access to our instructors/contractors upon obtaining your first work assignment. We're happy to answer questions and provide guidance as much as possible to help you succeed.

Our Next 4-Day Certification Classes

Select your course date below and write it on your registration form. Weekday courses meet 4-day consecutive days. Weekend courses meet two consecutive weekends. For the full course schedule, logon to our desktop app.

Classroom. 04/18-19/2026 & 04/25-27/2026 (2 Weekends), 04/27/2026, 05/26-29/2026, 06/20-21/2026 & 06/27-28/2026 (2 Weekends), 06/22-26/2026, 06/29/2026-07/02/2026, 07/27-30/2026, 08/24-27/2026

Class Schedule and Registration Deadlines

Our classes fit most schedules. Select your course date from the list below and keep it handy for your registration form. 1-on-1 and pay-as-you-go options need to be scheduled with a staff member. Online students should register as early as possible. Online classes are scheduled by request, typically the first two weeks of each month (except in November and December). Final registration deadlines are usually the Monday before the first class day. unless otherwise shown. Have questions? Please speak to a team member at (678) 515-0115.

4-Day FOA CFOT

Class Schedule: 8am to 5pm

Class Start Dates

05/26-29/2026

06/20-21/2026 & 06/27-28/2026 (2 Weekends)

06/22-26/2026

06/29/2026-07/02/2026

07/27-30/2026

08/15-16/2026 & 08/22-23/2026 (2 Weekends)

08/24-27/2026

Early Registration

Classroom: $1395

Deadline 12 Midnight

04/27/2026

05/25/2026

06/01/2026

06/29/2026

07/20/2026

07/27/2026

Standard Registration

Classroom: $1695

Deadline 12 Midnight

05/18/2026

06/15/2026

06/22/2026