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ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 Certification (CAT Level 1)

Electronic Security Association

Certification

The ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level 1 Certification gives you a road map for success in your career development by requiring applicants to meet stringent training and work experience requirements. They are earned and continuously maintained to help you develop your skills and knowledge.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Certification's Course Bundle Non-member: $440 Member: $308

Format

Online

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Plan and initiate alarm system installations for commercial and residential applications
  • Apply codes and standards to ensure compliant electronic security and life‑safety systems
  • Define basic installation procedures and compare underlying technologies across intrusion, fire, video, and access control systems
  • Troubleshoot security system components using industry‑standard tools and methods
  • Communicate effectively with customers and industry personnel during installation and service activities
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers49-2098.00
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

The ESA advantage over other certification programs is that our certifications are based on rigorous certification curriculum and field experience requirements to ensure students meet core skills and knowledge. They validate your abilities to customers, supervisors, peers and potential employers. Requirements to earn the Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 Certification: 1. Successfully complete the Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 course, or the online equivalent, and pass the proctored multiple-choice examination. 2. Upon successful completion of the course and proctored exam, you may access your official Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 Certificate in the learning portal and a copy of your ID card will be mailed.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

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