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ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level 1

Electronic Security Association

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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.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION ESA‘s Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 (CAT 1), followed by a two-hour examination, is the foundational course that provides the essential knowledge and skills for all forms of electronic security: intrusion detection, fire detection, video surveillance, and access control. Professionals who complete CAT 1 perform higher quality work more efficiently leading to greater productivity and higher profits for employers. You will learn Alarm Level 1 concepts that will empower you toward success in your career. The course covers planning and building successful installs while staying responsible and safe out in the field in accordance with industry codes and standards. This brand-agnostic training reviews various security system tools, equipment, and technologies so that you can confidently engage with customers and coworkers.

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