Electronics Technicians, Nuclear Power (ETN) operate and maintain Naval Nuclear propulsion plants and associated equipment: supervise and administer Naval Nuclear propulsion plant operations; thoroughly understand reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in the operation of the nuclear reactor, steam plant, propulsion plant, and auxiliary equipment; possess a detailed knowledge of reactor and steam plant chemistry and radiological controls; operate and perform organizational and intermediate maintenance on electronic equipment used for reactor control, instrumentation, measurement, alarm warning, power distribution, protection and airborne particulate radiation detection; operate General Purpose Test Equipment (GPTE) and auxiliary equipment; test, calibrate, maintain, and repair electronic and hydraulic-electric systems that support reactor plant operation on both surface and sub-surface ships. For more detailed information, see the Rating Information Card.
There are 13 credentials closely related to the tasks performed in this Rating that may be attainable as soon as Class "A" technical school has been completed. Sailors can take advantage of these credentialing opportunities shortly following their initial training. Select "< 1 Year" for the "Experience after 'A' School" filter in the "Related Credentials" section to view these credentials.
Submarine Reactor Controls Managers manage operations, maintenance, and training for personnel assigned to reactor controls division and/or engineering department. They review divisional and/or departmental correspondence and perform audits of divisional and/or departmental programs and training. Submarine Reactor Control Managers perform the critical work functions of train forces and personnel, repair and maintain equipment, move naval tactical forces, and perform consequence management.
ETN - Submarine Reactor Controls Operator
Submarine Reactor Controls Operators perform operations and basic preventive maintenance of electronic equipment used for reactor control, rod control, protection and alarm system, primary plant instrumentation, nuclear instrumentation, primary plant control, steam generator water level control, and other electrical and electronic support equipment. They possess a thorough understanding of reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in the operation of nuclear reactors, steam plants, and auxiliary equipment. They aslo possess detailed knowledge of chemistry and radiological controls associated with the nuclear reactor and supervise the shutdown of the reactor plant. In addition, they perform critical work functions required to repair and maintain equipment and move naval tactical forces. Submarine Reactor Controls Operators work under the supervision of a mentor while learning their trade or skill.
ETN - Submarine Reactor Controls Supervisor
Submarine Reactor Controls Supervisors perform advanced reactor controls operations and apply advanced level maintenance practices to reactor monitoring and control equipment. They supervise operations, maintenance, and training for personnel assigned to the Reactor Controls Division, review correspondence, and perform audits of Reactor Controls Division programs. Submarine Reactor Controls Supervisors perform critical work functions required to move naval tactical forces, repair and maintain equipment, train forces and personnel, and perform consequence management. In addition, they work with little supervision and serve as mentors to operators.
ETN - Surface Reactor Controls Manager
Surface Reactor Controls Managers manage operations, maintenance, and training for personnel assigned to reactor controls division and/or reactor department. They review divisional and/or departmental correspondence and perform audits of divisional and/or departmental programs and training. Surface Reactor Controls Managers perform the critical work functions of train forces and personnel, repair and maintain equipment, move naval tactical forces, and perform consequence management.
ETN - Surface Reactor Controls Operator
Surface Reactor Controls Operators perform operations and basic preventive maintenance of electronic equipment used for reactor control, rod control, protection and alarm system, primary plant instrumentation, nuclear instrumentation, primary plant control, steam generator water level control, and other electrical and electronic support equipment, They possess a thorough understanding of reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in the operation of nuclear reactors, steam plants, and auxiliary equipment. They also possess detailed knowledge of chemistry and radiological controls associated with the nuclear reactor and supervise the shutdown of the reactor plant. Surface Reactor Controls Operators perform critical work functions required to repair and maintain equipment and move naval tactical forces. They work under the supervision of a mentor while learning their trade or skill.
ETN - Surface Reactor Controls Supervisor
Surface Reactor Controls Supervisors perform advanced reactor controls operations and apply advanced level maintenance practices to reactor monitoring and control equipment. They supervise operations, maintenance, and training for personnel assigned to the Reactor Controls Division, review correspondence and perform audits of Reactor Controls Division programs. Surface Reactor Controls Supervisors perform the critical work functions required to move naval tactical forces, repair and maintain equipment, train forces and personnel, and perform consequence management. They work with little supervision and serve as mentors to operators.
You selected Early Career—this applies to Sailors in paygrades E1-E3.
To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show
COOL-funded certifications that are LaDR-designated for your rating at the E1-E3 level.
You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and credentials are considered during promotion evaluations. Obtaining credentials now and holding them over time helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Sailors in paygrades E4-E6.
To help you focus on the credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show
COOL-funded certifications that are LaDR-designated for your rating at the E4-E6 level.
You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and holding credentials is considered during promotion evaluations. Obtaining credentials now and holding them over time helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Navy will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You selected Late Career-- this applies to Sailors in paygrades E7-E9.
To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show
COOL-funded certifications that are LaDR-designated for your rating at the E7-E9 level.
You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and are considered during promotion evaluations. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Navy will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Sailors who will not be reenlisting and who are planning their next steps.
To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered down to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Navy will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.
You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Sailors who plan to stay in the Navy and who are actively working on advancement.
To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show
COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your rating.
You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table. It is recommended you also filter by LaDR paygrade so you can see which certifications the LaDR recommends for you.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and are considered during promotion evaluations. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you
The following civilian credentials are related to ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.
You can use the Engage My Career Tool on MilGears to enter personalized information to learn how your training and experience can meet certification requirements.
The Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) Basic Electronics and Electricity (BEE) Series of Certifications (AC, DC, Analog and Digital) require a specialized testing station to evaluate your skills. There are only four (4) locations that have these testing stations. They are: Cape Canaveral, FL, Fort Gordon, GA, Fort Sill, OK and Fort Lee, VA. Please do not submit a request for this certification if you are not close to these testing stations.
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
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State Licenses
Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations.
These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.
COOL may be able to assist with funding state licensure on a case by case basis. The following conditions should apply:
Navy Reservists (SELRES) may get a state license funded based on their Navy or civilian occupation, earned academic degree or a semester course. The state license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty.
Service members may get a state/county or municipality certification/license funded if they are separating or retiring in the state in which they desire the license. This will be a onetime funding opportunity based on their Navy or civilian occupation, earned academic degree or a semester course. Renewals are authorized 60 days prior to their discharge/separation. The license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty. Service members should make contact with Navy COOL prior to 18 months remaining on their soft/hard EAOS due to the complicated funding processes of some states. Certification/license must be completed 60 days prior to separation.
For each of the above opportunities, the Service member must contact Navy COOL prior to submitting a voucher request for licensure funding coordination.
As with any state license, you must meet all state eligibility criteria.
Funding of a state license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty (e.g. no real estate license, no beautician license, no private eye license, etc…).
Contact Navy COOL for more information.
Apprenticeship
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.
USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.
Also, your DOL Certificates are part of your Learning and Development Roadmaps (LaDR) — and these certificates will enhance your opportunity for advancement and retention.
The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to the ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power rating:
Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.
The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.
The following federal occupations are similar to ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
For information on how to attain a United States Coast Guard (USCG) credential through the National Maritime Center (NMC), see the USCG Licenses General Information tab in the Related Credentials section of this page.
A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power can be found below.
Power4Vets is a workforce development program which helps facilitate transitioning Service members to find careers in the utility industry as System Operators thru an on-line training program which is combined with power grid simulation training exercises. The training program can take anywhere from 2-6 months of intense training which provides the veteran with the necessary information to prepare them to take the NERC certification which is a required certification for Operators to have in the industry.
The mission of the Power4Vets program is to help veterans start new careers in the power and energy industry. The men and women who monitor and control the North American electric power grids are a highly specialized and trained group of operators who have an enormous responsibility. The quality of their decisions affects the reliable delivery of electricity to millions of customers, the safety and lives of field crews, and the protection of multi-million dollar equipment. The multi-faceted program is designed to match the human talent needs of America's electric power organizations with the skills, experience, and knowledge of United States Military Veterans.
An additional resource for transitioning to a teaching career is the Troops to Teachers program. The Troops to Teachers program is a national program which provides support services to prepare military personnel for a career in teaching. Service members with a baccalaureate degree or higher are eligible to begin the traditional teaching certification process, however, Service members without a degree may also qualify to become a vocational/technical teacher. Click here for more information about the Troops to Teachers program.
COOL may be able to assist with funding state licensure on a case by case basis. The following conditions should apply:
Enlisted Navy Reservists (SELRES) may get a state license funded based on their Navy or civilian occupation, earned academic degree or a semester course. The state license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty.
Enlisted personnel may get a state/county or municipality certification/license funded if the Sailor is separating or retiring in the state in which he/she desires the license. This will be a onetime funding opportunity based on their Navy or civilian occupation, earned academic degree or a semester course. Renewals are authorized 60 days prior to their discharge/separation. The license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty. Enlisted Sailor should make contact with Navy COOL prior to 18 months remaining on their soft/hard EAOS due to the complicated funding processes of some states. Certification/license must be completed 60 days prior to separation.
For each of the above opportunities, the Sailor must contact Navy COOL prior to submitting a voucher request for licensure funding coordination.
As with any state license, you must meet all state eligibility criteria. Funding of a state license must have relevancy to a Navy occupation or collateral duty (e.g. no real estate license, no beautician license, no private eye license, etc…). Contact Navy COOL for more information.
In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, voluntary education is another way to enhance job performance. Options for voluntary education include:
You can use the Engage My Career Tool on MilGears to enter personalized information to learn about degree programs related to your training and experience and next steps towards pursuing a degree.
Navy Learning Center Recommended Degrees for ETN-Electronics Technician, Nuclear Power
The following occupational-related degrees are recommended by the Navy Learning Center and are listed in the Navy Learning and Development Roadmap (LaDR) for
ETN-SS, ETN-SW.
You can use the Engage My Career Tool on MilGears to enter personalized information to learn about degree programs related to your training and experience and next steps towards pursuing a degree.
Recommended Associate Degrees
Electronic Engineering Technologies
General and Liberal Studies
Management
Mechanical and Electrical Technology / Engineering
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Quality Control and Safety
Recommended Bachelor/Master Degrees
Applied Science and Technology (Nuclear)
Business Administration
Electronic Engineering Technologies
General and Liberal Studies
Management
Mechanical and Electrical Technology / Engineering
Navy collateral duties/out of rate assignments play a vital role in the day-to-day operations and duties that Officers and Enlisted Sailors perform. Certifications and licenses are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments, so please go to the Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments search feature (under the Navigator) and explore more opportunities to get certified.
Out of rate or designator requests for exam funding for credentials related to an earned academic degree or a semester course may also be funded if it can be directly related to an industry certification or state license.
For example, if you have a degree in Human Resources but are serving as a Culinary Specialist, you can get funding for a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
If the completed degree is not in the Sailor's Joint Service Transcript (JST), the Sailor must provide proof of completion with the Voucher Request Form, OPNAV 1500/57 for funding approval. The requested credential must be included on the Navy COOL website, and the Sailor must meet all other eligibility requirements.
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
Opportunities for Prior Rate or Designator Sailors
If you have cross-rated or redesignated, you now are eligible for certifications and licenses mapped to your prior rating or designator. The “Navy Bucks” icon on the Navy COOL page for your previous position/rate indicates which certifications and licenses may be funded.
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
Opportunities Related to Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training
If you can document that you have completed an on- or off-duty training course that fully prepares you for a civilian certification or license, you may now be eligible to have the credential exam funded.
For example, if you took a Command-sponsored Emergency Medical Technician course, you may be eligible for funding for an EMT Basic credential.
The requested credential must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
College course completion must be annotated in your Joint Service Transcript. Formal off-duty or command-sponsored training should be visible in your Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ). In lieu of an ETJ entry (where training cannot be entered into the ETJ) you will need to submit some form of, proof of completion (a certificate of completion from the course/training is sufficient). If neither of the previously mentioned methods of validating proof of completion are available, then a command correspondence (such as a command letter, memo, or PG-13 form) describing the training along with the OPNAV 1500/57 Professional Certification and Licensing Voucher Request (COOL Voucher Request Form).
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
Opportunities for Navy Reservists
If you are a Navy Reservist, officer or enlisted, you may now be eligible for funding for credentials related to your civilian occupation. The certification or license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
To validate your civilian occupation, you will need a screen shot from Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) showing the Civilian Occupational Code. Please send the NSIPS screenshot with your OPNAV 1500/57 Professional Certification and Licensing Voucher Request (COOL Voucher Request Form).
In lieu of NSIPS documentation you may also submit a command endorsed and executed NAVPERS 1070/613 (PG-13) Administrative Remarks form noting your civilian occupation along with your OPNAV 1500/57 Professional Certification and Licensing Voucher Request (COOL Voucher Request Form). You must sign the PG-13.
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
Prior Other-Service Occupation
If you are Navy (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) occupation. The certification or license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
To validate your prior other-Service occupation, you will need to provide Navy COOL with a document (e.g. DD-214; or Military Service School completion certificate; or other document) showing your other-Service occupation. Please send the document (scanned & emailed) with your OPNAV 1500/57 Professional Certification and Licensing Voucher Request (COOL Voucher Request Form).
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy
If you are Navy (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to entering the Navy. The certification or license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
To validate your earned & maintained credential, you will need to provide Navy COOL with a scanned or emailed document (e.g. credential certificate document, screenshot from your credential dashboard, digital badge, etc…) showing the credential earned and maintained. Please send the document (scanned & emailed) with your OPNAV 1500/57 Professional Certification and Licensing Voucher Request (COOL Voucher Request Form).
As with any credential, you must meet all other eligibility criteria and the certification or license vendors' requirements.
A BIBLIOGRAPHY is provided by the Navy Advancement Center (NAC) to document the REFERENCES used by a subject matter expert (a Navy Chief in the rating) as the basis for writing the items on the Active Duty and Reserve Navy Advancement Exams. If a reference has been updated since the exam was created and differs from the reference listed here, the information in the updated reference will be used as the basis for scoring the exam.
The U.S. Department of Labor sponsored CareerOneStop's analysis indicates the certification is frequently mentioned in online job postings.
Related As
The credentials shown in this table are related to this military occupation in one of three ways: Most, Some, or Other.
MOST
Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the military occupation (at least 80%). Note that the credential may require additional education, training or experience before you are eligible for them. To ensure a complete understanding of the credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows.
SOME
Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the military occupation (related 80% to at least one or more critical tasks but less than 80% of all of the entire military occupation). Note that the credential may require additional education, training or experience before you are eligible for them. To ensure a complete understanding of credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows.
OTHER
Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience.
Attainability
This indicates ease of attainability in relationship to the experience and education requirements for this credential and the duties performed within the military occupation.
High
Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is HS or less and/or minimum experience is 2 years or less; no additional requirements.
Medium
Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is an Associate's degree (and prerequisites if any), and/or minimum experience of between 2 and 10 years.
Low
May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.
Note: In some cases “years of experience” refers to time actively on duty or while holding a certain occupation or prior certification and not always in consecutive calendar years.
Additional years required for certain preliminary stages may not be included in this classification. For requirements measured in hours, 1080 hours was considered a year. For days, 365 days was considered a year.
Please review all prerequisites and requirements for eligibility, and additional information for details.
Navy$
Credentials listed in the Credentials table have been approved for payment through the Navy's Credential Program Office. Note that
to be eligible for Navy funded credentials, you must have demonstrated competency and experience towards the credential being sought.
The credentials listed may require additional work to fully meet competency and experience requirements. To ensure a complete understanding of credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows.
To get a voucher request form, click Menu at the top of any page, then click "2 Complete Voucher and Apply" under Credentialing Steps.
Gap Analysis
This indicates that a detailed analysis comparing the credential requirements to the military occupation has been completed. Click on either the credential name or the gap analysis icon to view the analysis page.
LaDR
LaDR (Learning and Development Roadmap) icons call out credentials that are "highly recommended" (but not mandatory) for a particular pay grade - because they complement the training, experience, and competency of that paygrade. You are NOT restricted from attempting credentials recommended for senior & junior pay grades (as long as you meet all eligibility requirements). The Navy Bucks icon indicates all the credentials for which you might be eligible.
GI Bill®
Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill for the credentials with the GI Bill icon in this column.
Note: GI Bill approval data is updated quarterly. For the latest information, visit the WEAMS Licenses/Certifications Search page. Make sure to select "Both" in the LAC Category Type drop-down before searching.
Accreditation
This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by at least one of the following. Hover over the icon to see which ones it has. See below for more information on what is listed in the hover text.
ANAB (ANSI)
ANAB indicates that the credential has been accredited by the ANSI (American National Standards Institute) National Accreditation Board (ANAB). Accreditation is the process by which a credentialing or educational program is evaluated against defined standards, and if it meets these standards, is awarded recognition by a third party. ANAB accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality.
Click here for the external link to the ANAB site for more information.
NCCA
NCCA indicates that the credential has been accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accreditation is the process by which a credentialing or educational program is evaluated against defined standards, and if it meets these standards, is awarded recognition by a third party. NCCA accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality.
Click here for the external link to the NCCA site for more information.
ICAC
ICAC indicates that the credential has been accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC). ICAC accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site.
Click here for the external link to the ICAC site for more information.
ABSNC
ABSNC indicates that the credential has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC). ABSNC accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site.
Click here for the external link to the ABSNC site for more information.
IAS
IAS indicates that the credential has been accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS). IAS accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site.
Click here for the external link to the IAS site for more information.
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Duties Matched
The civilian and military jobs share either most job duties or some job duties.
MOST
Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
SOME
Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook
The Bright Outlook icon indicates that new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job. Click the links in this column to go to the external link My Next Move For Veterans State Map.
Registered Apprenticeship
The Registered Apprenticeship icon indicates that this job has an apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Click the links in this column to go to the Apprenticeship Finder and enter career path or location to find apprenticeship opportunities.
Local Salary Information
Click the links in this column to go to the external link My Next Move for Veterans web site to view salary and employment information for the job.
Click links below to view LaDR documents
This credential is recommended on the rating LaDR for Sailors currently in the E-0
pay grade, BUT MAY BE TAKEN BY SAILORS IN OTHER PAY GRADES.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) is an entry-level certification for technicians who have less than two years of experience or training in electronics. Associate Electronics Technicians demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic theory and applications used in all electronic disciplines including circuits, test equipment, electrical theory, work procedures and telecommunications fundamentals. The CETa is the foundation for ETA’s journeyman, senior, and master specialty, and master certification programs. CETa applicants must meet the experience or training requirement and pass a written exam. An optional practical exam is offered.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optic Installers (FOI) certification is for fiber optic technicians. FOIs demonstrate a general understanding of optical fiber installation, connectors, splice performance characteristics, and testing optical fibers. In addition, FOIs are proficient in the installation of connectors on various types of fiber optic cables using multiple types of connectors and can perform mechanical and fusion splicing. Candidates are required to pass both a written exam and a Hands-On Skills Test.
The National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, Registered Radiation Protection Technologist (RRPT) validates competency in fundamental and operational topics related to radiation protection. RRPTs provide radiation protection, mitigating radiation hazards as much as reasonably achievable, to the radiation worker, the general public, and the environment from the effects of ionizing radiation. RRPTs demonstrate an understanding of the natural laws of ionizing radiation, the mechanism of radiation damage, methods of detection, and hazards assessment. Further, RRPTs provide supervisory, administrative, and/or physical control, utilizing sound health physics principles in compliance with local and statutory requirements and accepted industry practices. Applicants must pass a written exam.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certification is for the fiber optics professional with an understanding of concepts of fiber optics servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing. FOTs demonstrate knowledge of fiber optic transmissions, cables principal of light, optical fiber characteristics, optical fiber construction and theory, safety and other related topics. The ETA-I Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) certification is a pre-requisite for this certification. Candidates must pass a written exam and a hands-on skills test.
The International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET), Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level (Associate CET), is an entry-level certification for technicians and students with under four years of experience and validates the technician’s knowledge of basic electronics, including math, DC and AC circuts, transistors and troubleshooting. The Associate CET is also a pre-requisite for ISCET Journeyman level certifications. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The International Society of Automation (ISA), Certified Control Systems Technician – Level I (CCST-I) credential offers third-party recognition of a technician's knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs understand process control looks and process control systems, including computer systems. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. CCST certifications are available at three levels, depending on the level of experience, training and education, with Level I being the most basic. Candidates must meet a combination of education and experience. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM), Certified Manager (CM) is a general management certification. While it is appropriate for supervisors, managers, and leaders at all levels, in any industry, it is not necessary to hold a management title to earn the certification. Candidates must meet a combination of education and experience requirements. Candidates must pass the following three certification exams: Management Essentials, Planning and Organizing, and Leading and Controlling.
The American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Calibration Technician (CST) tests, calibrates, maintains and repairs electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, analytical and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established standards. Candidates must have five years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Calibration Technician Body of Knowledge. If the candidates have completed a degree from a college, university, or technical school with accreditation accepted by ASQ, part of the five-year experience requirement will be waived. Candidates must pass a written examination.
The Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professional (SMRP), Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) is a certification for maintenance, reliability and physical asset management professionals. CMRP candidates should possess aptitude in the following areas: business and management, equipment reliability, manufacturing process reliability, organization and leadership, and work management. There are no experience or education eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP), Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) is a certification for maintenance and reliability technicians who are responsible for preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance. CMRT candidates should possess aptitude in the following areas: maintenance practices, preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and analysis, and corrective maintenance. There are no experience or education eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The International Society of Automation (ISA), Certified Control Systems Technician – Level II (CCST-II) credential offers third-party recognition of a technician's knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs understand process control looks and process control systems, including computer systems. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. CCST certifications are available at three levels, depending on the level of experience, training and education, with Level II being the mid-level. Candidates must meet a combination of education and experience. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The International Society of Automation (ISA), Certified Control Systems Technician – Level III (CCST-III) credential offers third-party recognition of a technician's knowledge and skills in automation and control. CCSTs understand process control looks and process control systems, including computer systems. CCSTs calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables. Candidates must meet a combination of education and experience. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC), Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The BEE-AC certification validates a professional's knowledge of various AC theories, equipment, math, cabling, and other related subjects. Applicants must meet training, experience, or education requirements. Any active or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the appropriate field are eligible for the BEE-AC exam. Applicants must pass a performance exam.
The Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC), Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of basic electrical theory, magnetism, electrical safety, electronic equipment and components laws, circuits and other related subjects. Applicants must meet training, experience, or education requirements. Any active or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the appropriate field are eligible for the BEE-DC exam. Applicants must pass a performance exam.
The Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC), Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. BEE-A applicants must have experience with hands-on troubleshooting skills and have knowledge of various analog components, electronics, power, and other related subjects. Applicants must meet education, experience, or training requirements. Applicants must pass a performance exam.
The Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC), Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) certification is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The exam tests applicant's hands-on troubleshooting skills and validates applicant's knowledge of various digital electricity and electronics theories, safety precautions, conversions, diagrams, and other related subjects. Applicants must meet education, experience, or training requirements. Applicants must pass a performance exam.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Electronics Associate DC (EM1) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The EM1 can be a stand-alone certification for candidates requiring a narrower set of knowledge and skills or it can be part of the EM program, which requires that candidates attain five modules towards the eventual goal of achieving ETA’s Associate level certification (CETa). Candidates must pass a written examination.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Electronics Associate AC (EM2) credential is for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The EM2 can be a stand-alone certification for candidates requiring a narrower set of knowledge and skills or it can be part of the EM program, which requires that candidates attain five modules towards the eventual goal of achieving ETA’s Associate level certification (CETa). Candidates must pass a written exam.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The EM3 can be a stand-alone certification for candidates requiring a narrower set of knowledge and skills or it can be part of the EM program, which requires that candidates attain five modules towards the eventual goal of achieving ETA’s Associate level certification (CETa). Candidates must pass a written examination.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The EM4 can be a stand-alone certification for candidates requiring a narrower set of knowledge and skills or it can be part of the EM program, which requires that candidates attain five modules towards the eventual goal of achieving ETA’s Associate level certification (CETa). Candidates must pass a written examination.
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) is an entry-level credential designed for technicians in the electricity and electronics field. The EM5 can be a stand-alone certification for candidates requiring a narrower set of knowledge and skills or it can be part of the EM program, which requires that candidates attain five modules towards the eventual goal of achieving ETA’s Associate level certification (CETa). Candidates must pass a written examination.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), while not formally a license or certification in and of itself, is required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act for workers who need access to secure areas of the nation's maritime facilities and vessels. TSA conducts a security threat assessment (background check) to determine a person's eligibility and issues the credential. U.S. citizens and immigrants in certain immigration categories may apply for the credential.
The American Petroleum Institute (API), Source Inspector Electrical Equipment (SIEE) is a mid-level certification designed for individuals who perform tasks relating to the quality surveillance of materials, equipment and fabrications at the supplier/vendor level in the oil, petrochemical and gas industries. SIEEs act on behalf of purchasers to examine fabricated and manufactured equipment and materials at a supplier's facility, as well as confirm that the supplier's quality management system is being utilized effectively. Candidates for the SIEE must meet educational and experience requirements and must pass a written exam.
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Reliability Operator Certification (RC) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. RCs are knowledgeable in resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data. There are no eligibility requirements for the RC certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BT are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. TOs are knowledgeable in resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data. There are no eligibility requirements for the TO certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. BIs are knowledgeable in resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data. There are no eligibility requirements for the BI certification exam. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Gap Analysis
The credential requirements have been compared to military training.
Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.
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Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)
Most
Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)
Other
Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience
High
Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.
Medium
Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.
Low
May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.
Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
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