Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S)

Location(s): SUNY Westchester Community College

Training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of both single and multi-mode fiber optic cables. Both inside and outside plant fiber optic cable types will be utilized along with inside and outside plant enclosures and splice trays. Suggested Prerequisite: CFOT Course or another formal Fiber Optics Training course within preceding 6 months, or 1-year fiber optics related experience, specifically experience with fiber preparation, termination, and testing and a thorough knowledge of fiber optic safety practices. Note: Anyone can attend this program. However, those wishing to register with the FOA as a Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S) must have taken and passed the Basic CFOT Exam.

Fall 2025 Course Offerings

Location: Valhalla Campus – Gateway Center | Room 110
Dates: November 21st (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Catalog #: CE-TECH 2002
Class #: 71747
Cost: $ 1,122 (fee includes 3-year membership in the FOA)

Spring 2026 Course Offerings

Location: Valhalla Campus – Gateway Center | Room 110
Dates: Fri., March 13
Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Catalog #: CE-TECH 2002
Class #: 37672
Cost: $ 1,122 (fee includes 3-year membership in the FOA)

How to Register:

You will need the Class # when speaking with a representative.

Office hours for registration are Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (after Memorial Day – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm noon)
Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (in summer – closed some Saturdays).

For course questions, please contact:

Jim Irvine, Director of Corporate and Continuing Professional Education at 914-606-6658 or james.irvine@sunywcc.edu