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National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies

The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) provides an independent evaluation of technical knowledge and experience among those working in the fields of engineering technology. Through its certification programs, NICET defines and supports career paths and ensures recognition and continued professional development of engineering technicians, engineering technologists, and other related disciplines.

Established in 1961, NICET has awarded over 121,000 certifications to engineering technicians and engineering technologists. Certification ensures that an individual has met rigorous standards based on work experience, examination, and third-party evaluations. Currently, NICET offers certification programs in more than 25 technical areas in the following fields:

• Fire Protection
• Transportation
• Security Systems
• Construction Materials Testing
• Building Construction
• Geotechnical
• Land Management and Water Control
• Underground Utilities Construction
• Industrial Instrumentation
• Low Voltage Communications Systems

NICET is a non-profit division of the National Society of Professional Engineers. For more information about NICET and its certification programs, please visit www.nicet.org or call 888-476-4238.