Upskill With BICSI Connect EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT
Your Membership Makes All the Difference
In a rapidly evolving industry like ICT, sustained commitment is a true measure of a professional’s dedication. At BICSI, we recognize that our strength comes from the loyalty and long-term tenure of our members. With 43 percent of our members having been with us for more than 10 years, it’s a clear statement about the value of membership. To our newer members, rest assured – you’ve come to the right place to find the knowledge and expertise that will fuel your professional growth. Your commitment has provided a solid foundation for BICSI’s growth and influence. You have been with us through technological shifts, helping to shape the very standards that define our work today. Your experience – and your voice within the BICSI community – has been instrumental in elevating the profession through ongoing participation in conferences, volunteer work, and sharing your real-world experience that keeps BICSI content current and relevant. Long-term members also serve as a model by mentoring the next generation of professionals. You serve as a model for newer professionals, demonstrating a career-long dedication to excellence and professional development. Just as important, your adherence to the BICSI Code of Ethics and continuous engagement upholds industry standards and ensures credentials – like the RCDD
– remain the gold standard for quality and trust worldwide. Continued membership is more than just a renewed subscription: It signifies your commitment to professional excellence and to the belief in the value of vendor-neutral technical knowledge, high-quality standards, and the power of a connected, global network. We want to take a moment to give a heartfelt thank you to the individuals and companies who have made BICSI a consistent part of their professional journey and business. Thank you for being a member. We look forward to seeing you in Orlando for BICSI Winter 2026! P.S. Log in to your account to explore the new features available through BICSI Navigator, including a brand-new Corporate Representative Dashboard and an enhanced Corporate Buyer’s Guide. We’ve also launched BICSI’s first-ever fully online corporate membership application and self- service renewal process.
If you’re an ICT professional or an existing Outside Plant (OSP) designer who wants more in-depth training, BICSI has a virtual course track to help you learn more about the dynamic field of OSP design. Our OSP Micro-Certificate program can give you the additional skills to excel in your OSP career. This four-part specialized course series may be taken all together or you may take any one course on its own. This flexible, self-paced program covers: • General Design for Installations • Design Considerations for Aerial Installations • Design Considerations for Underground Installations
As a micro-certificate program and by completing all four classes, you will earn 35 continuing education credits toward an existing BICSI credential recertification requirement. Also, for each micro-course installment, you’ll earn a Certificate of Completion. Any OSP class may be taken on your own time, and you have 90 days from the date of purchase to complete it. Additionally, you can take a free, 10-minute OSP Readiness Assessment to see if you have the basics needed
to complete these courses. Sign up today to increase your OSP skill set!
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• Design Considerations for Direct-Buried Installations
Kevin Minot, MS Membership & Volunteer Services Manager membership@bicsi.org or volunteerservices@bicsi.org
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