ESPA certification "sets the bar" and provides the foundational knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in many fields, including commercial and residential A/V, telecom, cable, satellite, fire & security, computers, building and general trades, advanced manufacturing, and green technologies. Some other professions such as architects, builders and engineers also would benefit from ESPA’s foundational electronic systems training.

The ESPA Certified-EST^® is the standard for entry-level ESTs.   The exam tests a technician candidate's understanding of industry basics and is a true indicator of whether or not the technician is prepared for a 21^st century technology career.

The exam is based upon the best practices of the commercial and residential electronic industries. ESPA's core curriculum was written by longtime industry educators and innovators. The ESPA Certified-EST^® is the building block upon which advanced specialty certifications can be pursued. The products below cover the following electronic systems concepts: Electrical Basics; Construction Methods and Materials; Tools; Wiring and Installation Practices; and Safety, Codes and Standards.

ESPA has several training and testing options for you.   We strongly encourage those that are new to the industry to begin with the ESPA Career Entry Survey and then proceed to the self-paced, online full review course.   If you are in the industry but have never been certified, the Pre-test Assessment will help you identify the training options you need to help you pass the ESPA Certified-EST^® exam. Please email certification@espa.org to take the pre-test assessment.