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        Crestron Technical Institute

        Available only for Crestron Authorized Dealers and Partners, CTI provides exclusive training for Crestron products at our worldwide and regional offices and through online classes.  Cultivate your installation, system design, and programming skills and excel as a professional in our comprehensive training program.

        For more information on how to become a Crestron Partner or Dealer, please visit the Find a Representative or Partnerships page.

        If you’re already a Crestron Partner or Dealer and have a Training inquiry contact us at: training@crestron.com.

        Why CTI?


        CTI prepares you for the control system design and programming challenges facing commercial and residential A/V professionals every day.  Attendance at our classes ensures hands-on training and the opportunity to learn from and interact with our veteran Crestron training instructors.  Our instructors are professionals with over 20 years of experience in the industry and often helped design the Crestron systems for which they teach. In addition, attendees gain 24/7 access to resources such as design tools and programming and installation information to ensure your success in every Crestron installation.  We look forward to helping you enhance your career as a Crestron system designer or programmer. We value your opinion and look forward to hearing about your personal experiences with our products as we are always looking to improve our curriculum.




         

        Track Introduction


        At CTI, there is a class for everyone.  Whether your interest lies in DigitalMedia® and NVX or Installations and programming, we have a course for you.  CTI offers three main learning tracks, each designed to develop a full complement of skills for professionals in their respective programs.

        Read on to learn more about each track and to discover the right one for you.

        Technician

        Integrate, Install, Terminate & Maintain

        Who Should Enroll?


        This track is designed for Technical Installers and Integrators who work with Crestron Systems.

        Core Competencies

         
        • Integration of Crestron products and technologies using Cresnet, infiNET EX ®, ethernet, and Crestron Toolbox
        • Fundamental Crestron systems maintenance
        • Structured cabling basics
        • Cable termination

        Engineer

        Initialize, Configure, Test & Troubleshoot

        Who Should Enroll?


        AV Professionals who configure and maintain Crestron systems and Technicians interested in making the transition to Engineer will benefit from this track.

        Core Competencies

         
        • Proficiency in Crestron Studio®, the Crestron application for fully customizable programming, GUI design, engraving, and device setup and configuration
        • Mastery of Avia™ DSP, the audio web-based configuration software.
        • Thorough understanding of video distribution using DigitalMedia™ driven technologies with NVX.

        Programmer

        Crestron System Programming & Full Customization

        Who Should Enroll?


        This track is for AV Industry Programmers who seek to earn the respected title of Crestron Certified Programmer.

        Core Competencies

         
        • Competency in symbol logic coding
        • Use Smart Graphics to produce truly interactive and personal interfaces
        • Ability to configure and commission a Crestron Fusion deployment
        • Proficiency in Crestron’s Simpl+ programming language  

        Note: Successful completion of this track leads to Crestron Certified Programmer accreditation.

        Certified Master Programmers


        A Crestron Certified Programmer holds the highest respect in the industry due to the rigorous training, extensive experience, and stringent testing throughout the certification process. Certified Programmers earn an exclusive invite to our yearly Masters Classes. Masters Classes are an invaluable opportunity for programmers to obtain specialized, hands-on training for the latest Crestron software and hardware while networking and sharing knowledge with other members of the Crestron Certified Programmers Community.

        World-Class Training Facilities


        Our extensive training facilities are specially designed to promote hands-on learning experiences in a comfortable environment. 

        AIA/CES Seminars


        Our AIA continuing education courses were developed to meet the specific needs of architects, electrical engineers and lighting designers.

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