Unions and Associations
Some fiber optics technicians are members of the Communications Workers of America, a union that represents 700,000 workers in both the private and public sectors. Membership organizations for technicians include the ETA International, Fiber Optic Association (FOA), Optica-Advancing Optics and Photonics Worldwide, SPIE, and The WICT Network. The Telecommunications Industry Association—along with ETA International and FOA—provide certification.
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