Telephone and PBX Installers and Repairers

Many telephone employees are members of unions, and union membership may be required. The Communications Workers of America and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers are two unions representing many workers. The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers and The WICT Network are membership organizations for telecommunications professionals that offer continuing education classes, networking opportunities, and other resources. The Telecommunications Industry Association is a trade association for information and communications technology companies. The National Coalition for Telecommunications Education and Learning offers badges, certificates, associate's, bachelor's, and other educational programs in telecom essentials, broadband, and other areas.