Scholarships are available through the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation to individuals eligible for IMAP.

*Refer to the IMAP website for eligibility requirements. 

5G Readiness Training Program

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Credential #1: Wireless Broadband Infrastructure

Training Duration: 14.5 hours
Cost: $1,699
Class Format: (4) eLearning Modules and (1) Live Virtual Session

Class Content

  • Wireless 101 (eLearning)
  • Macro Site Fundamentals (eLearning)
  • Get Up To Speed With 5G (eLearning)
  • Cellular Communication Theories  
    • LIVE VIRTUAL SESSION
  • RF Safety and Awareness (eLearning)

Note: Students do not reapply for Credentials #2-4.

Credential #2: 5G Ecosystem

Training Duration: 12 hours
Cost: $1,699
Class Format: (2) eLearning Modules and (2) Live Virtual Sessions

Class Content

  • Your Future with 5G (eLearning)
  • Spectrum Fundamentals
    • LIVE VIRTUAL SESSION
  • 5G Ecosystem Overview (eLearning)
  • Cell Site Design and Panning
    • LIVE VIRTUAL SESSION

 

Credential #3: In-building Wireless Solutions

Training Duration: 16 hours
Cost: $1,799

Class Format: (1) eLearning Module and (3) Live Virtual Sessions

  • DAS and Small Cell Basics
  • Wi-Fi Integration
  • In-Building Wireless Ecosystem Overview
  • In-Building RF DAS Components and Subsystem

Credential #4: 5G and Broadband Deployment

Training Duration: 15 hours
Cost: $1,699

Class Format: (4) Live Virtual Sessions

  • Edge Computing, CBRS, and Private Networks with 5G
  • Fiber for Wireless Infrastructure
  • Line Sweeping and PIM Testing
  • Fundamentals of RF Engineering

Why: To earn an industry recognized certification from the Wireless Infrastructure Network as you begin or enhance a career in the telecommunication industry

How:

1. Apply for the 5G Readiness Program

2. Complete the MyInnerGenius Skilled Technical Assessment

* YSU STEM College students are not required to take the assessment. Proceed directly to the registration for the 5G Readiness Training Program

*You will be required to create an account on the YSU Skills Accelerator if you have not previously registered.

*You will be required to create an account with MyInnerGenius.

*Once you’ve completed your assessment and are matched 
to 5G Readiness, you will receive the YSU Career Fit: 5G 
Readiness badge, issued by Credly.

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3. Register for Credential #1, WIA’s 5G Readiness: Wireless Broadband Infrastructure

How much?
The cost of each credential ranges from $1,699 to $1,799.

Interested in attending for FREE? Scholarships are available to IMAP eligible individuals through the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation.  

Apply for IMAP.
 
*Refer to the IMAP website for eligibility requirements.