
C.A.T Level 1 Course
2026 Course Dates
August 10-12 Charleston
October 5-7
Rock Hill
December 7-9 Columbia
The Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 Course is a 22-hour course required for licensure in South Carolina. This 22-hour course provides the knowledge necessary to perform entry-level responsibilities within the many facets of the electronic life safety and security industry. This fundamental and essential course is required by dozens of states, local licensing authorities and regulators as a prerequisite for performing security integration work. If taking the course online, members may use the code SC-2025MDEsa for a discount.
Click here to download a PDF registration form.
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The cost for this class is $300/person (members) and $500/person (non-members) and the cost includes the NTS Level I e-book and examination.
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*Please note, a minimum of 5 registrations must be received by the SCESTA by the registration deadline date to host each class. Please contact the SCESTA to confirm class dates and times.

