Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS)

Formerly Certified Wireless Technician (CWT)

Current version: CWTS-102 released in July 2024

Next scheduled update: TBD

NOTE: The CWTS certification was previously known as the Certified Wireless Technician (CWT) certification. If you currently hold a CWT certification, it will be automatically updated to reflect the new CWTS certification.

The Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS) is an individual who can install APs based on a design document, configure the AP for initial operations and ensure connectivity. The individual can troubleshoot basic problems and assist users in-person or through remote communications in problem resolution. The ability to configure a WLAN client for connectivity is paramount with an understanding of the configuration process for SSIDs, security settings and other client adapter settings.

This individual is not responsible for WLAN design, analysis or security design; however, the CWTS should be able to gather information from a design specification document to properly configure an AP and troubleshoot individual connection issues. The CWTS may not be aware of the actual WLAN architectural design, the RF design or the full feature set in use to implement the WLAN.

Becoming a CWTS:

The CWTS certification is an entry-level WLAN certification from the vendor-neutral CWNP organization that brought you CWNA and other advanced certifications. To earn the CWTS certification, you must pass an online exam with a score of 70% or higher. Those desiring to work as instructors teaching CWTS classes must pass with a score of 80% or higher. Regardless of the way you choose to prepare for the CWTS exam, you should start with the exam objectives, which cover the full list of knowledge tested on the exam. The CWTS is a three-year certification, and it is renewed by passing the most recent version of the CWTS exam again.

Primary Knowledge Domains of the CWTS Exam:

Basic RF Characteristics - 15% of exam
Wireless Client Features and Capabilities - 25% of exam
Wireless AP Features and Capabilities - 25% of exam
Configuration of 802.11 Security Parameters - 15% of exam
Troubleshooting Common WLAN Connection Issues - 20% of exam

Exam objectives for CWTS-102

CWT Exam Summary:

Exam Number: CWTS-102
Cost: $174.99
Availability: Online Exam
Duration: 90 minutes
Questions: 60 multiple choice/single answer
Language: English

Preparation Options:

Customer Testimonials:

"I spent 10 months with [an employee] and he was still confused. He then got management to purchase the CWT bundle with [the CWNP] videos and he told me things make a lot more sense now. It goes back to me not having the time to focus on preparing to teach." -Jim Palmer (@WirelessJimP)

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Success Stories

I literally just came out of the testing centre having taken the CWDP exam. The certification process opened my mind to different techniques and solutions. This knowledge can only broaden your perspective. Great job, CWNP, you have a great thing going on here.
-Darren

Working through the CWNP coursework and certifications helped not only to deepen my technical knowledge and understanding, but also it boosted my confidence. The hard work it took to earn my CWNE has been rewarding in so many ways.
-Ben

I want to commend you and all at CWNP for having a great organization. You really 'raise the bar' on knowing Wi-Fi well. I have learned a ton of information that is helping my job experience and personal career goals, because of my CWAP/CWDP/CWSP studies. Kudos to all at CWNP.
-Glenn