NACTEL Program
The NACTEL Program just completed it 12th year of operation very successfully. Six hundred and fifty students are currently registered in the NACTEL program, pursuing either an AS or BS degree. In May 2010, 115 students graduated; 60 students completed BS in Telecommunications degrees and 55 students completed AS in Telecommunications degrees.
New this year was a Video Technologies track within the AS offering. A corresponding Video Technologies Essential Certificate was also made available.
The NACTEL Board, consisting of individuals from AT&T, Verizon, Qwest, the IBEW and CWA continue to be very supportive of the NACTEL program.
Jeanie Bird, Directory Assistance Operator, Verizon, CWA 2001, Elkview, WV
AS in Applied Information Technology: Telecommunications
“This program went way beyond my expectations. It was fabulous!”
Stacy Calderone, Interconnect Engineer, AT&T, Elgin, IL
AS in Applied Intormation Technology: Networking
“I really wanted my degree, but knew that I would never be able to attend a traditional school. Without the NACTEL program, I wouldn't be a college graduate.”
Joe Cartwright, Network Technician, AT&T, CWA 4123, Dexter, MI
AS in Applied Information Technology: Networking
“The NACTEL program helped me gain a holistic view of networking. This online format is excellent! It is a great way to balance family life and work.”
Daryn Edwards, Telecom Specialist, AT&T, IBEW 21, Mount Vernon, IL
AS in Applied Information Technology: Telecommunications
“Every instructor was knowledgeable, very accessible, and honestly cared what I thought.” Daryn has already enrolled in the Bachelor’s program at Pace University with no break. He wants to continue his studies for a ‘three-fold reason’ – it makes him more marketable, provides more diversity In the field, and gives him a greater sense of accomplishment.
