About CWTS certification
The CWTS™ (Certified Wireless Technology Specialist) Certification is the latest certification from the CWNP Program and beginning in 2009, CWTS replaces the Wireless# Certification. CWTS is an entry-level enterprise WLAN certification, and a recommended pre-requisite for the CWNA certification. The CWTS certification is the first high-stakes certification geared specifically towards both WLAN sales and support staff for the Enterprise WLAN industry.
Benefits of CWTS Certification
Provides a competitive advantage by differentiating one's knowledge and skill set on WLAN technologies, allowing both sales and support staff to excel respectively
According to the Certification Magazine 2007 Salary Survey, entry level CWNP certification holders earn an average annual salary of more than $67,000
An unparalleled source for gaining a solid grasp on WLAN fundamentals and terminology
Delivers on the ability to describe features and functions of wireless components, while providing the skills needed to install and configure wireless network hardware components
Makes sales and support personnel more independent from the SE, while allowing SE's to support a wider group.
CWTS is the replacement certification for Wireless#, which has been discontinued. All Wireless# holders have been grandfathered into the CWTS certification.
CWTS requirements
Passing exam PW0-070 is a requirement of the CWTS certification.