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This AESBL approved certification course in CCTV is designed for anyone who plans, installs, configures or services video surveillance systems. Participants learn how analog and IP camera systems work, from camera types, lenses and image quality to recorders, storage and video management.

The curriculum covers site assessment and system design, cabling, power and installation safety, IP networking and network security, maintenance and troubleshooting, and the legal and ethical use of video surveillance under Alabama and federal law. The course also introduces emerging technologies such as video analytics, AI, cloud services and thermal imaging.

This certification is designed for security system installers, service technicians, IT professionals, facility managers and anyone seeking expertise in CCTV systems.

At the completion of this course, participants will learn to:

1. Compare the components and functions of analog and IP CCTV systems.
2. Apply site assessment and design principles, including camera selection, placement and site-specific requirements.
3. Identify proper installation practices for cabling, power, camera mounting, recorder integration and job site safety.
4. Configure IP cameras on a network and apply network security practices.
5. Evaluate and troubleshoot common problems and apply routine maintenance practices.
6. Explain the legal and ethical requirements for video surveillance, including Alabama eavesdropping and surveillance laws and the Alabama Data Breach Notification Act.
7. Describe current advancements and trends in CCTV technology, including high-resolution cameras, wireless systems, cloud services and AI-based video analytics.

This course is provided for educational purposes only and offers general information. It does not constitute professional licensure, state certification, legal advice, engineering guidance, or official compliance direction.

This course is approved by the Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (AESBL) to fulfill the educational requirements for licensing in applicable jurisdictions. Completion does not grant or substitute for any official license, certification, or regulatory approval. Licensing decisions rest solely with the relevant state board.

Participants are solely responsible for making sound professional decisions and for ensuring that all work complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, industry standards, and regulations. The course provider, instructors, and affiliates assume no liability for how learners apply course content, for any installation outcomes, system performance, or for results related to licensure or employment.