Installation credential
Installer 1
BICSI Installer 1® (INST1®)
The first step on the BICSI installation path. INST1 shows you can work safely and correctly on a structured cabling job, to published standards and best practice.
About the INST1 credential
Who it’s for
New entrants to structured cabling, apprentices, and electricians moving into ICT work.
What you’ll be able to do
- Work safely on site
- Pull, terminate and label cable to standard
- Read basic drawings and follow installation best practice
Eligibility
None. INST1 is designed for people with little or no cabling experience.
The exam
Verified by a BICSI-approved assessment at the end of the IN101 course.
Installation exam application: USD 335 member, USD 400 non-member.
Keeping it current
INST1 is a certificate and does not renew. You progress from it to Installer 2.
Your next step
Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) or Installer 2, Optical Fiber (INSTF).
Career path
The installation track
FAQ
INST1, answered
Who should take the INST1?
New entrants to structured cabling, apprentices, and electricians moving into ICT work.
What are the eligibility requirements for the INST1?
None. INST1 is designed for people with little or no cabling experience.
Which course prepares me for the INST1?
IN101, BICSI Installer 1 Training.
What is the INST1 exam like?
Verified by a BICSI-approved assessment at the end of the IN101 course.
Can I train for the INST1 in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. BICSI Saudi Arabia is in association with our affiliate Pro Skills Trainings, the BICSI ATF in the EMEA region. Current dates are on Courses & Schedule.
How do I keep my INST1 current?
INST1 is a certificate and does not renew. You progress from it to Installer 2.
What comes after the INST1?
Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) or Installer 2, Optical Fiber (INSTF).
Ready to build what's next?
Join the community setting the standard for ICT infrastructure in the Kingdom.