How To Become an Audio and Video Equipment Technician

What degree do you need

One of the most common questions that we always get is what major or degree do I need to become Audio and Video Equipment Technicians or what courses do I need to take.

We also asked Audio and Video Equipment Technicians what did they major in college or university and here are the top 5 most popular majors that came up.

Audio and video equipment technicians, as well as sound engineering technicians, typically need a postsecondary non-degree award or certificate, whereas broadcast technicians typically need an associate’s degree.

How hard is it

You may need some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience to be an Audio and Video Equipment Technician. For example, an electrician must complete three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Careers in this difficulty category will usually need 1 or 2 years of on-the-job training and informal training with experienced workers. These careers usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Similar careers include hydroelectric production managers, travel agents, electricians, court reporters, and medical assistants.

License and certifications

Although not required by most employers, earning voluntary certification will offer advantages in getting a job as a Audio and Video Equipment Technician. Certification tells employers that the technician meets certain industry standards and has kept up to date with new technologies.

Skills required

We asked other Audio and Video Equipment Technicians if they could only have 5 skills, what would they be. Here is what they said.

Knowledge required

Just like any other job, you will need certain know-hows to excel at your job. Audio and Video Equipment Technicians are generally very knowledgeable in these 5 key areas.

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