MOS 25R Visual Information Equipment Operator/Maintainer

Civilian Equivalents The following civilian occupations are similar to MOS 25R. For more information about these occupations from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, click on the civilian equivalent below. Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers

Credential Summary     Certification   Federal License   State License   Apprenticeship

National Certification

The following sections provide information on national certifications related to MOS 25R.

Common Certifications

The following certifications are directly applicable to MOS 25R. For information about how well military training and experience qualify you for these certifications, use the links below.

Electronics Technician Association, International (ETA-I)
	Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
	Consumer Electronics Service Technician - Journeyman (CEST)

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Advanced/Specialized and Other Certifications

Soldiers in MOS 25R may also be interested in the following certifications. These certifications may require additional education, training or experience. For information about the general requirements for these certifications from the certifying boards, use the links below.

InfoComm International

• Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)    

International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)

• Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level    
• Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Consumer Electronics  
• Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Video  

Microsoft Corporation

• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)    

National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA)

• C-SI

Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE)

• Certified Broadcast Engineer (CBE)    
• Certified Broadcast Engineer - Television (CBTE)  
• Certified Broadcast Networking Technologist (CBNT)    
• Certified Broadcast Technologist (CBT)    
• Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer (CPBE)    
• Certified Senior Broadcast Engineer (CSBE)    
• Certified Senior Broadcast Engineer - Television (CSTE)    
• Certified Television Operator (CTO)    

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State Licensure

A number of states require licensure for individuals practicing in this field in the civilian workforce. You can search for state licensure requirements on the
U.S. Department of Labor’s Licensed Occupations web site.

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Continuing Education

In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance. One option for advanced education is through the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Army Degree Program (SOCAD). There is an MOS 25R SOC Degree Program specific to your field.

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