Certified Radio Operator
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Certified Radio Operator (CRO) is a title granted to an individual that successfully passes the examination requirements of the certification
. The certification is regulated by the Society of Broadcast Engineers
. The CRO title is protected by copyright laws. Individuals who use the title without consent from the Society of Broadcast Engineers could face legal action.
The Ù.S. Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) previously required radio announcers to hold a Third-class License
, which was later relaxed to simply require a Restricted Operator’s Permit. There is currently no FCC requirement for radio announcers. The Radio Operator Certification exam covers much of the information required for a Third-class license, and demonstrates proficiency in radio station operation.
The SBE certifications were created to recognize individuals who practice in career fields which are not regulated by state licensing programs. Radio announcers are no longer regulated at the national level.
Professional certification
Professional certification, trade certification, or professional designation, often called simply certification or qualification, is a designation earned by a person to assure qualification to perform a job or task...
. The certification is regulated by the Society of Broadcast Engineers
Society of Broadcast Engineers
The Society of Broadcast Engineers or SBE is a professional organization for engineers in broadcast radio and television. The SBE also offers certification in various radio frequency and audio technology areas for its members.- History :...
. The CRO title is protected by copyright laws. Individuals who use the title without consent from the Society of Broadcast Engineers could face legal action.
The Ù.S. Federal Communications Commission
Federal Communications Commission
The Federal Communications Commission is an independent agency of the United States government, created, Congressional statute , and with the majority of its commissioners appointed by the current President. The FCC works towards six goals in the areas of broadband, competition, the spectrum, the...
(FCC) previously required radio announcers to hold a Third-class License
General radiotelephone operator license
The General Radiotelephone Operator License is a United States commercial license, as opposed to an amateur radio license. It allows the holder to operate, maintain or install certain classes of United States licensed radio and television transmitters under the authority of the Federal...
, which was later relaxed to simply require a Restricted Operator’s Permit. There is currently no FCC requirement for radio announcers. The Radio Operator Certification exam covers much of the information required for a Third-class license, and demonstrates proficiency in radio station operation.
The SBE certifications were created to recognize individuals who practice in career fields which are not regulated by state licensing programs. Radio announcers are no longer regulated at the national level.