Frequently Asked Questions

If you are installing any type of VSAT, you definitely need to take course GVF510 (Core Skills for VSAT Installers) and the Hands On Skills Test. This will give you the Basic certification which indicates that you have the minimum skills to activate a VSAT without creating excess interference. The GVF and the major satellite operators also encourage you to continue to Advanced certification by taking courses GVF520 and GVF521.

If you work with iDirect, Hughes, or Gilat equipment, you should also take course GVF503i, GVF503H, or GVF503G respectively in order to receive GVF specialist certifications for those three types of VSAT.

If you are installing or maintaining Sea Tel marine VSAT terminals, you should take GVF520, GVF 561, GVF562E, and GVF503E.