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The Certified Gate Automation Technician (CGAT) credential proves you have the technical skills to install and service automated gate systems safely and effectively.

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Fee: $250

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Fee: $150

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FAQs

Q. Is the Certified Gate Automation Technician program approved for Louisiana and Mississippi gate systems licensing?

A. YES!  The Certified Gate Automation Technician program was approved in 2020 as an initial and qualifier certification for Gate Systems by the Life Safety & Property Protection Education Board of the State Fire Marshal of Lousiana.

If you are trying to become licensed in either Louisiana or Mississippi, successfully earning the Certified Gate Automation Technician credential will meet the certification requirements.

For more information on this, please contact info@acieducation.org.  

Q. I work for a company that installs automated gate systems, but I do not have direct installation experience. Am I eligible for the CGAT program?

A. Candidates for the CGAT program must have one year of experience installing gate operators before they are eligible for the certification. However, candidates may sit for the certification exam before the experience requirement is met and the certification will be held until the experience requirement is met. 

Q. What kind of continuing education credits are valid for my CGAT recertification?

A. Any courses that relate to automated gates or access control topics are eligible.

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Eligibility Requirements

The CGAT designation is built for installers and technicians working hands-on with automated gate systems. It demonstrates your ability to install, service, and troubleshoot equipment while meeting safety standards.

Applicants must have a minimum of one year of gate automation experience. If you do not yet meet the experience requirement, you may still take the exam and your credential will be awarded once the requirement is met.

Preparation

Applicants are encouraged but not required to attend AFA’s Gate Automation Installation School to strengthen their knowledge and improve exam success.

Topics Covered

The CGAT exam covers: 

Study materials are sent electronically following application approval.

Testing

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice practical, job-related questions.

Recertification

The CGAT certification is valid for three years. To renew, you must complete 12 hours of gate automation/access control-related continuing education within that period.

Accepted Continuing Education Includes:

Not eligible: Time spent viewing exhibits.

Reporting Your Education

When you submit your renewal application, you’ll need to include:

You can add CEUs to your MyAFA Profile as you earn them – no need to wait until renewal. Just go to the Education tab, click “Add”, and follow the prompts.

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FAQs

Q. Is the Certified Gate Automation Technician program approved for Louisiana and Mississippi gate systems licensing?

A. YES!  The Certified Gate Automation Technician program was approved in 2020 as an initial and qualifier certification for Gate Systems by the Life Safety & Property Protection Education Board of the State Fire Marshal of Lousiana.

If you are trying to become licensed in either Louisiana or Mississippi, successfully earning the Certified Gate Automation Technician credential will meet the certification requirements.

For more information on this, please contact info@acieducation.org.  

Q. I work for a company that installs automated gate systems, but I do not have direct installation experience. Am I eligible for the CGAT program?

A. Candidates for the CGAT program must have one year of experience installing gate operators before they are eligible for the certification. However, candidates may sit for the certification exam before the experience requirement is met and the certification will be held until the experience requirement is met. 

Q. What kind of continuing education credits are valid for my CGAT recertification?

A. Any courses that relate to automated gates or access control topics are eligible.

General ACI FAQs

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