Society of Broadcast Engineers

The Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) is a professional organization for engineers in broadcast radio and television. The SBE also offers certification in various radio frequency and video and audio technology areas for its members.

Background
The organization was founded in 1964.

The society elected its first female president, Andrea Cummis, in 2021.

Certifications
Operator Level Certifications
 * Certified Radio Operator (CRO)
 * Certified Television Operator (CTO)

Broadcast Networking Certifications
 * Certified Broadcast Networking Technologist (CBNT)
 * Certified Broadcast Networking Engineer (CBNE)

Engineer Level Certifications
 * Certified Broadcast Technologist (CBT)
 * Certified Audio Engineer (CEA)
 * Certified Video Engineer (CEV)
 * Certified broadcast radio engineer (CBRE)
 * Certified Broadcast Television Engineer (CBTE)
 * Certified Senior Broadcast Radio Engineer (CSRE)
 * Certified Senior Broadcast Television Engineer (CSTE)
 * Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer (CPBE)

Specialist Certifications
 * Certified 8-VSB Specialist (8-VSB)
 * Certified AM Directional Specialist (AMD)
 * Certified Digital Radio Broadcast Specialist (DRB)

Previous Certifications

These certifications are still in use but are no longer issued.
 * Certified Senior Broadcast Engineer (CSBE)
 * Certified Radio and Television Broadcast Engineer (CBRTE)
 * Certified Senior Radio and Television Broadcast Engineer (CSRTE)