Founded in 1945, the SCTE is a Learned Society and non-profitmaking organisation which aims to raise the standard of broadband engineering in the global telecommunications industry. The Society particularly concerns itself with the training and career advancement of technical professionals in the field. SCTE provides broadband industry accreditation and certification for its members around the world, giving them professional standing in the industry. It also run a variety of conferences, seminars and networking events for members at international venues throughout the year. See www.thescte.eu