Is willing to provide or arrange for a NATE-approved proctor to administer the exams. Makes a firm commitment to market the NATE program to its customers and the local technician population. TO is not a responsibility to take lightly. Educators find that incorporating NATE knowledge standards into their curriculum and offering the NATE exam adds value to their continuing education programs and can help recruit new students. Utilities can encourage energy efficiency by offering the NATE exams, which measure a technician's ability to correctly service and install equipment.
Associations can provide a value-added service for their members.
One of the primary benefits of being a TO is visibility. NATE TOs also enjoy revenue opportunities. While NATE has set a base price for its exams, TOs may set their own price for the exams they sell and are free to bundle exams with training or other value-added services. NATE TOs host testing sessions for the NATE certification exams. Many TO's offer training, a good profit center, in addition to the NATE test.