The SCTE will offer a record 50 virtual classes in 2013, including nine new or revised courses, in a variety of technical topic areas. The virtual lineup - up from 37 classes in 2012 and 25 in 2011 - is part of an increased focus on training and career development by SCTE. Total yearly SCTE professional development registrations increased from 164 in 2009 to more than 600 last year..New courses for 2013 include Business Class Service Specialist (BCSS); Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS); Broadband Transport Specialist (BTS); Home Networking with WiFi; DOCSIS Systems; and WiFi Hotspots (CWTS). In addition, SCTE classes on Ethernet Transport, IPv6, and DOCSIS Channel Bonding have been revised.