Manufacturing

Certified Production Technician (CPT)

3-5 months, 10 hrs/week • Starting range $48K–$70K (early-career, national framing)

MSSC / NAM

Best for: Hands-on learners. CNC, manufacturing, quality control.

Job outcomes: Manufacturing Technician · CNC Operator · Quality Inspector

Ramp: Hands-on pathway focused on production, safety, and shop-floor fundamentals.

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This program is for members who want a direct path into production and advanced manufacturing environments. You will build practical knowledge in safety, quality control, machining concepts, and shop-floor processes that employers expect in technician roles. Members who complete this track are preparing for production technician, machine operator, and quality-focused roles where reliability and process discipline matter.

Program snapshot

What you should know before you apply

Best fit

Hands-on learners. CNC, manufacturing, quality control.

Typical roles

Manufacturing Technician · CNC Operator · Quality Inspector

Course preview

Introduction to Manufacturing
Blueprint Reading and Technical Drawing
Machining and CNC Operations
Welding Fundamentals

Plus 4 more courses in the full path.

Languages

This program is offered in English.

Skills you’ll learn

SafetyQuality practicesManufacturing processesMaintenance awareness

Course list

1. Introduction to Manufacturing ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

2. Blueprint Reading and Technical Drawing ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

3. Machining and CNC Operations ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

4. Welding Fundamentals ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

5. Quality Control and Inspection ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

6. Safety and OSHA Compliance ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

7. Lean Manufacturing Principles ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

8. Production Technology Capstone ~10 hrs

Part of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program.

Before you apply

What to expect from this program

Difficulty level

Some prior experience or study recommended.

Time commitment

3-5 months, 10 hrs/week. 8 courses in the full path.

What you should know first

Hands-on pathway focused on production, safety, and shop-floor fundamentals.

Funding

Available at no cost through WIOA funding for qualifying members.

Career outcomes

Roles this program prepares you for

Manufacturing Technician

CNC Operator

Quality Inspector

Salary range: $48K–$70K. Actual wages depend on employer, location, and experience.

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