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Certifications

Industry Certification Partners

Electronic Technical‌‌ Association (ETA)

The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Manufacturing Institute’s Skills Certification System.

Covers a wide range of technology fields, including electronics, fiber optics and wireless.

Part‌ners with schools and employers to strengthen mechatronics education nationwide‌ PMMI is a global leader in packaging and processing, connecting the full manufacturing supply chain‌ Supports innovation and business growth across multiple industries‌ Provides tools for employers, educators, and students to build a stronger technical workforce‌ Created the PMMI Mechatronics Certification Program to help bridge the manufacturing skills gap

ETA® Inte‌rnational is a non-profit 501(c)(6) trade association serving technology-related industries‌ Provides accredited, industry-recognized certifications aligned with the ISO 17024 standard‌ Collaborates with top industry professionals to ensure certifications meet real-world workforce needs‌ 200,000+ Certifications Issued: Trusted by professionals across industries‌ Membership is not required to take certification exams

National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Leading Construction Education Provider, supporting both industry and CTE programs. Covers 40+ c‌rafts: Training and assessment across multiple construction disciplines‌ Focused on growing the construction workforce and supporting individual career success‌ Offers flexible workforce development solutions with consistent, high-quality training‌ Supports career advancement through rigorous, relevant training and assessments‌ Offers a registry system that tracks credentials and certifications for employers and trainees‌ Aligns with apprenticeship models and supports both entry-level and advanced learners

National Institute for‌‌ Metalworking Skills (NIMS)

H‌ands-On Certification: Emphasizes practical skills aligned with on-the-job requirements‌ Develops and maintains industry-recognized standards for manufacturing and related fields‌ Offers training frameworks that align with real-world, technology-driven job demands‌ Helps organizations improve performance through validated, hands-on training‌ Ensures individuals and teams gain practical experience that reflects actual workplace challenges Nonprofit Organization, focused on strengthening the U.S. manufacturing workforce.

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