Certified Production Technician Fast Track Online Program

DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT SKILLS FOR A HIGH-PAYING JOB IN THE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY?

The time is NOW! Improve your skills and become more competitive in the job market!

The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) developed the Certified Production Technician (CPT) as the industry standard for production workers. CPT is the national certification supported by the National Association of Manufacturers. Sixteen area employers are endorsing this program as a preferred credential for hire.

This program is strictly online. Please enroll in the modules in the order they are shown*. Success in this program is based off of not only the coursework itself, but prior knowledge and manufacturing experience.

Each module is approximately 15-18 hours of instruction. They consist of:

Manufacturing and Safety
OSHA Standards
Production teams
Training and leadership

Cost includes the $60, one-time registration fee required by MSSC.
Course Number: CEU-5317      $299

Quality and Measurement
Blueprint reading
Quality measurement processes
Problem solving

Course Number: CEU-5318       $239

Manufacturing Processes
Mechanical principles and linkages
Machine processes, tooling and operations
Production planning, workflow and control

Course Number: CEU-5319     $239

Maintenance Awareness
Machine fundamentals and maintenance
Basic electrical circuits and measurements
Machine automation and control concepts

Course Number: CEU-5320      $239

Once a module is complete, students are required to pass a final examination and upon completion of all four modules, the Certified Production Technician Credential will be awarded.

It is the student’s responsibility to schedule examinations. Call the Assessment Center at least 1 week prior to the desired testing date at 815-224-0542. 

These online classes are open for enrollment throughout the semester.

Select your start date and work at your own pace!

*Students must provide a valid email address at the time of registration. All communication by IVCC and MSSC will be done via email.

Call 815-224-0280 for additional questions or assistance with registration.

For more information about Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) and the Certified Production Technician (CPT) Credential go to msscusa.org.

Endorsed by these local employers:
Allegion/ LCN
American Nickeloid Co.
The Black Bros. Co.
Carus Corporation
Eakas Corporation
Hart Electric
HCC, Inc.
Inman Electric Motors
James Hardie
Maze Nails
MBL (USA) Corp.
Plymouth Tube Co. USA
SABIC Innovative Plastics
Transco Products
Vactor Manufacturing, Inc.
Zip-Pak