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Certified Production Technician

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Certified Production Technician -
MSSC Certification

Prepare for an entry-level job in Austin's thriving manufacturing sector through the Certified Production Technician (CPT) Program at Austin Community College. ACC's certification program was developed by the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) and consists of two courses.

About the Program

Each course lasts four to eight weeks and should be taken in the following order:

  1. QCTC-1046 Safety & Quality (3 credits)
  2. QCTC-1003 Production & Maintenance (3 credits)

Upon successful completion: You'll receive a nationally recognized certification that demonstrates to employers that you have the knowledge and skills needed for a manufacturing assembly job.

Hear Jared share his journey with ACC's CPT Program

Want to increase your earning power and career advancement? Apply your CPT credits toward ACC's Advanced Manufacturing Degree and become a manufacturing technician.

To sign up for upcoming classes, register for one of the following joint sections:

2023 Spring Semester

Courses for the 2023 Spring Semester are $430 each.

  • QCTC-1046 (65048)
    03/07 9am - 12pm (T, Th, F)
  • QCTC-1003 (65057)
    04/18 9am - 12pm (33% Online)
  • QCTC-1046 (65049)
    04/03 2pm - 5pm (M, T, Th, F)
  • QCTC-1003 (65058)
    04/28 2pm - 5pm (50% Online)
  • QCTC-1046 (65050)
    05/08 5:30pm - 8:30pm (M,T,W,Th)
  • QCTC-1003 (65037)
    06/06 5:30pm - 8:30pm (66% Online)

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2023 Spring Semester

2023 Spring Semester

Jan 3rd, 2023 - May 29th, 2023

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2023 Summer Semester

2023 Summer Semester

May 30th, 2023 - Aug 20th, 2023

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  • Live in Travis County
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  • Meet income limits

If you believe you're eligible, email Laura Marmolejo at lmarmole@austincc.edu or call 512-223-0131.

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Program
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Tuition

$2,200.00 $1,100 (Hybrid)
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Price Includes Books
Additional Fees Apply

Payment Options

Fast Track Scholarship
Financial Assistance Available

Time Commitment

4 - 8 Weeks
40 Hours / Week

Certification

Certified Production Technician (CPT)

Career
Information

Median Salary

$61,978
New workers start around $36,792. Normal pay is $61,978 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to $100,291.

Annual Job Openings

70
Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.

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Program Information: http://continue.austincc.edu/manufacturing
Program Coordinator: Ruben Ramirez @ 512-223-0133 | ruben.ramirez@austincc.edu

Certified Production Technician -
MSSC Certification

Prepare for an entry-level job in Austin's thriving manufacturing sector through the Certified Production Technician (CPT) Program at Austin Community College. ACC's certification program was developed by the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) and consists of two courses.

About the Program

Each course lasts four to eight weeks and should be taken in the following order:

  1. QCTC-1046 Safety & Quality (3 credits)
  2. QCTC-1003 Production & Maintenance (3 credits)

Upon successful completion: You'll receive a nationally recognized certification that demonstrates to employers that you have the knowledge and skills needed for a manufacturing assembly job.

Hear Jared share his journey with ACC's CPT Program

Want to increase your earning power and career advancement? Apply your CPT credits toward ACC's Advanced Manufacturing Degree and become a manufacturing technician.

To sign up for upcoming classes, register for one of the following joint sections:

2023 Spring Semester

Courses for the 2023 Spring Semester are $430 each.

  • QCTC-1046 (65048)
    03/07 9am - 12pm (T, Th, F)
  • QCTC-1003 (65057)
    04/18 9am - 12pm (33% Online)
  • QCTC-1046 (65049)
    04/03 2pm - 5pm (M, T, Th, F)
  • QCTC-1003 (65058)
    04/28 2pm - 5pm (50% Online)
  • QCTC-1046 (65050)
    05/08 5:30pm - 8:30pm (M,T,W,Th)
  • QCTC-1003 (65037)
    06/06 5:30pm - 8:30pm (66% Online)

Register Now Request Info

Certified Production Technician Program Information

Tuition

$2,200.00
Books & Fees Not Included

Payment Options

Financial Assistance Available

Time Commitment

4 - 8 Weeks
40 Hours / Week

Certification

Certified Production Technician (CPT)

Median Salary

$61,978

Job Market

70

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