Automation technology is transforming modern manufacturing and industrial operations, driving strong nationwide demand for skilled Automation Technicians. Employers are seeking professionals who can program, monitor and maintain automated systems that improve efficiency, product quality and workplace safety  — often offering competitive wages and long-term career growth opportunities.

The following two Automation Technician training programs are available:

Automation Technician Skills Training Program
Designed to prepare you as a skilled Automation Technician and a valuable contributor to modern industrial teams, this 140-hour, hands-on program combines practical technical training with essential theory. You will develop real-world skills in industrial automation, system control and programming used across today’s manufacturing environments.
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In this program, you will:

• Build foundational knowledge of automation and control systems, including sensors, actuators and basic electronics.
• Develop programming skills used in automation environments, with an emphasis on logic, sequencing, troubleshooting and system optimization.
• Learn how programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and automated systems operate in real-world manufacturing and industrial settings.
• Gain hands-on experience through interactive labs, simulations, mini-projects and applied industrial scenarios.
• Prepare to earn industry-recognized credentials, including OSHA-10, ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) and TOSA Spreadsheet certifications.

By the end of the program, you will be able to apply automation concepts to practical use cases involving robotics, process control and smart manufacturing systems.

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Automation Technician Career Training Program
Designed for learners seeking a fully career-ready pathway, this 160-plus hour expanded program includes everything in the Automation Technician Skills Training Program, plus personalized career support through an integrated Career Launch module.
You will receive one-on-one coaching, mentorship and job search assistance, beginning at enrollment and continuing until you secure your first role after graduation. Regular meetings with your career coach help ensure accountability, skill development and job-market readiness.

Through this program, you also will:

• Strengthen essential professional skills such as problem solving, critical and logical thinking, attention to detail, perseverance, adaptability and time management.

• Develop effective professional communication and workplace readiness skills valued by employers.
• Receive guided support with resumes, interviews and job search strategies.

Grant funding often is available for participants in this program. NCLab can help determine whether you may be eligible.

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Program Prerequisites
To enroll in either program, you must successfully complete a two-hour, online Career Readiness Assessment to gain acceptance. While prior experience in data, programming or automation may help you progress more quickly, no prior background is required.