Kickstart Your Future: CNC Machinist Certificate

Skills That Pay Off

Step into a high-demand career with training that’s fast-paced, hands-on, and built for today’s manufacturing environment. The CNC Machinist Certificate program takes you from blueprint reading to precision machining to CNC programming, giving you the skills employers look for and the confidence to work on real equipment. Each course builds momentum as you learn, practice, and apply new techniques that prepare you to excel in one of the industry’s most sought-after roles.

Unlock the language of manufacturing! Learn how to read, interpret, and sketch industrial blueprints so you can confidently understand the symbols, views, and specs used on the shop floor. A must-have skill for anyone entering modern manufacturing.

Prerequisite: Industrial Blueprint Reading

This course covers use of calipers, micrometers, English and metric gauges and other measuring instruments within a manufacturing environment. Topics include: English vs. metric, calibration of instruments, importance of repeatability, hands-on measurement of piece work, and instrument inspection and care.

Prerequisite: Basic Gauges & Measurement

A basic course in machining theory and an introduction to the use of common tools and techniques in manufacturing. Topics introduced include: turning, boring, drilling, milling, grinding, use of hand tools, machine setup, preventative maintenance, efficient operation of tools, and use of the Machinery Handbook.

Prerequisite: Machining Theory & Methods

This course covers the basics of precision machining operations utilizing a variety of machine tools and related equipment. Topics include: operation and use of drill presses, lathes, power saws, grinders, vertical and horizontal milling machines, and other basic machine tools; bench work (use of hand and power hack saws, deburring, shearing, filing, polishing, use of hand taps, and cutting threads with a die); safety and good housekeeping.

Prerequisite: Precision Machining Methods

This course introduces the students to the theories and basic programming fundamentals of the Computerized Numerical Controlled Mill process.

Prerequisite: CNC Mill Theory & Programming

This course introduces the students to the theories and basic programming fundamentals of the Computerized Numerical Controlled Lathe process.

If you’d like to take the next step toward earning your CNC Machinist Certificate, we’re here to help. For more details or to connect with our team, contact a JAMA Program Director at (517) 782-8268 or jama@mijama.org

Don’t Wait – CNC Machinist careers are in demand now!

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS
The Academy for Manufacturing Careers admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, or gender expression to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, or gender expression in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and any other school-administered programs.

CNC Machinist Certificate
CNC Machinist Certificate

Why This Training?

  • Hands-On Skills – Build real machining experience with mills, lathes, gauges, and precision tools.
  • Industry Ready – Train on the equipment, methods, and programming employers use every day.
  • Career Focused – Gain job-ready CNC and machining skills that open doors to high-demand roles.

You’ve Come to the Right Place