Credential Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

Credential Version

Starting with SY 26-27, for credentials offered through Certiport, NCDPI will only recognize the three most current versions as of August of the current school year.
These credentials are indicated by two asterisks in the Validation Artifact field of the Credential Information.

FANUC Certified Robot Operator

Credential Name	FANUC Certified Robot Operator
Credential Vendor Info	FANUC https://www.fanucamerica.com/education/nocti-certifications
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	IK98 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Copy of certificate
Credential Lead Consultant	LCO
Course Code and Title	IK98 Manufacturing Robotics Honors (LCO)
Credential as POL	IK98 POL = Yes
Pathway(s)	Advanced Manufacturing (ADMA)^ Robotics (ROBO) Manufacturing Technologies (MANT)^
Cost of Instructor Training	N/A Included in initial equipment purchase
Instructor Training Requirements	Required Must hold certification and teacher certification
Exam Voucher Expiration	N/A
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023) Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024) Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3026) Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3027)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	Yes
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	Online
Proctored Environment Required	Yes
Proctored Requirements	Certified Instructor
Test Site Options and Requirements	NOCTI online testing: https://www.nocti.org/CertificateProgram-FANUC.cfm
Testing Environment Requirements	Classroom equipment list required for skills portion
Exam Time Allotment	3 hours
Exam Passing Requirement	75% or higher
Retakes	Yes
Student Accommodations	Yes https://www.nocti.org/credentials/accessibility/
Multilingual Resources*	No
Directory Notes	Use code 9147 when ordering the test. FANUC robots are in over 60% of all advanced manufacturing plants that use robots.

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.

Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.

Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.

Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.