2023-2024 Credential Information
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA)
Credential Name | Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) |
Credential Vendor Info | ToolingU Krista Maurer 1000 Town Center, Suite 1910 | Southfield, MI 48075 216.706.6635 https://www.sme.org/ |
Credential Auto Collect | No |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Copy of Certificate |
Credential Lead Consultant | LCO |
Course Number and Title | IK68 Industrial, Trade, and Technology Applications (LCO) |
Credential as POL | IK68 POL = Yes     Note: Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) |
Pathway(s)^ | LCO Manufacturing (LCMN)^ |
Cost of Instructor Training | $0.00 |
Instructor Training Requirements | None There are no requirements for the instructor. The company does not require the instructor to hold the credential; however, our district policy will require them to have the credential. |
Exam Voucher Expiration | Vouchers to be used within the school year; however, their is no expiration date. |
Credential Lifespan | 5 years |
Renewal Options | N/A |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | Carpenters (47-2031) Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031) Machinists (51-4041) Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other (51-4199) |
Articulation | No |
Sequencing | No |
Employer Transferability | Yes |
Delivery Format | On-line |
Proctored Environment Required | Yes |
Test Site Options and Requirements | None |
Testing Environment Requirements | N/A |
Proctored Requirements | The proctor must complete the proctor form 2 weeks prior to the test administration. It can be proctored by any staff member. Link to proctor form: https://www.sme.org/training/technicalcertification/certified-manufacturing-associate/ |
Exam Time Allotment | 2 hours (Open book, Open Note) |
Exam Passing Requirement | 70% or higher |
Retakes | Yes Must wait 30 days after initial test to retest at a reduced cost. |
Student Accommodations | Yes They allow students needing accommodations an additional hour to take the exam. |
Multilingual Resources* | Yes They are provided in Spanish. |
Directory Notes | None |
OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health
Credential Name | OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health |
Credential Vendor Info | CareerSafe Robin Reiling Account Manager Robin.Reiling@careersafeonline.com 623.703.4581 OSHA Credentials can be awarded by any OSHA-Authorized Training Provider. Find a Trainer: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/find-a-trainer |
Credential Auto Collect | No |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Copy of Certificate OR Pocket Card |
Credential Lead Consultant | Nolan Fahrer nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov |
Course Number and Title | AS31 Agricultural Mechanics IHB12 Biomedical Technology II (LCO)HL21 Biomedical Innovations (LCO)HU42 Health Science IIIK68 Industrial, Trade, and Technology Applications (LCO)IM11 Advanced Manufacturing ITE21 Principles of Technology I (LCO)TE22 Principles of Technology II (LCO) |
Credential as POL | AS31 POL = NoHB12 POL = NoHL21 POL = NoHU42 POL = NoIK68 POL = NoIM11 POL = NoTE21 POL = NoTE22 POL = No |
Pathway(s)^ | Advanced Manufacturing (ADMA)Biomedical Technology (BTCP)Engineering Technology (ETEC)^Healthcare Professional (HPCP)Power, Structural, and Technical Systems (PSTE) |
Cost of Instructor Training | N/A |
Instructor Training Requirements | None |
Exam Voucher Expiration | For an enrolled student: 180 days Unused seat: 1 year |
Credential Lifespan | Lifetime The recommendation is to take OSHA safety training every 4 to 5 years to stay updated with the latest safety regulations and industry practices. For complete training guidelines, the recommendation is for workers to consult with local regulatory authorities. |
Renewal Options | N/A |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023)Electricians (47-2111)Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other (17-3029)Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (49-3041)Healthcare Support Workers, All Other (31-9099)Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3026)Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (29-2061)Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071)Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3027)Medical Assistants (31-9092)Pharmacy Technicians (29-2052)Radiologic Technologists and Technicians (29-2034)Registered Nurses (29-1141)Respiratory Therapists (29-1126) |
Articulation | No |
Sequencing | No |
Employer Transferability | Yes |
Delivery Format | On-line |
Proctored Environment Required | No |
Test Site Options and Requirements | Computer with website access. |
Testing Environment Requirements | N/A |
Proctored Requirements | N/A |
Exam Time Allotment | Each topic contains a brief assessment, which must be successfully completed before the topic is marked complete. Once all topics have been viewed and the corresponding assessments are passed, there is a comprehensive final assessment. Students must complete all required course material including the course survey within six months to receive the credential. |
Exam Passing Requirement | 70% or higher on the quizzes and final exam. The online report field "completed" indicates passing. |
Retakes | Yes Retakes are available within six months of enrollment. Students must pass the final assessment with a 70% score or higher within three (3) attempts. If a student does not pass, he or she will be given one (1) course reset and must start from the beginning. |
Student Accommodations | Yes Optional read aloud and captions are available for each course. All requirements of an IEP can be accommodated as written in the plan. |
Multilingual Resources* | Yes Spanish resources are available for OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety and Health but not for specific pathways. https://campus.careersafeonline.com/wbtClass_info.k2?wbtClassID=484 |
Directory Notes | None |