NC3 Curriculum & Certification
Tormach is a proud industry partner to the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) a non-profit organization serving nearly 2,000 secondary and post-secondary institutions worldwide.
Professional Development
We hold train-the-trainer events for teachers across the US who want to strengthen their machining skills.
Curriculum
All teachers who participate in a NC3 train-the-trainer course receive free curriculum to bring back and teach in their schools.
Certification
Each NC3 course includes industry recognized certifications that the instructors earn and are then able to offer their students to earn.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
To earn an NC3 and Tormach certification, instructors must attend a Train-the-Trainer event. Hosted at NC3-certified Leadership (Member) Schools and led by expert Master Instructors, these events offer a hands-on classroom experience for instructors to become experts in the newest certifications and bring their newly acquired knowledge back to the classroom.
CURRICULUM
The NC3 certification curriculum is a complete turn-key system of classroom presentation materials, labs, and exams. NC3 certification supplements a school’s existing curriculum with theory and hands-on practice. Students graduate with the most up-to-date knowledge and competencies valued and required by employers.
CERTIFICATION
The NC3 / Tormach certification gives students exceptional hands-on experience, provides access to the most current, relevant curriculum available, and addresses skilled workforce needs regionally and nationally. All NC3 certifications are criterion-referenced assessments with hands-on lab activities as well as competency evaluations, which are used to measure a student's ability to demonstrate learned competencies. A final comprehensive knowledge-based test must be completed to achieve the industry certification through the NC3 certification portal.
TORMACH + NC3 CERTIFICATION OFFERINGS
Tormach and NC3 offer schools and teachers industry-aligned curriculum, hands-on training, and nationally recognized credentials that strengthen career and technical education (CTE) pathways. Teachers benefit from access to NC3’s educator network, Train-the-Trainer events, and evolving resources developed in collaboration with industry partners. These certifications also help schools build stronger connections with local employers, enhance student career readiness, and position themselves as leaders in advanced manufacturing education.
The Tormach Metal Milling Certification prepares students with industry-recognized CNC machining skills through hands-on training on professional-grade Tormach mills. The program offers stackable credentials aligned with national manufacturing pathways, giving students a competitive edge for careers in machining and advanced manufacturing.
The Tormach CNC Fundamentals Certification introduces students to core CNC concepts using the compact xsTECH desktop router - ideal for building foundational skills in a classroom setting. This hands-on program teaches safety, programming, setup, and measurement techniques, while preparing students for stackable credentials and advanced manufacturing pathways.
The Tormach 24R CNC Router Certification introduces students to essential CNC machining skills using the industrial-grade 24R router, preparing them for real-world manufacturing environments. This hands-on program covers safety, setup, PathPilot® programming, and CAD/CAM workflows, while equipping students with career-ready skills and stackable certifications for advanced machining pathways.
Upcoming Classes
TTT 67 | WSU Tech
June 22-26, 2026
Join NC3 and our industry partners in Kansas, June 22 - 26, 2026 for Train-the-Trainer 67.
TTT 68 | Gateway Tech
July 20-24, 2026
Join NC3 and our industry partners in Wisconsin, July 20-24, 2026 for Train-the-Trainer 68.