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AI on the Factory Floor: New Insights from MSSC and Industry Leaders
For nearly three decades, MSSC has been recognized as the nation’s “Gold Standard” in certifying frontline manufacturing technicians, ensuring that America’s workforce keeps pace with technological change. Today, Artificial Intelligence is projected to transform nearly every aspect of frontline manufacturing—from predictive maintenance and robotics to quality control, safety, and real-time […]
MSSC 2025 Instructors Conference
This year’s Instructor Conference brought together educators, workforce leaders, and industry innovators to share strategies for strengthening manufacturing and logistics pathways. From stackable credentials and apprenticeships to innovative partnerships with community organizations, panelists highlighted how aligned systems can open doors for learners at every stage. Together, these conversations underscored the […]
MSSC Fall 2025 High School Video Contest
Theme: Redefining the Narrative: The New Face of Manufacturing The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) invites high school students nationwide to showcase their creativity in the Fall 2025 High School Video Contest. This contest encourages students to shine a spotlight on the modern world of manufacturing—its innovation, opportunities, and impact—through […]
Recordings: MSSC 25th Anniversary Commemoration & 2023 Instructors Conference
In 1998, the federal National Skill Standards Board endorsed the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council as the “Voluntary Partnership” of industry, labor and education responsible for defining the industry-wide skill standards for front-line production and logistics workers. Now commemorating 25 years of upskilling America’s workforce, MSSC has grown far beyond initial […]
Executive Briefing 2022
The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) will have its annual Executive Briefing virtually on August 24th, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM EST. This event will focus on Biden Administration initiatives on the use of industry certifications and apprenticeships in workforce development and education in multiple federal agencies. Registration is free and […]
New Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) 4.0 & Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) 4.0 Textbooks
Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) 4.0 & Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) 4.0 Textbooks Written for individuals preparing for MSSC CLA 4.0 & CLT 4.0 certification assessments – and for others seeking the latest description of the foundational knowledge needed by both incoming front-line workers (CLA 4.0) and the mid-level knowledge needed […]
Spring 2022 Regional Webinar Series
The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council is teaming up with your local MSSC Training Solution Provider to bring you an informative webinar on the update of MSSC’s signature Certified Production Technician (CPT®) industry-wide training and certification program applicable to over six million front-line manufacturing production workers. Based on extensive research with […]
Become A Military-Authorized MSSC Assessment Center
Prepare veterans and active military members for careers in advanced manufacturing and supply chain logistics upon transitioning into civilian life. Our certification programs deliver and certify foundational technical competencies for front-line technicians through hands-on training along with online courses and assessments. Fill out the form below, and we’ll send information […]
Certify Technicians For Future-Proof Careers
Prepare students & technicians for careers in advanced manufacturing and supply chain logistics. Our certification programs deliver and certify foundational technical competencies for front-line technicians through hands-on training along with online courses and assessments. Fill out the form below, and we’ll send information about how our certification programs prepare technicians for the […]