NC3 Milestone:
We Have Reached 1 Million Certifications!
Watch the counter continue to rise in real time and join us in celebrating this incredible national movement for workforce readiness.
Total Number of NC3 Certifications Issued:
Why 1 Million Certifications Is More Than Just a Number
Behind every certification earned through NC3 is a story of perseverance, purpose, and transformation. It’s the student who found a new path after feeling lost in traditional education. It’s the working parent returning to school to upskill for a better job. It’s the high school graduate stepping into a career-ready role with confidence.
NC3’s programs are rooted in industry-aligned, hands-on learning that mirrors real-world job environments. Our certifications don’t just validate knowledge—they prove skill, discipline, and readiness. They open doors to meaningful careers in sectors that are vital to our economy: manufacturing, transportation, energy, HVAC, aviation, and more.
This milestone isn’t just about numbers—it’s about impact. It's about proving that career and technical education works. It works for students, for schools, for communities, and for the economy.
And it’s only the beginning.
The Faces of Our Future Workforce
Students Supported
Instructors Trained
Certification Centers
1 Million Certifications: Our Journey
The path to 1 million certifications didn’t happen overnight.
It’s the result of over 15 years of commitment, innovation, and collaboration.
2008 NC3 Founded
201110,000 Certifications
2015100,000 Certifications
2020500,000 Certifications
2025We've Reached 1,000,000 Certifications!
What Certifications Mean to Employers
Employers would be more inclined to interview graduates that had job-specific skills on their resumes.
Employers preferred a digital badge over an academic transcript when verifying students' skills.
Employers agree that educators should provide their students with job-specific certifications that verify skills.
National Employer Survey conducted by Wonderlic.
