We Are a Network of Doers
The National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) is a network of education providers and corporations that, together, embody passion for innovative CTE models and produce a sustainable, highly-skilled workforce.
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Mission & Vision
We were established to help build a workforce prepared to meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s industries by connecting employers and educational institutions in synergistic partnerships that foster effective training, elevation of skilled careers, and employment opportunities. In fulfilling its mission, NC3 builds deep industry-educational partnerships and develops, implements and sustains industry-recognized portable certifications built on national skills standards.
We Foster Education
As a leader in uniting industry and educational institutions, NC3’s mission is to train and educate the next generation of skilled workers for bright and productive careers.
We Pursue Excellence
The NC3 certification or “stamp of approval” is nationally recognized as the standard for certifications and workforce development. Through over 2,000 education institutions and organizations, NC3 has supported thousands of students and completed over one million industry-driven stackable certifications to date.
We Drive Growth
With the number of certifications nearly doubling every year, NC3 continues to train more instructors, develop more certifications, educate and prepare more students for the workforce, transform more schools into Centers of Excellence and drive more policy to promote technical education across the nation.
We Build Relationships
Connections drive our community forward. NC3 is proud to provide a member community and forum for industry and trade leaders, professional organizations and educational institutions to connect, network and build relationships to drive workforce development and better technical education.
National Master Instructors
Meet the wonderful faces behind certification development and the Train-the-Trainer professional development program!
Click here to learn more about the esteemed NC3 Master Instructors.
Industry Partners
Strong industry partners paired with innovative education institutions help NC3 drive its mission and vision to creating a highly-skilled workforce. Click here to learn more about our global industry partners.
