• MSSC Master Training Center: In-Person Instructor Training

  
  1. Instructor Training CPT & CPT+: 3 Day Course

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Industry expert with a minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations
  • Industry expert with a minimum of 2 years of experience in developing and delivering manufacturing related training
  • MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT)
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC E-learning courses
  • Strong grasp of all four MSSC Assessment areas: (Safety, Quality Practices and Measurement, Manufacturing Processes and Production and Maintenance Awareness)
  • Candidates will obtain their CPT Certification prior to hands-on testing for CPT+
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC "Hands-On" CPT+ training and its relationship to the CPT E-learning content
  • Competent technology/computer skills that permit instructor to use technology tools (PC, LCD, Overhead Projector, PowerPoint, etc.) in MSSC course delivery

  Cost: $2500

  
  2. Instructor Training CPT+: 2 Day Course

  Required Qualifications:

  • Candidates must be authorized MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) Instructor

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Preferred to have earned the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT)
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC E-learning courses
  • Strong grasp of all four MSSC Assessment areas: (Safety, Quality Practices and Measurement, Manufacturing Processes and Production and Maintenance Awareness)
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC "Hands-On" CPT+ training and its relationship to the CPT E-learning content
  • Competent technology/computer skills that permit instructor to use technology tools (PC, LCD, Overhead Projector, PowerPoint, etc.) in MSSC course delivery

  Cost: $1750

  
  3. Instructor Training CPT: 2 Day Course

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT)
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC E-learning courses
  • Strong grasp of all four MSSC Assessment areas: (Safety, Quality Practices and Measurement, Manufacturing Processes and Production and Maintenance Awareness)
  • Demonstrate ability to explain the delivery of MSSC "Hands-On" CPT+ training and its relationship to the CPT E-learning content
  • Competent technology/computer skills that permit instructor to use technology tools (PC, LCD, Overhead Projector, Power Point, etc.) in MSSC course delivery

  Cost: $1750

NCCER

• Looking to work in construction and trades environments?

  
  This 80-hour NCCER (National Center for Construction Education & Research) course will provide you with the basic skills necessary to work in both.
   
  Course Description:  Key content includes: Basic Safety, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Construction Drawings, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, Basic Employability Skills, and Material Handling.  Completing this curriculum gives you the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area you choose. NCCER Core is a prerequisite to all other Level 1 craft curriculums. 

  Tuition includes the NCCER Core Curriculum book, hard hat, safety goggles, safety gloves, ear protection and testing. Upon completion of this program, you will receive a certificate from NCCER, a wallet card, and be listed in the NCCER National Registry.  

  Cost:  $1825.00

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

Construction

• Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction

  Various types of construction drawings are used to represent the actual components of a building project. The drawings provide specific information about the locations of the parts of a structure, the types of materials to be used, and the correct layout of the building. Knowing the purposes of the different types of drawings and interpreting the drawings correctly are important skills in the construction trades. This course covers printreading fundamentals, construction materials, and light frame construction used in residential and light commercial buildings. It will provide information applicable to the carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building trades and provide an authentic printreading experience using contemporary prints.

  Tuition: $795 (scholarship funding may be available)

  This is structured in a Part 1 and Part 2 and this language needs to be added. 

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

• Construction Technology for Residential Builders with Exam Prep

   

  If this is your first step towards a future in the construction industry, this training is the ideal starting point for a wide variety of career paths. Construction Technology will ground you in the basic knowledge and principles of carpentry, masonry, electrical work, HVAC, and plumbing. This 6-week, 54-hour course will also give you the knowledge and prepare you to take the Residential Builder Exam. This is not a hands-on course. You will need one year of work experience under a general contractor before you can take the exam to be licensed.

  Students are required to purchase the SC Residential Contractor Reference Book Set. This set may be purchased at https://www.mycontractorslicense.com/south-carolina-general-contractors-license_a/269.htm. Select SC as your state, choose SC Residential Builder Course, and SC Residential Contractor Reference Book Set. Company offers Affirm payment plan. This is a recommended site; you are welcome to check other sites but please make sure you have all current books that’s listed in this set. Books are not available in the college bookstore.

   

  Tuition: $1820 (scholarship funding may be available)

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here.

• This course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of developing building costs.  Students will learn to analyze project specifications, drawings, and site conditions to create accurate cost estimates for various construction projects. By the end of the course, students will be able to Prepare accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for building projects, Identify and analyze factors influencing construction costs, and Utilize software tools to enhance estimation accuracy.

  This course is ideal for anyone interested in the construction industry who wants to prepare a bid estimate for building construction projects.  Perspective students should have the ability to read residential blueprints.

  Tuition: $925.00 (scholarship funding may be available)

• Plan Reading & Material Takeoff

  This course provides the framework for developing a quantitative material takeoff from working drawings. Students will learn to read and interpret building plans and create an accurate takeoff.  By the end of the course, students will be able to Utilize plans to develop an accurate takeoff of construction materials and implement a checklist procedure to ensure the take-off is complete.

  This course is ideal for anyone interested in reading building plans and preparing a material takeoff for building materials.

  Tuition: $825 (scholarship funding may be available)

• Residential Wiring Based on NEC

  Course Description:
  
  This beginner-level course is designed for individuals with little to no prior knowledge of residential wiring. Students will learn to safely and efficiently lay out and wire basic circuits required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) for residential applications. Topics covered include wiring for standard receptacles, switches, 3-way and 4-way lighting circuits, box fill calculations, and GFCI circuits. By the end of the course, students will gain the foundational skills needed to confidently approach residential electrical projects while adhering to NEC standards.

  Tuition: $825 (scholarship funding may be available)

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

• CNC Machining Practices covers the basic

  operations needed to operate a CNC machine. Know

  proper geometry, programming, control and tools.

  Upon completion of this course, students will have

  the skills to operate a CNC Machine.

  Course includes:

  • G and M Code Programming
  • CNC Turning Geometry
  • CNC Milling Geometry
  • Canned Cycles and Sub-Programming
  • Machine Controls
  • Selecting / Setting up Tooling
  • CNC Tooling Geometry and Offsets
  • CNC WPCs and Work shifts

  Cost: $1150 (scholarship funding may be available)

Industrial/Manufacturing

• Be on the move and learn a new skill that will increase your opportunities in the workforce. You will learn the correct care and use of forklift equipment. You will be trained using OSHA's Powered Industrial Truck Standard OSHA Standard 1910.178 , forklift design limitations, use in material handling, pre operation check, operator skills and accident prevention. Class provides hands on operation for sit down forklift. You will receive a 3 year certification in forklift safety, preventative maintenance and driving operation skills. Certification is for sit down operation. Federal law requires individuals be at least 18 years of age or older to drive a forklift. Closed toe shoes are required during class.

  Cost: $225.00 (scholarship funding may be available for qualified candidates)

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

• See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

• Be on the move and learn a new skill to increase your workforce opportunities. You will learn the correct care and use of a stand-up forklift. You will be trained using OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck Standard OSHA Standard 1910.178, forklift design limitations, use in material handling,

  Pre-operation check, operator skills, and accident prevention. The class provides hands-on operation for stand-up forklifts. You will receive a 3-year certification in forklift safety, preventative maintenance, and driving operation skills. Certification is for stand-up operation. Federal law requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age or older to drive a forklift. Closed-toe shoes are required during class. Must have a valid permit or driver's license or have prior experience in operating a motor vehicle.

   

  Cost: $225.00 (scholarship funding may be available)

   

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• Sigma Green Belt professionals provide improvement processes and methodologies to organizations to reduce total operating costs. This training covers the terminology, tools, and methods of the Six Sigma methodology for individuals who will lead improvement projects in your organization.

  The course covers these subjects:

  Understanding Lean Six Sigma and the Organization

  Lean Principles in the Organization

  Project Improvement Process using the DMAIC Method

  (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control)

  Students will obtain an understanding of Lean Six Sigma and how to approach a continuous improvement project using DMAIC. Students will understand when to apply SIPOC, Value Stream and Continuous Flow diagrams. Students will be able to conduct “root cause analysis” of problems using Cause and Effect and Fishbone diagrams. They will gain a basic understanding of graphical analysis tools such as Histograms, run charts and Pareto Analysis.

  Cost: $2,250.00 scholarship funding may be available)

  See current list of course class offerings and schedules here. Check back for new classes coming soon.

• In this forty hour class, students will learn the key concepts of injection molding. Major class topics include What Are Plastics , Injection Molding, The Machine, Personal Protective Equipment, Safety In the Plant, Basic Quality Control, Basic Process Troubleshooting, Key Industry Terminology, and more. In parallel to the class, enrollees are required to complete OSHA certification which is included in price. The classroom and lab are fully outfitted with hands on training aids, tools, and most importantly, a working 500 ton Engel injection molding machine. Students can expect to receive real world experience making actual parts, along with all the associated challenges and rewards.

  Cost: $1,680.00 (scholarship funding may be available)

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• The Intermediate Class for Plastics Injection Molding is a hands-on curriculum that illustrates the construction of an injection molding process through scientific methods and mathematic calculations. After completing the class, the student will be able to fabricate a process for an injection mold from scratch and supply the appropriate process documentation to record the results.

  Further exposure to the Engel CC300 Controller will be facilitated through lab demonstrations while also using tools of the injection molding trade. An introduction to statistical tools for troubleshooting and root cause verification will also be explored. This is an in-depth study for students who are pursuing a technical career in the injection molding field.

  Tuition: $1600 (scholarship funding may be available)

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• Introduction to Industrial electricity students will study basic electrical theory. They will also learn the fundamentals of electrical and electronic circuits, and motor controls.

  Tuition: $1150 (scholarship funding may be available)

• Fundamental Philosophies, Quality System & Documentation Requirements of the Standard.

  Emphasis of Process Approach transforming the Quality Management System into a Business Model instead of a compliance Model.

  Tuition: $450 (scholarship funding may be available)

• This program is designed for individuals aspiring to advance their careers within their organizations by enhancing their management and supervisory skills. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of essential competencies necessary for effectively managing and leading teams. Through this program, you will develop the expertise needed to inspire and guide associates, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

  This 48-hour Management Development Program highlights topics which include:

  • Self-Leadership
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Communication Strategies
  • Building Better Teams
  • Time & Meeting Management
  • Dealing with Difficult People
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Performance Management
  • Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
  • Successfully Managing Change
  • Influence & Persuasion
  • Stress Management

  Tuition: $935 (scholarship funding may be available)

• Manual Machining Practices covers the basic

  operations to work safely in a manual machining

  environment. Upon completion of this course,

  students will have the skills to work safely with

  manual machines.

  Course includes:

  • Shop Safety
  • Machine Shop Equipment Identification
  • Basic Measuring and Inspection
  • Basic Milling Operations
  • Basic Turning Operations

  Tuition: $1150 (scholarship funding may be available)

• You will have 1 month to complete the 10 hour online training at your own pace. A computer, email and internet access are required to take the course. The OSHA Outreach Training Program for General Industry will provide you training on hazard awareness and the safety and health hazards in the workplace. The program also provides information regarding workers' rights and employer responsibilities. Through this program, you will earn an OSHA 10 hour card.

  The course includes:

  • Introduction to OSHA
  • Walking and Working Surfaces
  • Electrical Safety
  • Hazard Communication
  • Fire Safety
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • and other topics.

  Tuition: $225 (scholarship funding may be available)

   

  Add cost: $225.00

• You will have 6 months to complete the 30 hour online training at your own pace. A computer, email and internet access are required to take the course.

  The 30-hour safety course provides a greater variety of safety subjects and in-depth, industry-specific training and is intended for supervisors and workers with safety and health responsibility.

  Tuition: $525 (scholarship funding may be available)

• Project Management skills are needed in all disciplines.  As everyone works in teams to complete projects, the skills of project management have become more important.  This training covers the terminology, tools, and methods to successfully manage projects.  Whether you are leading a project, or a team member, knowing a project management process will be beneficial.

  The course covers these subjects:

  • Project Management Overview
  • Mapping Out the Ideal Plan
  • Adjusting the Plan for Reality

  Managing the Implementation of Your Project Supercharge Your Project Management Skills Students will obtain an understanding of a 12-step process on project management.  The process starts with defining the project, listing the tasks, setting the running order, putting estimates on the tasks, crash the plan, Gantt charts, resource planning, risk planning, monitoring the progress, costs, modifying the plan, and concludes with a project review. Upon completion, the student will receive a certificate for completing the Project Management Training provided the student passes the final exam.

   

  Tuition: $935(scholarship funding may be available)

• This course provides students with the foundational broad knowledge they will need to understand the world of supply chain management and related core competencies.

  Tuition: $950 (scholarship funding may be available)

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• This training covers an introduction to the terminology, tools, and methods of the Lean Six Sigma methodology for front-line staff/supervisors that will support improvement projects in your organization. Yellow Belt professionals are trained to assist Lean Six Sigma Black and Green Belts on improvement activities. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt professionals are a valuable asset within an organization.

  Cost: $650.00 (scholarship funding may be available)

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