Manufacturing Prep Accelerated Program – Taking Ongoing Registrations Through June 30, 2026

The Manufacturing Prep Accelerated Program (MPAP) prepares you for the Certified Production Technician 4.0 (CPT) designation with hands-on exercises and instructor training.

Topics covered are:

Safety

Quality Practices and Measurement

Manufacturing Processes and Production

Maintenance Awareness

Students also earn OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR/AED credentials. Those who pass the CPT certification exams earn 15 credits (one semester) toward the Associate in Science degree in Engineering Technology.

Additionally, participants will make valuable connections with regional employers and receive career assistance. This short-term training program connects participants with local firms and quickly increases their employability for manufacturing production and quality assurance positions.

Operation Next Florida is a partnership between the Florida Department of State and LIFT, a public-private partnership between government, industry, and academia.

The program offers Florida residents FREE training in advanced manufacturing skills. It puts trainees on strong career paths with opportunities to land high-paying, in-demand jobs throughout the state.

Open to U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens

18 years or older (by program completion date)

High school diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a program

Interested in manufacturing

Meeting other program admission requirements

Eligible participants will be enrolled at no cost through the support of Operation Next Florida.

The application deadline is June 30, 2026.

Classes are self paced and can begin within a week of registration

Students will have access to flexible lab time of 4 hours a month at our Palatka Campus, as well as virtual online support with an instructor to support learning

Class can be completed within 6 months of starting