Overview
NOCTI provides industry credentials and related services for career and technical education (CTE) programs in the United States. It has operated since 1966 and says it provides credentials in every state at middle school, secondary, postsecondary and teacher levels. NOCTI is governed by a Consortium of States.
Credential categories
Job Ready: skills-based credentials.
Foundational Concepts: introductory credentials.
Teacher: credentials for educators.
Partner Network: credentials developed with partners.
NOCTI says it is accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) under ISO/IEC 17024.
Services
Besides credentials, NOCTI offers online test delivery, performance testing, digital badges, psychometric services and score reporting for programs.
How to apply
Credentials are delivered through CTE programs and partners; see the NOCTI site and your school or program for how to take one.