Exciting News: A New Chapter for Machinist Career College!
We are thrilled to announce a transformative change for our institution. While it was previously announced that NTMA Machinist Career College would be closing effective February 28, 2025, we are delighted to share that this is no longer the case.
Effective April 1, 2025, NTMA Machinist Career College will transition to new ownership under 4th Watch Educational Services, dba Machinist Career College. This change represents an exciting new chapter for our school, ensuring the continuation of our mission to provide high-quality education and training to our students.
Our operations will seamlessly transition to our new location at: 1717 W Grove Avenue, Ontario, CA
We are committed to ensuring no disruption in services during this period of change. The first classes at our new campus are scheduled to begin on April 7, 2025. We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to our new home and continuing our tradition of excellence under the leadership of 4th Watch Educational Services. Thank you for your ongoing support as we embark on this exciting journey together.
For further updates or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our President directly by email @ [email protected] or via phone/text @ 310-686-5876.
Warm regards,
Danielle Skinner, Founder 4th Watch Educational Services
The Machinist Career College Team
What Is A Machinist?
Imagine being a super hero for machines. A machinist is like a magician who uses special tools to shape and create things from metal, plastics and other solids. They make parts that go into cars, airplanes, and even AI operated robots. Just like a sculpture carves a statue, machinist carves metal to make it fit perfectly and do amazing things!
Precision Manufacturing Training
For over 50 years, NTMA has trained thousands of students on the basics of machining. Located in Santa Fe Springs, California, our campus houses some of the most current innovations available in today’s industry.
Our machinist classes are designed to provide students with basic knowledge of machining techniques and processes. At the end of the program, students will be certified to set up and operate conventional machining equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, saws and the process to run, operate and program CNC machines. Students will also receive training on topics integral to a career in machining, including safety, quality control, inspection procedures, shop theory, precision measuring instruments, mathematics, and blueprint reading.
No High School Diploma / GED?
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Earn your high school diploma / GED while going to college to become a machinist. Ask about our new Online Pathways Program provided by Penn Foster Academy. Call us today to learn more!
NTMA Machinist Career College Programs
We offer entry-level, 6 and 9 month machinist training as well as two different types of advanced machinist training; ETP State Funded Programs and NTMA Skill-Up Programs. Click below to learn more.
Advanced Machinist Training Skill-Up Program
Learn More about our Advanced Machinist Training Skill-Up Program
Advanced Machinist Training ETP Funded Programs
Learn More about our Advanced Machinist Training ETP Funded Programs
Here are just a few reasons why NTMA Machinist Career College is the right choice for you.
Hands-on
Training
You will be a Certified Entry-Level Machinist at the completion of the program.
State-of-the-Art
Campus
Small classrooms of 15 students or fewer.
Everything You Need to
Succeed
Shop tools, books, learning supplies, tool boxes and shop attire all provided to students.
Begin a Lifetime
Career
Hundreds of employment opportunities in LA, Orange and surrounding counties.
Program Highlights
Machinist Training
This program is the basics of machining. Students learn the set-up and operation of conventional machining equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, and saws. Instruction is also provided in safety, quality control and inspection procedures, shop theory, precision measuring instruments, mathematics, blueprint reading, and basic CNC operation.
Instruction time is divided equally between classroom, computer lab, and shop, providing a unique blend of practical theory and hands-on experience.
Upon graduation, students may find entry-level employment as an operator of a lathe, mill, grinder, drill press, etc. in the machining and tooling industry.
Advanced Training – ETP State-Funded Program
These courses are designed to enhance and expand the knowledge for those currently in the machining and tooling industry.
Students must be proficient in the field, with experience and understand the concepts of machining.
The intensity of these advanced courses will prove challenging and require full participation for those interested in becoming competitive in this growing industry.
Over 55 years of hands-on machinist education and training
With more than 85,000 graduates, NTMA Machinist Career College is the perfect place for you to begin a rewarding, lifetime career.
Hear Benny's Story“The training that I’m getting to reach my goals is designed from top to bottom to give me the experience I need to get out into the workforce and begin a great career.”
Benny, CA
Financial Aid Office
The mission of the Financial Aid office is to help remove financial barriers and to assist students in meeting the cost of attendance for their education. The role of our office is to fill the gap that exists between the cost of attendance and funds available to you from all other possible resources.
Our experienced staff will assist you with completing your financial aid application, determine your level of need; find the financial aid that best fits you while meeting your educational expenses.
Federal funding is available and designed to help students with limited resources to pay for their education. All Aid is administered by our Financial Aid Department.
