We're bringing Vocation to Home Education.
Class Source has partnered with AmSkills to bring vocational training to our homeschool community.
In this REGISTERED PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM, students will be trained to be:
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Each of these classes counts towards the required credits to qualify for the Florida Bright Futures Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship (GSV).
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These classes, like all our classes, may be paid for with PEP/UA funds through Step Up for Students.
AmSkills C101 BASIC OPERATIONS
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate I Course (SACA) (2025-2026)
Course 1 – 16 weeks
C-101 Basic Operations
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate I Course (SACA)
SACA's C-101 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate I – Basic Operations certification is an
introductory credential that prepares individuals to succeed in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 controls, automation, and processes. This certification is appropriate for individuals working in any occupation in advanced manufacturing.
Basic Operations Competencies:
● Concepts & Terminology of Smart Manufacturing
● Basic Setup, Adjustment & Operation of Automated Machines
● Safety and Hand Tools
● Blueprint & Schematic Reading
● Precision Measurement
● Basic Electrical Control, Pneumatic, & Sensor Systems Operation
● Basic Robot Operation & Terminology
● Production Monitoring via HMI, Internet, Ethernet, & Smart Phones
AmSkills C-102 Advanced Operations
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate II Course (SACA) (2025-2026)
SACA's C-102 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate II- Advanced Operations certification is an introductory credential that prepares individuals to analyze and modify modern production control systems that use Industry 4.0 automation technologies and processes. This certification is appropriate for individuals in occupations, such as maintenance, IT, and engineering seeking to become versed in basic factory floor controls, automation and programming.
Advanced Operations Competencies:
● Smart Manufacturing System Metrics & Optimization
● Setup, Adjustment, & Operation of Computer Controlled Machines
● Basic Ethernet Network Operation
● Basic Programmable Controller Programming & Operation
● Basic Mechanical & Hydraulics System Operation & Adjustment
● Basic Mechatronic Systems Programming & Operation
● Basic Robotics & CNC Programming/Operation
● HMI Interface & Operation
AmSkills C-103
Robot System Operations
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate III Course (SACA) ( 2025-2026)
SACA's C-103 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate III- Robot System Operations certification is an introductory credential that prepares individuals to operate industrial robots and other industry 4.0 technologies in a modern production environment. This certification is ideal for
manufacturing technicians, maintenance technicians and IT professionals seeking to become versed in robot system operations.
Robot System Operations Competencies:
● Robot System Operations Competencies:
● Concepts & Terminology of Robots
● Robot Setup & Adjustment
● Robot Operations & Basic Programming
● Fixtures/End of Arm Tooling Types & Selection
● Robot-Ethernet Network Communications
● Robot I/O Device & PLC System Interfacing
● Robot Monitoring & Cycle Time Optimization
● Robot Smart Manufacturing Concepts
Smart Automation Certifications | Industry 4.0
SACA’s Smart Automation certifications use a modular structure to enable them to fit a wide range of individual needs, industries, and educational environments. SACA offers certifications in three categories: Associate, Specialist, & Professional. Each certification is stackable, allowing individuals to start with one certification and add other certifications to customize their documented skills. Certifications are occupationally-focused, so they prepare individuals for specific occupations in the world of Industry 4.0.
Check out this video of the homeschool discovery day at AmSkills (thanks, Jason!).
