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CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania

30 CNC machinist programs with costs, results and funding that can make them free

21 schools offer these machinist programs, and Pennsylvania has approved every one for workforce funding. Each shows its price if you pay yourself and how past students did.

Machinists set up and run equipment, including computer-controlled (CNC) machines, to make precision metal parts and tools. Community colleges and technical schools offer certificates and two-year degrees that teach reading engineering drawings and programming CNC machines.1 In Pennsylvania, 9 of the 30 programs take students without a high school diploma, and all 30 are taught partly or fully online.

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How much does CNC machinist training cost in Pennsylvania?

$3,394 to $13,371 is what most CNC machinist programs in Pennsylvania cost if you pay yourself

That is the middle half of the 30 programs with a price. All of them: $750 to $47,126

In the typical program

Finished the program
Too few programs to say
Working 6 months later
Not reported
Earned a year, estimated
Too few programs to say
Length
20 to 40 weeks

Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Only programs approved for workforce funding are listed; other schools in Pennsylvania may also offer CNC machinist training. How these figures are made

Is there free CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania?

Who qualifies, and other ways to pay: paid apprenticeships, financial aid and the GI Bill

CNC machinist training in Oil City, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh and other Pennsylvania cities

Choosing an area filters the list below. 27 programs are online.

All 30 CNC machinist programs in Pennsylvania approved for WIOA funding

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30 programs

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC/Machinist Technician

    Erie Institute Of Technology Inc

    Based in Erie, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Erie Institute Of Technology Inc, based in Erie, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$16,192
    Program website, CNC/Machinist Technician at Erie Institute Of Technology Inc
    More details about CNC/Machinist Technician at Erie Institute Of Technology Inc
    Finished
    88%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    36 weeks, 26 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,525
    Students counted
    46
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $16,192

  • Machinist (associate degree)OnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Journeyman Machining Technology AAS

    Westmoreland County

    Based in Youngwood, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Westmoreland County, based in Youngwood, PA · Machinist (associate degree) · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$14,700
    Program website, Journeyman Machining Technology AAS at Westmoreland County
    More details about Journeyman Machining Technology AAS at Westmoreland County
    Finished
    46%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    82 weeks, 10 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $4,440
    Students counted
    35
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $14,700

  • Machinist (associate degree)OnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machine Tool Technology - MY

    Pennsylvania College Of Technology

    Based in Williamsport, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Pennsylvania College Of Technology, based in Williamsport, PA · Machinist (associate degree) · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$47,126
    Program website, Machine Tool Technology - MY at Pennsylvania College Of Technology
    More details about Machine Tool Technology - MY at Pennsylvania College Of Technology
    Finished
    80%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    60 weeks, 31 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,465
    Students counted
    33
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $47,126

  • CNC programmingOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Advanced Manufacturing and Programming

    Greater Johnstown Area Vo Tech Schl

    Based in Johnstown, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Greater Johnstown Area Vo Tech Schl, based in Johnstown, PA · CNC programming · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$10,585
    More details about Advanced Manufacturing and Programming at Greater Johnstown Area Vo Tech Schl
    Finished
    82%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    24 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $215
    Students counted
    17
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $10,585

  • CNC programmingHybridNo diploma needed

    CNC programming & Operations (Day)

    University Of Pittsburgh

    Titusville

    No diploma needed

    University Of Pittsburgh, Titusville · CNC programming · Hybrid · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$46,400
    Price if you pay yourself$6,350

    4 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, CNC programming & Operations (Day) at University Of Pittsburgh
    More details about CNC programming & Operations (Day) at University Of Pittsburgh
    Finished
    93%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    $11,600
    Length
    6 weeks, 32 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $150
    Students counted
    15
    a year, estimated
    $46,400
    price
    $6,350
    trained with WIOA funding
    4

  • CNC programmingOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC Milling & Lathe Programming Setup and Operations

    Allegany Community College

    Based in Everett, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Allegany Community College, based in Everett, PA · CNC programming · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$1,050
    Program website, CNC Milling & Lathe Programming Setup and Operations at Allegany Community College
    More details about CNC Milling & Lathe Programming Setup and Operations at Allegany Community College
    Finished
    100%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    15 weeks, 6 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $300
    Students counted
    10
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $1,050

  • CNC or machine operatorOnlineNo diploma needed

    Advanced CNC Mill Operator

    Franklin County Career And

    Based in Chambersburg, PA

    No diploma needed

    Franklin County Career And, based in Chambersburg, PA · CNC or machine operator · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$750
    School website, Advanced CNC Mill Operator at Franklin County Career And
    More details about Advanced CNC Mill Operator at Franklin County Career And
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    10 weeks, 6 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $750

  • Short course or single classOnlineNo diploma needed

    Intro to Machining

    Franklin County Career And

    Based in Chambersburg, PA

    No diploma needed

    Franklin County Career And, based in Chambersburg, PA · Short course or single class · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$750
    School website, Intro to Machining at Franklin County Career And
    More details about Intro to Machining at Franklin County Career And
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    20 weeks, 6 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $750

  • CNC programmingOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC Programming

    North Montco Avts

    Based in Lansdale, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Montco Avts, based in Lansdale, PA · CNC programming · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$775
    School website, CNC Programming at North Montco Avts
    More details about CNC Programming at North Montco Avts
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    12 weeks, 3 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $100
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $775

  • CNC or machine operatorHybridPrerequisite courses

    CNC Operator Training

    Harrisburg Area Community College

    Harrisburg

    Prerequisite courses

    Harrisburg Area Community College, Harrisburg · CNC or machine operator · Hybrid · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$1,250
    Program website, CNC Operator Training at Harrisburg Area Community College
    More details about CNC Operator Training at Harrisburg Area Community College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    12 weeks, 7 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $1,250

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaHybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Toolmaker

    Community College Of Beaver County

    Monaca

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Community College Of Beaver County, Monaca · Machinist certificate or diploma · Hybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$1,695
    School website, Toolmaker at Community College Of Beaver County
    More details about Toolmaker at Community College Of Beaver County
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    52 weeks, 4 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $1,695

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineNo diploma needed

    Machining

    Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School

    Based in Bethlehem, PA

    No diploma needed

    Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School, based in Bethlehem, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$2,000
    Program website, Machining at Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School
    More details about Machining at Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    30 weeks, 3 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $145
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $2,000

  • CNC or machine operatorOnlineNo diploma needed

    Precision Machining - Operator

    Erie County Technical School

    Based in Erie, PA

    No diploma needed

    Erie County Technical School, based in Erie, PA · CNC or machine operator · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$3,125
    More details about Precision Machining - Operator at Erie County Technical School
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    35 weeks, 7 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $700
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $3,125

  • CNC or machine operatorOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC Operator 285 hr Certificate

    O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc

    Based in Scranton, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc, based in Scranton, PA · CNC or machine operator · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$4,200
    Program website, CNC Operator 285 hr Certificate at O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc
    More details about CNC Operator 285 hr Certificate at O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    12 weeks, 25 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $4,200

  • CNC programmingOnlineNo diploma needed

    CNC Programming (300 Hours)

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Based in Schnecksville, PA

    No diploma needed

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, based in Schnecksville, PA · CNC programming · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$6,050
    Program website, CNC Programming (300 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    More details about CNC Programming (300 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    37 weeks, 8 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $6,050

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Precision Metalworking

    Sun Area Technical Institute

    Based in New Berlin, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Sun Area Technical Institute, based in New Berlin, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$6,500
    School website, Precision Metalworking at Sun Area Technical Institute
    More details about Precision Metalworking at Sun Area Technical Institute
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    36 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $500
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $6,500

  • CNC or machine operatorOnlineNo diploma needed

    Conventional and CNC Machine Operations

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Based in Schnecksville, PA

    No diploma needed

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, based in Schnecksville, PA · CNC or machine operator · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$6,625
    Program website, Conventional and CNC Machine Operations at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    More details about Conventional and CNC Machine Operations at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    37 weeks, 9 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $100
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $6,625

  • CNC or machine operatorOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC 510 hr Operator Certificate

    O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc

    Based in Scranton, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc, based in Scranton, PA · CNC or machine operator · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$7,500
    Program website, CNC 510 hr Operator Certificate at O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc
    More details about CNC 510 hr Operator Certificate at O S Johnson Technical Institute Inc
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    21 weeks, 25 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $7,500

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Precision Machining

    Greater Altoona Career &

    Based in Altoona, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Greater Altoona Career &, based in Altoona, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$7,887
    Program website, Precision Machining at Greater Altoona Career &
    More details about Precision Machining at Greater Altoona Career &
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    36 weeks, 25 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,665
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $7,887

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machine Technology

    Somerset County Technology Center

    Based in Somerset, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Somerset County Technology Center, based in Somerset, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$8,500
    More details about Machine Technology at Somerset County Technology Center
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    38 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,015
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $8,500

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machine Tool Technology

    Beaver County Career &

    Based in Monaca, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Beaver County Career &, based in Monaca, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$8,500
    Program website, Machine Tool Technology at Beaver County Career &
    More details about Machine Tool Technology at Beaver County Career &
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    36 weeks, 25 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $2,297
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $8,500

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machine Technology 935-Hour Program

    Western Area Career & Technology

    Based in Canonsburg, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Western Area Career & Technology, based in Canonsburg, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$9,030
    Program website, Machine Technology 935-Hour Program at Western Area Career & Technology
    More details about Machine Technology 935-Hour Program at Western Area Career & Technology
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    40 weeks, 23 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $421
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $9,030

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machining Technology

    Indiana County Technology Center

    Based in Indiana, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Indiana County Technology Center, based in Indiana, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$9,420
    Program website, Machining Technology at Indiana County Technology Center
    More details about Machining Technology at Indiana County Technology Center
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    40 weeks, 20 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,275
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $9,420

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Precision Machine Shop

    North Montco Avts

    Based in Lansdale, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    North Montco Avts, based in Lansdale, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$9,650
    School website, Precision Machine Shop at North Montco Avts
    More details about Precision Machine Shop at North Montco Avts
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    10 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $9,650

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineNo diploma needed

    CNC Precision Machine Tool Technology (600 Hours)

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Based in Schnecksville, PA

    No diploma needed

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, based in Schnecksville, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$9,850
    Program website, CNC Precision Machine Tool Technology (600 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    More details about CNC Precision Machine Tool Technology (600 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    40 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $200
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $9,850

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineNo diploma needed

    Precision Machine Tool Technology (1080 Hours)

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Based in Schnecksville, PA

    No diploma needed

    Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, based in Schnecksville, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$14,300
    Program website, Precision Machine Tool Technology (1080 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    More details about Precision Machine Tool Technology (1080 Hours) at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    40 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $24
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $14,300

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Drafting & Design/Machining Technology

    Somerset County Technology Center

    Based in Somerset, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Somerset County Technology Center, based in Somerset, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$17,000
    More details about Drafting & Design/Machining Technology at Somerset County Technology Center
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    76 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,607
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $17,000

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Machining/Welding Technology

    Somerset County Technology Center

    Based in Somerset, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Somerset County Technology Center, based in Somerset, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$17,000
    More details about Machining/Welding Technology at Somerset County Technology Center
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    76 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $2,184
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $17,000

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Precision Machining Technology

    Berks Career & Technology Ctr

    Based in Leesport, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Berks Career & Technology Ctr, based in Leesport, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$17,082
    School website, Precision Machining Technology at Berks Career & Technology Ctr
    More details about Precision Machining Technology at Berks Career & Technology Ctr
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    74 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $689
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $17,082

  • Machinist certificate or diplomaOnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    CNC Machinist - CNC

    Pennsylvania College Of Technology

    Based in Williamsport, PA

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Pennsylvania College Of Technology, based in Williamsport, PA · Machinist certificate or diploma · Online · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$25,155
    Program website, CNC Machinist - CNC at Pennsylvania College Of Technology
    More details about CNC Machinist - CNC at Pennsylvania College Of Technology
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    60 weeks, 21 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,465
    Students counted
    Not reported
    a year, estimated
    Not reported
    price
    $25,155

How to pay for CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania

WIOA funding can pay for CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania

Every program on this page is approved for WIOA funding: public workforce funding under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It can pay for training for eligible adults, people who lost their job and young people.2People on public assistance, with a low income or lacking basic skills come first, and veterans have priority.3Your state or local area may limit how much WIOA pays and for how long. If a program costs more, a Pell Grant, a scholarship or severance pay can cover the rest.4

Ask at an American Job Center

Eligibility rules apply, and services vary from state to state. Your local American Job Center can tell you whether you qualify. The Department of Labor's page links to the center finder, or call 1-877-US-2JOBS (1-877-872-5627).5

Paid machinist apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a job: you're paid to learn, with a raise as your skills grow, and most include classroom teaching. You apply to the employer or the program sponsor. Ask what you'll pay for the classroom part and what you'll earn on the job.6

Financial aid and grants for CNC machinist training

Most students can get federal student aid for college, career school or trade school. A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, usually doesn't have to be repaid. Ask the school whether its program qualifies.78

GI Bill for CNC machinist training

Veterans, service members and qualified dependents can use GI Bill benefits for non-college training programs.9

The program list does not show which programs accept these. Ask the school.

Does WIOA pay for job training? Who qualifies and how to apply

Quick facts: CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania

programs with a price cost under $3,000
7 of 30
lowest typical price among the states with enough programs to compare
29th of 30
CNC machinist programs here, against the typical state's 8
30 vs 8

State comparisons use the same figures as the CNC machinist training by state table: the middle program of each state, and only states with three or more schools for prices. Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025).

Machinist apprenticeships in Pennsylvania

A machinist apprenticeship is usually run by an employer. It combines paid training on the job with related classes and lasts several years.1

You apply to the employer or the program sponsor, not through a school.6 The Department of Labor's Apprenticeship Finder lists openings by place and job. None of the CNC machinist programs on this page is an apprenticeship.

What is an apprenticeship, and can WIOA pay for one?

Where the Pennsylvania machinist program numbers come from

Which Pennsylvania machinist programs are on this list?

These are the machinist programs Pennsylvania approved for WIOA funding (public workforce funding under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), as reported to the US Department of Labor for program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Each state keeps its approved programs on an eligible training provider list (ETPL).10 The list here covers programs approved as of June 30, 2025. Schools that never applied for approval are missing, so this is a part of what Pennsylvania offers.

How Pennsylvania machinist program prices are reported

The price is tuition and required fees for someone paying without workforce funding, as the school reported it. "Trained with WIOA funding" on a program counts the people whose training there WIOA paid toward through a training account in program year 2024; the file never gives counts under 3, so a program without the line may still take WIOA students. It does not say how much of the price WIOA covered. Prices under $100 are treated as not reported, because the file holds many blanks entered as $0. Check the current price with the school.

What the graduate results of these programs measure

The figures at the top of this page are the middle program among those that report results: half did better, half did worse. Results describe students who left each program in recent years: the share who finished, the share working in the second quarter after leaving, and the middle earnings of those working in that quarter. States report earnings for that one quarter because they take them from the wage reports employers file every three months. The yearly figure here is that quarter times four, rounded to the nearest $100: an estimate, and an early one, since it is measured about half a year after training. The quarter as reported is under "More details" on each program. Results are withheld for small programs, and they describe past students, so they are no guarantee.

Why do some machinist programs say "Not reported"?

Where a school or the state left a field empty, or the Department of Labor withheld it, the page says "Not reported". Nothing here is estimated to fill a gap.

Why the kind of school is left off each program

The file also records whether a school is public, private or nonprofit, but those entries are wrong too often to print next to a school's name, so this page leaves them out.

How reliable are the Pennsylvania figures?

We leave out the share working 6 months later for Pennsylvania: its rates sit far below every other state's, and the counts suggest jobs were traced only for students whose training was publicly paid.

Other training in Pennsylvania

Sources for the facts about CNC machinist training in Pennsylvania

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  1. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Machinists and Tool and Die Makers
  2. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: About This Site
  3. US Department of Labor: WIOA Adult Program
  4. Code of Federal Regulations, title 20, part 680, sections 680.220 and 680.310: career services before training, and limits on Individual Training Accounts (GovInfo, 2024 edition)
  5. US Department of Labor: American Job Centers
  6. US Department of Labor, Apprenticeship.gov: Discover Apprenticeship: Earn While You Learn Today (fact sheet)
  7. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Eligibility for Federal Student Aid
  8. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Don't Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants
  9. US Department of Veterans Affairs: GI Bill benefits for non-college degree programs
  10. US Department of Labor, Training and Employment Guidance Letter 8-19, Attachment I: Requirements for Training Providers, Program Eligibility, and the State Eligible Training Provider (ETP) List