60 Years of Impact
A Foundation Built on Trust
Since 1966, NOCTI/NBS has partnered with educators, administrators, employers, workforce organizations, and state agencies to prepare learners for success and strengthen workforce readiness nationwide. Together, we’ve helped connect skills to opportunity, support informed decision-making, and create pathways for future success.
Years of Trusted Partnerships
Million Assessments Delivered Since 1998
Partners
Years of Combined Staff Experience
Building the Future of Workforce Readiness
The workforce continues to evolve, and so do the skills required for success. Drawing on six decades of experience, NOCTI/NBS remains committed to advancing credentialing, assessment, workforce solutions, and innovation that help learners, educators, employers, and workforce leaders prepare for what’s next.
Future-Ready Credentials
Industry-aligned credentials that verify technical competence and support career success.
Data & Insights
Reliable assessment data that supports program improvement and informed decision-making.
Emerging Occupations
Credential solutions that address evolving workforce needs and emerging career pathways.
Innovation & Technology
Forward-looking assessment solutions that incorporate new technologies and support future workforce needs.
I’m excited by CTE’s growing ability to connect emerging technologies, industry needs, and meaningful career pathways. As advanced manufacturing, automation, and AI reshape the workforce, NOCTI is perfectly aligned to ensure learners are equipped with skills that are relevant, validated, and built for what comes next.
Who We Serve
NOCTI/NBS connects education, industry, and workforce development through solutions designed to support success at every stage.
Educators
Administrators
Employers
State Agencies
Workforce Partners
Connect education, training, and industry to meet future workforce needs.
Learners
As we celebrate 60 years of impact, what excites me most about the future of career and technical education is our continued commitment to building diverse, reliable programs of study for students. From high-tech fields like cybersecurity and engineering technology to fundamental community pillars like agriculture, welding, and early childhood education, NOCTI remains dedicated to validating the real-world skills that empower local workforces and help communities thrive.
Help Us Celebrate Those Making an Impact
The workforce continues to evolve, and so do the skills required for success. Drawing on six decades of experience, NOCTI/NBS remains committed to advancing credentialing, assessment, workforce solutions, and innovation that help learners, educators, employers, and workforce leaders prepare for what’s next.
C. Thomas Olivo Outstanding Service Award
Recognizing test coordinators, administrators, policymakers, and CTE leaders whose advocacy and leadership have strengthened assessment practices and improved educational outcomes. This award celebrates individuals who use technical assessment data to inform decisions, expand opportunities, and support success.
Carl J. Schaefer Memorial Award
Recognizing an outstanding CTE teacher or teacher candidate who demonstrates excellence, leadership, and a commitment to preparing learners for career success. Named in honor of NOCTI’s co-founder, Dr. Carl J. Schaefer, this award celebrates educators who continue his legacy of advancing CTE.
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