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A lot of people who are interested in careers in robotics are intimidated by what they imagine the requirements are in terms of education and training. The reality is that you may already be closer than you think to having the necessary skills for a robotics job alongside some of the most sophisticated and advanced robots in today’s manufacturing industry, especially if you already have experience working in manufacturing. Many of the skills required for a role like a robotics technician job are things that are already present in a lot of mechanically inclined professions. For instance, working with car engines or electrical applications can provide a solid foundation of skills and knowledge that could be built upon for application in working with modern robotics. In these cases, all that might be required is a little upskilling, or building on existing abilities, to begin an exciting career on a manufacturing floor alongside some of the most technologically advanced industrial machines to date. 

Not Just Degree Programs 

The ARM Institute created RoboticsCareer.org to connect people interested in robotics careers with training programs from around the country, and that goes beyond just degree programs. We recognize the vast number of people who are already in the manufacturing and manufacturing-adjacent industries who only require a little upskilling to make the jump to working with robots. What this means is that our search tool isn’t only helping you find degree programs that will take years to complete, but it also encompasses shorter robotics training programs and robotics certificate programs that serve to fill in the gaps and provide the workforce with fully capable employees who are already experienced in mechanical areas. 

How to Search for Training Programs 

Let’s say you’re mechanically inclined, but your knowledge of computers and software is a little lacking. By filling in that gap, you’ll be more prepared to begin a career as a robotics technician, but you’re not sure where to start. To begin, go to RoboticsCareer.org. The first thing you’ll notice at the top of the page is our search tool so you can begin searching for an appropriate program right away. 

First, we’ll enter something like “information systems certificate” into the search bar, as that matches the technical skill that we’re looking to fulfill. Under search type, “Program” is selected by default and we’ll want to leave it that way since we’re looking for a program and not an organization. Under state, let’s just change it to Arkansas for now and see what we come up with. 

As you can see, the top result is a computer information systems certificate program offered through Arkansas Northeastern College. 

If that sounds interesting to us, we can just click on the entry to open up an information panel containing more information. Here we see some quick stats, like the length of the program and a description of the earned credentials. At the bottom of the description is a link to the college’s own page about the program. 

A Future at Your Fingertips 

Whether you’re on a personal journey to upskill your way into a robotics career, or your employer is looking to further train your abilities, RoboticsCareer.org is here to connect you to the training programs that will get you there. There’s no time like right now to take that first step onto a path that will lead to fulfilling opportunities, and we’re proud to be able to help you along the way. All of the thousands of programs in our network are vetted by the ARM Institute and able to provide the training and education that will get you where you’re going. So what are you waiting for? Go to the RoboticsCareer.org homepage and start searching!

About The Author

Lisa Masciantonio 

Chief Workforce Officer

Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute 

Lisa Masciantonio is the Chief Workforce Officer for the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute. She joined the ARM Institute in May 2017 as the Director of Membership and Outreach.  She moved to the position of Chief Workforce Officer in 2019 and she is responsible for driving the Education & Workforce Development vision for ARM in conjunction with the ARM membership, the federal and state government partners, and other expert stakeholders. 

Lisa brings with her over 25 years of experience as a performance-driven leader with notable success in cultivating and executing business strategies and formulating long-term strategic client relationships.  She has proven success in developing business solutions, commercialization of products, technology transfer, and technological initiatives that have supported organizational growth, improved staff productivity, and increased value to many communities of practice. Critical to her success is the ability to increase awareness and drive thought leadership position by designing and executing innovative programs as well as developing and launching new, value-add offerings for ongoing competitiveness. Lisa received a Bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University and 2 Master’s degrees from Carnegie Mellon University. 

In 2021, Lisa was recognized as one of 20 world-wide Exceptional Women in Robotics and Automation by SME. In 2022, she was recognized by the Pittsburgh Business Times as a Women of Influence and was also part of the inaugural Technical.ly Pittsburgh RealLIST Connectors list, which recognizes the top 100 influential leaders in Pittsburgh tech.