Description: The Quantum Computing Technician Certificate is designed as a 25-credit curriculum that bridges workforce training and academic advancement at CNM. The certificate is designed to support Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) pathways, enabling students to apply relevant prior experience toward academic credit through newly developed coursework. It also incorporates foundational studies in mathematics and engineering, ensuring students develop both theoretical understanding and practical, career-ready skills. The certificate offers an accessible entry point for learners seeking to quickly enter the workforce while maintaining a clear pathway toward further academic credentials. By aligning workforce and academic pathways, the program provides flexibility for students at various stages of their educational and professional journeys. With the rapid expansion of Quantum technologies, the timing of this certificate is well-suited to support the development of a skilled local workforce. This certificate supports a forward-thinking approach to workforce development by preparing students for emerging opportunities in New Mexico’s growing quantum and photonics sectors. It is designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled technicians in these high-tech fields.
Educational Option Information
This educational option is a: Certificate of Completion
This educational option can be completed: Part-time
This educational option is design for: Learners who have completed an associate or bachelor’s degree and wish to complete coursework to enter the Quantum Computing Technician profession.
This educational option can be started: Anytime
Primary course location: Main and some offered online
Special Requirements
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from sites if there is any field trip and other program requirements.
Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.
Educational Opportunities
What educational opportunities are available for this educational option? (Is this program transferable to a 4-year program? Certifications available/advisable?) Many of the courses in this program are transferable and some may be applied to four-year degree programs at other institutions. CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges and universities in New Mexico and elsewhere.
Career Opportunities
What employment information is available for this educational option? (Employment ready?) As the quantum industry grows in regions like Colorado, New Mexico, this career offers strong local employment opportunities with companies advancing next-generation quantum computing and sensing technologies.
