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Learn the skills for a new career in weeks, not years.

The United States Navy needs help to build submarines which are vital to our nation’s defense. The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program is designed to quickly train qualified candidates in essential manufacturing skills and trades to establish a steady and sustainable flow of qualified workers for the naval shipbuilding and repair sector of the submarine industrial base (SIB).

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Become a part of the nation's vital DOD shipbuilding industry.

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If you are an employer looking to skill or upskill your workforce, you’ve come to the right place. ATDM is the US Navy’s premiere accelerated training program — and the only one of its kind in the country.

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Recent News

Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) recently celebrated its 1,000th program completer, highlighting the program’s continued success in building the defen

When their four-year degrees weren't enough to secure employment in today's competitive job market, Gunnar Olsen and Alexander Scott enrolled in Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM)

Jonah Rossi’s path through the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program proves that passion and a strong educational foundation can launch a rewarding career.