Become a 3D printing specialist! Do you want to bring your technical skills into a future-oriented industry? With this 3D printing further training, you will do just that.
FDM · SLA · SLS
Full-time or part-time
Up to 100 % of the costs covered
Full coverage of costs for male and female soldiers
State-approved educational institution
Technical training or an interest in mechanics, mechanical engineering, or CAD is sufficient.
You don't need anything more at the computer.
... and a desire for problem-solving.
So that you can follow the class well.
We will test your suitability together and find out which course suits you best.
Monday to Friday, 08:00 AM to approx. 04:00 PM. The fastest way to the new job.
Alongside your job or family. We will discuss the exact times with you during the consultation.
In both models: one on-site week per module in our workshop in Altenholz near Kiel (local hotel partnership), the rest online.
As a manufacturing manager for additive manufacturing, you combine traditional engineering knowledge with digital production.
You understand machines, materials, and processes. You use them purposefully in 3D printing. You learn how to plan, print, and post-process components.
This is how you become the interface between production and development. A profile that is highly sought after in the industry.
The focus is on machine and process expertise: setting up, operating, and maintaining FDM, SLA, and SLS printing systems. Handling materials professionally (including drying, storage, and safety). Planning and monitoring printing processes. Post-processing components and ensuring quality.
Module 1 · 200 TU · 20 days
Contents: Material science, print parameter optimization, introduction to slicing software.
Purpose: Here you dive into the practical world of FDM 3D printing and learn how to successfully realize technical projects. This module is specifically designed to build practical skills in working with the most common 3D printing technology.
Your benefit: With this module, you will gain technical understanding that you can apply directly—whether you are printing a simple model for personal use or implementing an industrial project. These skills will make you valuable to many employers in the industry.
Module 2 · 200 teaching units · 20 days
Contents: Introduction to SLA technology, resin types, optimization, and troubleshooting in SLA printing.
Purpose: The SLA process is known for its high precision and is often used in specialized fields such as medicine or precision engineering. In this module, you will learn how to master this technology while developing a deep technical understanding.
Your benefit: The ability to execute projects with high precision makes you particularly attractive to employers in specialized industries. You will acquire skills that are in high demand in high-tech fields and give you access to innovative areas.
Module 3 · 200 teaching units · 20 days
Contents: Materials science for SLS, quality inspection and post-processing techniques, optimization of print parameters.
Purpose: This module deepens your knowledge in the field of powder bed fusion processes (e.g., SLS, MJF), which are frequently used in mass production. The focus is on mastering the specific requirements of this technology and achieving industrial quality standards.
Your benefit: With the skills learned here, you will become an expert in industrial manufacturing and can establish yourself in fields such as the automotive industry or medical technology. The knowledge of powder bed fusion processes will position you as a specialist in the job market and open up numerous opportunities for you.
We clarify your funding options and help with the education voucher.
60 days (600 teaching units), diverse with machine and software training.
After the final exam, you are holding your recognized certificate in your hand. What are you waiting for?
Additive manufacturing is a growth industry with a high demand for skilled professionals. As a certified 3D printing specialist, you work in manufacturing companies, R&D departments, or high-tech start-ups.
Experienced professionals earn monthly. With further specialization, even more.
Global 3D printing market in billions of USD, +19 % per year. Source: Precedence Research
The Employment Agency covers 100 % of the costs.
Soldiers benefit from full funding through the Vocational Advancement Service.
Flexible installment payments are of course also possible.
All answers in one place. Is your question missing? We will clarify it in person during the aptitude test.
If you are eligible for an education voucher (Bildungsgutschein) from the Federal Employment Agency (Agentur für Arbeit - AfA), we can even offer you the entire further training course free of charge.
Male and female soldiers can also have all costs reimbursed through the German Armed Forces Vocational Advancement Service (BFD).
We will tell you the current costs for self-payers during the consultation. Of course, you have the option to arrange a payment plan with us. That way, you can focus on your future first and pay the costs afterwards.
If you have a specific question about the prices or installment payments, then you can sign up here for a short phone call and then usually receive an immediate answer as to whether you are eligible for funding or the conditions for the installment plan.
We will clarify this with your contact person at the Employment Agency.
Here too, it makes sense for us to have a brief conversation in advance to get everything underway.
Then you just have to fill out and sign a form.
We will take care of the rest.
Complete course Manufacturing Manager for 3D Printing Processes: Scope: 600 instructional units over 60 days
FDM 3D Printing Course: Duration: 200 teaching units over 20 days
The SLA 3D Printing course: Duration: 200 teaching units over 20 days
The SLS 3D Printing course: Scope: 200 teaching units over 20 days
(1 lesson unit „LU“ is 45 min.)
The modules take place full-time to get you ready for a new job as quickly as possible.
As a rule, you are already trained as a specialist after just one quarter and can kick-start your new career.
The further training is hybrid instruction:
Per module, you spend one week of intensive hands-on practical work on-site in our workshop:
Mach-3D GmbH
Dänischenhagener Straße 1
24161 Altenholz
For this, we have a partnership with a local hotel and can accommodate you at any time.
You can learn everything else comfortably from home.
If you have any questions about this, please feel free to contact us directly at:
The training day starts in the morning at 08:00 and generally ends at 16:00.
A new course starts about every 4 weeks.
Therefore, check your suitability via the Form and we will figure out together when is the best time for you to start.
💻 Basic PC skills, ⚙️ technical aptitude & problem-solving skills, 🇩🇪 German language skills approx. B1, and 🦾 motivation to further develop.
If you enjoy technology and see further training as an opportunity for your future, then you have just the right energy to get started.
The Manufacturing Manager course focuses on the operation and maintenance of 3D printing systems, quality assurance, and production. The Design Engineer course focuses on CAD design and component development.
Yes – the course is AZAV-certified. Participation is available free of charge with an education voucher (Bildungsgutschein) from the Employment Agency. We will support you with the application.
You work hands-on with FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling), SLA (Stereolithography), and SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) – the three most important additive manufacturing processes.
Yes. The course is suitable for career changers. A basic technical understanding is helpful, but not a prerequisite.
Yes, you will receive a completion certificate from the Mach-3D Academy confirming your knowledge in additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology.
Apply now for the next 3D printing manufacturing manager training program. Start with your education voucher or federal volunteer service (BFD) and secure your free participation.
