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Launch your welding career at an accredited welding school near you. Welding trade school programs teach MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-cored welding techniques along with blueprint reading and metallurgy. Skilled welders are in high demand across construction, manufacturing, aerospace, and energy industries, with salaries ranging from $45,000 to $100,000+ for specialized positions.
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Welding trade school programs range from 6-month certificate courses to 2-year associate degrees. You'll learn multiple welding processes, metal fabrication, cutting techniques, and earn industry certifications from the American Welding Society (AWS). Hands-on training makes up 60-80% of most programs.
Welders earn a median salary of $47,540 per year, with pipeline welders, underwater welders, and aerospace welders earning $75,000-$150,000+. The field is projected to grow 4% through 2032, with over 47,000 new jobs expected.
Welding schools require a high school diploma or GED. No prior experience is necessary. Programs accept students year-round with most offering morning, evening, and weekend schedules. Physical requirements include good hand-eye coordination and ability to work in various positions.
Welding schools prepare you for AWS certifications including Certified Welder (CW), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), and specialized certifications in structural, pipe, and aerospace welding. Certified welders earn 10-20% more than non-certified welders.
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Welding programs range from 6-month certificate courses to 2-year associate degrees. Most certificate programs can be completed in 6-9 months of full-time study, providing job-ready skills quickly.
AWS (American Welding Society) certifications are industry standard. Common certifications include Certified Welder (CW), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), and specialized certifications for structural, pipe, and aerospace welding.
Welders earn a median salary of $47,540 per year. Specialized welders like pipeline welders, underwater welders, and aerospace welders can earn $75,000-$150,000+ annually.
Data Sources: All school, program, and outcomes data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Licensing requirements are sourced from state licensing boards. Apprenticeship data is from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Last updated: December 2025. Data is updated regularly to ensure accuracy. Learn about our methodology
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