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Welding Technologies
College of the Mainland
College of the Mainland

Welding Technologies

Career
🏗️Welder
Jobs per Year
1,841
Avg Houston Wage
$20

Program Details

Duration
3-6 months
Format
In person
Cost
$1-5k

Total program cost may exceed $1000; however, Financial Aid/Scholarships are available to eligible students.

You will need

Financial DocumentsHS Diploma/GED

Must be at least 18 years of age

About this program

After completing the COM Entry-Level Welding Certificate, students can test to receive an Entry-Level Welder Certificate. Students can land entry-level jobs early in the program. The training program usually lasts less than 6 months.

What's Included

Job/hiring support
Financial aid available
This training program offers job search support, tutoring and advising, and scholarships.

Credential You'll Earn

Welding 1
Welding Technologies 1
Welding Technologies 2

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