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Welding Technology
Texas State Technical College
Texas State Technical College

Welding Technology

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

Program Details

Duration
2 years
Format
In person
Cost
$5k+

Total program cost may exceed $5000; however, Financial Aid/Scholarships are available to eligible students.

You will need

Financial DocumentsHS Diploma/GEDReadiness Test

Must be at least 18 years of age

Readiness test: TSI. To be accepted into this training program, I must pass the TSI readiness test.

About this program

Hands-on learning with top-of-the-line technology at the best technical college in the state. Class sizes are small. Training is one-on-one. Learn on the exact same kind of cutting-edge, top-notch equipment that professional welders use.

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

Associates Degree
Welding Technology 1
Welding Technology 2

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