Welding Program
Program Details
Program Highlights
The State Center Welding Program is an innovative not-for-credit cohort-based workforce development program that seeks to train individuals in the community for a career in the in-demand field of welding.
Over 18 weeks of accelerated training, students gain the skills and knowledge they need to have a successful career as a welder. Program completers will have the opportunity to gain their American Welding Society (AWS) certifications in GMAW, FCAW and SMAW welding.
What You Will Learn
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Details & Registration
Class Dates & Times
- Orientation Dates:
- Tuesday, January 21, 2025
- Monday, June 23, 2025
- Program Dates:
- January 24 2025 - May 24, 2025 | Monday: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Classroom) | Tuesday/Friday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Lab) | Saturday: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (Lab)
- June 24, 2025 - October 25, 2025 | Monday: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Classroom) |Tuesday/Friday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Lab) | Saturday: 8:00 am -3:30 pm (Lab)
- Please complete the Questionnaire to join the Interest List and the assigned Senior Program Specialist will contact you!
Registration Fee
- $6,495.00*
- *Scholarships are available through our partner organizations. Scholarships may cover full or partial fees & required equipment. The above questionnaire will be screened for scholarship eligibility.
Job placement assistance available upon completion of the training!
Location
Combination of in-person and online training.
Welding Lab is located at Fresno City College West Campus located at 600 E Church Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received up to five (5) working days before the course start date are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire course fee. Please note that if you don't cancel and don't attend, you are responsible for payment.
Space is limited!
