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 Date:
    • Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Program Dates:
    • June 24, 2025 - October 25, 2025 | Mondays: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Classroom) |Tuesdays & Fridays: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Lab) | Saturdays: 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! Interest List

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 FCC West Fresno Campus (Welding Lab) - 600 E Church Avenue, 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!

For additional information, please contact Daniel Griffith or call (559) 243-7591