AWS D1.1 Certification

Welding Technology — AWS D1.1 certification in 10 weeks.

MIG, TIG, and stick welding on structural steel. AWS D1.1 tested by a Certified Welding Inspector. OSHA 10 included. WIOA and Next Level Jobs funding available.

  • WIOA + Next Level Jobs eligible
  • AWS D1.1 — CWI proctored
  • OSHA 10 Construction
  • Welder pay $38K–$62K
Funding Available

Welding Technology

Learn MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Prepare for AWS certifications and enter the skilled trades workforce in 10 weeks.

10 weeks20–25 hrs/week3 credentialsHybrid
$38,000–$85,000
Typical wage range
210 hrs
Total training hours
3 credentials
Industry recognized
2% (slower than average)
Job growth (2024)
Aligned with:AWS D1.1 Structural Welding CodeWIOA Title I

What You'll Learn

Full curriculum broken down by module. Every topic is covered in class and assessed before you advance.

1

Welding Fundamentals

  • ·Safety and PPE
  • ·Joint types and positions
  • ·Electrode selection
  • ·Metal identification
2

SMAW (Stick Welding)

  • ·E6010 and E7018 electrodes
  • ·Flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions
  • ·Root pass and fill techniques
  • ·Weld defect identification
3

GMAW (MIG Welding)

  • ·Wire feed setup and gas selection
  • ·Short circuit and spray transfer
  • ·Multi-pass welding
  • ·Aluminum MIG basics
4

GTAW (TIG Welding)

  • ·Tungsten selection and preparation
  • ·Carbon steel and stainless steel
  • ·Filler rod techniques
  • ·Gas lens and cup selection
5

Blueprint Reading

  • ·Welding symbols
  • ·Dimensional tolerances
  • ·Material specifications
  • ·Weld procedure specifications (WPS)

How You Can Start

Choose the path that fits your situation.

There's a path to enrollment whether you qualify for funding or not. We'll help you figure out which one.

Lowest Cost Path

Workforce-Funded Training

Must reside in Indiana

Funding assistance may be available through workforce development programs. Contact an advisor to check your eligibility.

See What I Qualify For

Free to apply · takes 2 minutes

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Self-Pay — All States

$4,800tuition

Enroll immediately without waiting for funding approval. Payment plans, BNPL (Klarna, Afterpay, Zip), and income-share options available.

Payment options

Debit / Credit card
ACH bank transfer
Payment plan (split over time)
BNPL — Klarna, Afterpay, Zip
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Ready to Start Your Welding Technology Career?

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