WELDING
Gain the skills and knowledge to enter the exciting world of metals. This hands-on program prepares you for well-paying welding jobs in industries of all kinds and for AWS certification.
THIS PROGRAM WILL…
- Teach you the most common welding techniques, including gas metal arc and gas tungsten arc
- Introduce you to material usage, safety requirements, quality standards and blueprint reading
- Prepare you for professional certification from the American Welding Society (AWS)
AVAILABLE PROGRAM
Welding Technology
Career and Technical Education Programs
Ft. Pierce, Port St. Lucie
Hours/Duration: 1050 Hours
For more information, email: Workforce@irsc.edu
This program offers a broad foundation of skills and knowledge to prepare you for professional certification and careers in welding.
You’ll start by learning the basics: tools, equipment and safety practices. Your advanced courses will explore metal arc principles and fabrication fundamentals, as well as prepare you for your welding certification.
Application Windows:
Spring 2026 Night Welding Program will be OPEN: October 13 – November 3, 2025.
Fall 2026 Day Welding Program will be announced in Spring 2026.
Important Welding Links & Documents
- Selective Admission Steps: Application Steps
- Spring 2026 Admission Dates: Welding SA Info
- Program Expenses: Welding Program Price Sheet
Information Sessions
October 2, 2025 – 6pm-8pm (Following the Workforce Open House)
October 15, 2025 – 6pm-8pm
AWS Certification
Students have the opportunity to obtain AWS certifications for multiple alloys, structural and pipe. Exams are offered at the end of the program.
AWS Testing (Students and Non-Students)
Indian River State College is a testing site for AWS welding certification. For more information, contact Walt Posten
at 772-528-3957 or wposten@irsc.edu.
Career Services
We’re available to help you explore professional opportunities in your chosen field—from the job search to interview preparation.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
At Indian River State College, our students who study Welding Technology can go into these careers:
QUESTIONS ABOUT WELDING AT THE RIVER?
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NEXT STEPS
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