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Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Welding Technology/Welder. 480508

Description

In shielded metal arc welding, often referred to as stick or arc welding, students will learn how to set up and use multi-process welding equipment and accessories. Students will learn the different electrodes/rods available to carry out specific weld types. Students then will use a multi-process welding machine set up for SMAW to perform the 5 basic weld joints in all positions, as well as open root groove welds.


 




 

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

7

Hours

250

Entrance Requirements

None

School

American Welding Laboratories

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Students must perform welding processes in multiple positions correctly.

Training Location(s)

4400 South 16th Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas

Local WIB

5035 - Western

Name of Credential

ANSI/AWS B2.1-1-022-94 (3G & 4G)

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Financial Aid is offered through the Fort Smith Adult Education Center, Western Arkansas Planning and Development District, Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, CSCDC, and Cherokee & Choctaw Nations.

Refund Policy

AWL adheres to the refund policy set forth by The Arkansas State Board of Private Career Education. You can find the policy at this link: 

https://adhe.edu/File/2009_REGULATIONS.pdf

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - American Welding Society

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

Yes

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$2,317.00

Other Fees

$300.00 Students will receive a tool bucket to include, but not limited to, a welding hood, welding cap, FR Shirt, multiple pairs of welding gloves for different processes, grinder, multiple grinding discs, wire wheel for grinder, tape measure, MIG pliers, striker, soapstone, wraparound, square, rod bucket, center punch, file, face shields.

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$2,317.00

Registration Fee

$100.00 one-time fee due upon registration for administration purposes.

Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)

$2,750.00 This fee is for all welding consumables including, but not limited to welding rods, welding wire, gases, & metal.

Total In-State Program Cost

$5,467.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$5,467.00

Demand Occupation(s)

51-4121.00Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
$20.00 per hour
Required Certification: Welding Certification to AWS specs.

Provider Status

Approved

Address

4400 South 16th Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901

Phone Number

(479) 285-9739

Web Address

http://www.americanwelds.com

Last Updated

Jan 29, 2025

Created

Feb 22, 2023

Renewal

Nov 13, 2025

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