The welding courses at Phoenix College are especially designed to equip individuals with skills needed to secure and hold jobs in the welding industry. The courses also provide valuable opportunities for upgrading skills and career advancement for those already employed in the welding industry. Even those wishing to learn welding as a hobby are welcome to attend class.
Certification and licensure is available to those who qualify. The American Welding Society (A.W.S.) certification welding examinations are offered through Phoenix College in WLD 208 and Military Specifications is offered in WLD 206.

Opportunities on the field of welding can offer prestige, security and a future of continuous employment with steady advance. Employment opportunities are available in practically any industry.

Many people in positions listed below entered the industry as welders or beginners and were able to improve their positions by attending a two-year community college program.

Welding Operator Specialist Welder Supervisor Welder Technician

Inspector Welding Engineer Sales Engineer

Welding Foreman Welder (gas or arc) Owned Welding Business