Median pay in 2018: $41,380 per year $19.89 per hour
Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Related Work Experience: None
On-the-job Training: Moderate term on-the-job-training
Job Outlook: 3% from 2018-2028
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/production/welders-cutters-solderers-and-brazers.htm
Loudoun County Public School high school students can apply in their freshmen or sophomore year to this two-year program in welding. https://www.lcps.org/domain/23880
Ideal for new welders and those who want to enhance current welding skills, this program prepares students for American Welding Society (AWS) Certifications.
https://lfccworkforce.com/certified-welder-certificate-series/
In this program of 3-4 months, students will be provided the opportunity to gain the necessary entry-level skills to apply for Combination Welder positions. Students will also have the chance to gain an AWS (American Welding Society) Welding Certification, which is highly respected in this industry.
NOVA offers a 3 semester, part-time, career studies certificate program in welding. https://admissions.nvcc.edu/programs/welding-basic-techniques-csc