WORK IN VARIOUS INDUSTRIES WITH A WELDING CERTIFICATE FROM NOVA
Gain versatile welding skills that can be applied to a variety of fields, from manufacturing to aviation, with a welding certificate from NOVA Community College.
Welding
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Welding Basic Techniques Career Studies Certificate
With NOVA’s Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in Welding Basic Techniques, you’ll gain fundamental skills for immediate employment in the welding trade. You’ll be prepared to become a welding apprentice or lab assistant. You can take NOVA’s welding courses on a part-time basis.
- Length:
- One Year
- Credits:
- 18
- Locations:
- Manassas
Welding, Advanced, Career Studies Certificate
The Advanced Welding Career Studies Certificate prepares students for high-skill welding careers beyond entry-level production work. With hands-on instruction in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW, plus advanced pipe welding and shop fabrication, this program helps learners build the specialized expertise employers need. Graduates are ready for advanced opportunities in industrial manufacturing, custom fabrication, and structural construction, and can continue toward American Welding Society (AWS) certification.
- Length:
- Two Semesters
- Credits:
- 19
- Locations:
- Manassas
WHY STUDY WELDING AT NOVA?
Comprehensive Curriculum
You’ll learn from NOVA welding instructors with the education, certification and experience to help you succeed. They’re caring mentors who will offer you academic and career guidance.
Hands-On Welding Courses
You’ll take courses such as Welding I (Oxyacetylene) and build your welding skills working with state-of-the-art equipment in NOVA’s leading-edge facilities and labs.
Affordable Welding Program
You’ll receive an affordable welding education. You may even be eligible for NOVA scholarships, which can help offset the cost of tuition and other expenses related to your welding certificate.
Accreditations
Northern Virginia Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the welding certification.
Credits and
Transfer Info
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional ways, including but not limited to: certifications, AP or IB exams, military training, or life experience.
Transferring
Learn more about possible transfer opportunities associated with this program of study. Students interested in transferring should contact an advisor or counselor to further discuss their plans.