Combination Welding Training at Miller-Motte College
- Hands-on training in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes
- Lab work covering plate welding, pipe welding, and real job-site conditions
- Training aligned with NCCER standards to help you pursue industry credentials
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- Hands-on training in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes
- Lab work covering plate welding, pipe welding, and real job-site conditions
- Training aligned with NCCER standards to help you pursue industry credentials
Ten Months of Welding Training.
A Future of Career Opportunities.
Miller-Motte College’s Combination Welding program gives you hands-on training in multiple welding processes, the skills that can put you to work in manufacturing, construction, and industrial trades.
In about 10 months, you could finish a program designed to prepare you for entry-level opportunities in welding, without a four-year commitment or years of general education requirements.
Program Overview
The Combination Welding program at Miller-Motte College is built around one goal: getting you ready to work. You’ll train in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW, the four welding processes employers look for in entry-level candidates, through a mix of classroom instruction and supervised lab work that puts you on equipment from week one.
This program is a good fit for career changers and first-time students who want a skilled trade without spending years in a traditional degree program. Welding training is delivered on campus, hands-on, with an emphasis on the practical skills that translate directly to the shop floor.
Welding Program at a Glance
Length
10 months
Credit Hours
56.5
Credential
Diploma
Format
On-campus, Hybrid, hands-on instruction
Enrollment
Rolling start dates every 5 weeks
Campuses
Hands-On Training & Lab Experience
Hands-on lab work is at the center of MMC’s combination welding program. You’ll train in supervised environments built to simulate the welds you’ll likely face on real job sites. Each arc you strike and each bead you run builds the technical foundation that prepares you to handle real welding work from week one.
The lab hours in this program are designed to build the hands-on foundation employers look for in an entry-level welder.
Training Activities Include…
The foundational stick welding process used across construction, pipe work, and structural fabrication.
A versatile MIG process widely used in manufacturing, auto body, and light fabrication.
A high-deposition process built for thicker materials and outdoor or structural work.
Precision TIG welding for work that demands clean, controlled welds on thinner or specialty metals.
The two main physical forms of welding work you’ll encounter across most industries.
A common joint type that tests your technique and appears frequently in certification tests.
The visual language of the trade, used to read blueprints and follow fabrication specs on the job.
Welding Career Paths You Can Pursue After Graduation
Graduates of the Combination Welding program are prepared to pursue entry-level opportunities across a range of employers, including:
- Manufacturing and fabrication shops, where combination welders work on structural components, equipment, and custom fabrication projects
- Construction and infrastructure contractors, companies that need welders for structural steel, pipelines, and site installations
- Oil, gas, and energy operations, industrial employers across the Southeast and beyond with consistent demand for trained pipe and structural welders
- Automotive and transportation industries, production and repair environments that rely on MIG and TIG welding for vehicle frames and components
- Shipbuilding and marine industries, facilities that depend on skilled welders for vessel construction and repair
Entry-Level Jobs Graduates May Pursue
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Welder
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Tack Welder
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Welder Helper
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Fitter Welder
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Welder / Fabricator
*Miller-Motte College cannot guarantee employment or salary. The jobs listed are examples of potential entry-level positions, not a representation that these outcomes are more probable than others.
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Welding Certifications & Industry Alignment
Welding Certifications & Industry Alignment
Miller-Motte College’s Combination Welding program is designed to prepare you for NCCER credentialing, giving you a strong foundation in the skills and standards the NCCER evaluates, so you’re ready to take that next step after graduation.
Miller-Motte College’s Combination Welding program is designed to prepare you for NCCER credentialing, giving you a strong foundation in the skills and standards the NCCER evaluates, so you’re ready to take that next step after graduation.
What the NCCER Is and Why It Matters
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a nationally recognized organization that sets training and credentialing standards across the construction and skilled trades industries. NCCER credentials are recognized by welding and fabrication employers across the country. Pursuing NCCER credentialing after completing your Miller-Motte College training can put you in a stronger position as you enter the workforce.
How Miller-Motte College Prepares You For The NCCER
The Combination Welding program is built around the core skills and knowledge areas the NCCER evaluates, including:
- Welding safety and shop procedures
- SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes
- Plate and pipe welding techniques
- Blueprint reading and welding symbols
- Weld inspection and quality standards
Certification and credential eligibility and testing requirements are controlled by the NCCER and other third-party organizations and are subject to change. Miller-Motte College cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification or credential examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
Welding Program Information & Schedule
If you’re working now and want to make a career change, this program is designed to fit your life. You’ll be working toward entry-level welding opportunities in about the same time it takes to get through a year of general education at a traditional college.
Program Length
10 Months
Credit Hours
56.5
Format
Hybrid Program, with hands-on instruction
Enrollment
Rolling start dates, no waiting for a semester to begin
Cost & Financial Aid
Program costs vary based on campus, schedule, and your individual circumstances. Tuition typically covers:
- Instruction and classroom learning
- Access to welding labs and equipment
- Student support and career services
Talk to an admissions advisor and they’ll connect you with the financial aid team to talk about what your total cost looks like and what financial aid options you may have before you commit to anything. Financial aid may be available to those who qualify.
Find Welding Training Near You
Miller-Motte College offers the Combination Welding program at campuses in Georgia and North Carolina.
Augusta, GA
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3128-A Deans Bridge Road, Augusta GA 30906
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(706) 447-9264
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Early Childhood Education, Electrical, Healthcare Information Technology, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, IT Support Specialist, Medical Clinical Assistant
Fayetteville, NC
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3725 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28311
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(910) 759-7693
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Clinical Assistant
Raleigh, NC
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3901 Capital Boulevard, Suite 151 Raleigh, NC 27604
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(919) 855-2506
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer, Combination Welding, Dental Assisting, Electrical, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, Medical Clinical Assistant, Plumbing
Common Welding Training Questions Students Ask
No. Miller-Motte College provides access to welding equipment and tools used during training as part of the program. You show up ready to work, MMC’s welding lab provides the rest.
Welding requires specific safety gear, including a helmet, gloves, and protective clothing. Contact your campus admissions team for specifics on what’s provided and what you’ll need to bring, requirements can vary by campus.
Many Miller-Motte College students work while they train. The program is designed with working adults in mind. Talk to your campus about available class schedules, including possible evening options.
Life happens. If you run into a conflict, the first step is to contact your instructor or student services team as early as possible. Miller-Motte College has support staff in place to help students navigate scheduling challenges; you’re not expected to handle them alone.
Miller-Motte College offers career services support to help graduates with job searching, resume preparation, and connecting with potential employers.*
*Miller-Motte cannot guarantee job placement, salary, or employment
Experienced welders start somewhere. What this program offers is documented welding training across four welding processes and preparation for NCCER credentialing. Showing up with hands-on lab hours and a credential path behind you puts you in a much stronger position than someone who just claims they can weld.
Ready to Start Building Your Future?
Talk to an admissions advisor at your nearest campus. They’ll walk you through the combination welding program, answer your questions, and let you know when the next start date is and connect you with the Financial Aid team to discuss financial aid options.
No pressure. No obligation. Just honest information so you can make the right decision.