Cal-Trade Welding School

Cal-Trade Welding School is a trade-focused vocational institution located in Modesto, California. The school specializes in welding training, offering hands-on instruction to prepare students for careers in the welding and metalworking industries.

Specific program data is not available in current IPEDS records. Welding schools of this type typically offer programs in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), MIG welding (GMAW), TIG welding (GTAW), and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), along with related topics such as blueprint reading, metal cutting, and welding safety. Programs may lead to industry-recognized certifications from organizations such as the American Welding Society (AWS).

Modesto is located in the Central Valley of California, a region with a strong industrial and agricultural equipment sector that supports ongoing demand for skilled welders. Cal-Trade Welding School provides a direct pathway for students in the Modesto area to enter the welding trade and pursue careers in manufacturing, construction, and equipment maintenance.