Welding Technology/Welder

The Welding Technology/Welder certificate program at Olney Central College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Olney, IL. The program teaches foundational and applied welding skills including shielded metal arc welding, MIG, TIG, and related techniques used in manufacturing, fabrication, and construction industries.

This program falls under CIP code 48.0508 in the precision metal working field. Olney Central College also offers a two- to four-year welding certificate for students seeking a more advanced credential, along with related programs in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Cosmetology Barber/Styling and Nail Instructor, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. The college's public status provides students in southeastern Illinois a locally accessible option for welding trades training.