This page includes information about the welding training programs that are available in the Jersey City region.
Most welders learn this trade in high school, through an apprenticeship or post-secondary diploma or degree program.
If you’re considering a career in this field, we invite you to read our list and continue with your research.
Eastwick College
The Welding Diploma program offered by Eastwick College helps students prepare for employment in a wide range of industries.
The program covers electric arc, TIG, MIG, metal theory, oxy-fuel practice, and plasma arc cutting, among other topics.
Training can be completed in 6 months by day students and in 12 months by evening students.
Address: 10 South Franklin Turnpike, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Apex Technical School
Apex Technical School is offering a Combination Welding Technology program.
Students enrolled in this program learn about gas and electric processes, manual and automatic cutting techniques, and other subjects.
The program covers topics such as:
- Blueprint Reading and Fabrication
- Oxyacetylene Welding, Cutting, and Brazing
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- And more
Address: 24-02 Queens Plaza South, Long Island City, NY
Hudson Technical
Hudson Technical is offering on-site courses and career training programs that help students prepare for a new career or advance in their current occupation.
Their catalog includes several welding classes offered on-campus.
The welding program is divided into 6 sections, each one including 90 hours of training.
Graduates are ready for positions as welders, cutters, solderers, or brazers.
Address: 525 Montgomery Street, JC, NJ 07302
Essex County Schools of Technology
Essex County Schools of Technology is offering college-preparatory academic programs as well as career and technical education programs.
These programs are designed to give high school students the opportunity to explore careers and earn industry credentials.
Their catalog includes a Welding Technology/Welder program.
Address: 60 Nelson Place 1 North, Newark, NJ 07102
JC Fab Lab
JC Fab Lab is offering an array of tools, machines, and classes for kids and adults.
Their facility offers a woodshop and metalwork annex that includes a MIG welder.
The facility is open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays by appointment.
Address: 888 Newark Ave., Studio #B81, Jersey City, NJ 07306
