Welding training ยท Providence, RI

Welding Schools in Providence, RI

Welding schools near Providence offer a Warwick associate degree, free training in Providence and an evening program in South Easton. You can compare published hours, tuition and welding credentials below before asking about the next available seat.

Compare programs How to pay for training
Providence trainingJARC: 14 weeks, 350 hours
Degree optionNEIT: associate degree in as few as 18 months
Evening classesSoutheastern: Monday through Thursday
AWS Certified WelderRequires a performance test at an AWS Accredited Test Facility

Welding training near Providence: compare programs

These adult career programs publish current training routes, with school status checked on October 27, 2026. The check line under each school identifies its institutional accreditor or Rhode Island OPC directory entry.

3 local programs listed

SchoolProgramCredentialLengthScheduleCost
Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC)Providence, RIRhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner institution directory listing
OPC lists JARC in its institutions directory. The school's welding page names D1.3; confirm the test, positions and credential included in your Providence class.
School page 		Welding Fast Track ProgramAWS GMAW D1.3 certification; OSHA 10 HR (General Industry), as described by JARC14 weeks; 350 hoursOpen enrollment / Open exit; instruction in EnglishFree to trainees, JARC Providence financial hardship policy, checked October 27, 2026
New England Institute of TechnologyWarwick, RINew England Commission of Higher Education institutional accreditation; Access Road location listed
Access Road campus. School describes AWS SENSE Level One certification. Winter term begins January 11, 2027; confirm welding intake availability.
School page 		Welding Engineering TechnologyAssociate of ScienceAs few as 18 months; six termsDay technical classes: at least three hours/day, up to five days/week; evenings: usually three nights/week from 5:45 p.m., sometimes four; times vary by term$18,540 annual tuition, 2026-2027 tuition-by-degree table; fees extra
Southeastern Technical InstituteSouth Easton, MACouncil on Occupational Education: accredited (September 2026 list, checked October 27, 2026)
Catalog lists January and September intakes; required shop clothing includes work boots and safety glasses.
School page 		Metal Fabrication and Joining TechnologiesOSHA 10 card; Hot Work Safety Program card300 hours; 16 weeksMonday-Thursday, evenings; website says 4 p.m. start, 2026-2027 catalog says 4:30-9:30 p.m.; confirmFree for eligible participants, school program page and 2026-2027 catalog; eligibility determined by MassHire Greater Brockton

Providence campuses first, then nearby cities. Details come from each school's website; costs and start dates change, so confirm with the school.

Welding schools near Providence: campus details

Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC) Providence, RI

JARC's Providence center provides welding instruction for adults alongside career guidance and support for people with limited income.

Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner institution directory listing
Program
Welding Fast Track Program
Credential
AWS GMAW D1.3 certification; OSHA 10 HR (General Industry), as described by JARC
Length
14 weeks; 350 hours
Schedule
Open enrollment / Open exit; instruction in English
Published cost
Free to trainees, JARC Providence financial hardship policy, checked October 27, 2026
Address
50 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI 02909
Phone
(401) 343-0228
Program page

New England Institute of Technology Warwick, RI

The Warwick degree combines welding practice with metallurgy, blueprint reading, structural design, precision measurement and robotic welding.

New England Commission of Higher Education institutional accreditation; Access Road location listed
Program
Welding Engineering Technology
Credential
Associate of Science
Length
As few as 18 months; six terms
Schedule
Day technical classes: at least three hours/day, up to five days/week; evenings: usually three nights/week from 5:45 p.m., sometimes four; times vary by term
Published cost
$18,540 annual tuition, 2026-2027 tuition-by-degree table; fees extra
Address
110 Access Rd #65, Warwick, RI 02886
Phone
(401) 739-5000
Program page

Southeastern Technical Institute South Easton, MA

Southeastern's evening training covers stick, MIG and TIG welding, print reading and job readiness through a MassHire training partnership.

Council on Occupational Education: accredited (September 2026 list, checked October 27, 2026)
Program
Metal Fabrication and Joining Technologies
Credential
OSHA 10 card; Hot Work Safety Program card
Length
300 hours; 16 weeks
Schedule
Monday-Thursday, evenings; website says 4 p.m. start, 2026-2027 catalog says 4:30-9:30 p.m.; confirm
Published cost
Free for eligible participants, school program page and 2026-2027 catalog; eligibility determined by MassHire Greater Brockton
Address
250 Foundry Street, South Easton, MA 02375
Phone
(508) 230-1297
Program page

How to choose welding classes and a credential

  1. 1

    Choose your training format

    Compare the NEIT associate degree with JARC's welding track. One includes college coursework; the other publishes a shorter training plan with open enrollment.

  2. 2

    Check the next intake

    NEIT's calendar lists January 11, 2027 as the winter term start. Southeastern's 2026-2027 catalog lists fall and January welding intakes; ask for the exact next course dates.

  3. 3

    Review costs and eligibility

    NEIT publishes annual tuition, with fees charged separately. Southeastern directs applicants to MassHire Greater Brockton for funding eligibility before training.

  4. 4

    Confirm your lab practice

    Southeastern's course plan includes stick, MIG and TIG practice. Ask which metals, weld positions and processes your course covers, especially if you want combination welding skills.

  5. 5

    Name the welding test

    The AWS Certified Welder program uses performance testing at an AWS Accredited Test Facility. Ask whether your course includes that test, another qualification test or a school completion credential.

Welding employment and wages in the Providence metro

The BLS May 2025 Providence-Warwick, RI-MA estimates counted 2,490 welders, cutters, solderers and brazers (SOC 51-4121). The median wage was $25.39 per hour, or $52,800 per year. These estimates describe the occupation across the metro, including workers with different levels of experience.

Employment counts jobs held, rather than current openings. BLS excludes self-employed workers from these estimates, as explained in its local survey release. Use the numbers to help assess training costs. When reading job postings, check the welding process, shift, required performance tests and starting rate for that specific position.

Welding tuition and funding around Providence

NEIT's 2026-2027 tuition table lists $18,540 annual tuition for Welding Engineering Technology. That is an annual rate, with fees charged separately. Request a full program cost sheet covering protective clothing and supplies. JARC Providence says trainees pay nothing out of pocket. Southeastern offers free training to people who meet MassHire eligibility rules.

For NEIT, review federal grants and the FAFSA and veterans' education benefits. Aid depends on your eligibility. A Rhode Island American Job Center or DLT job coach can check WIOA funding for an eligible training program. DLT also describes paid apprenticeship routes; ask which currently include welding before counting on employer funding.

Read the full guide to paying for training

Questions for a welding training provider

  • What is the next start with seats available to adults?
  • How much supervised welding time does each student receive?
  • Which processes, metals and weld positions will I practice?
  • What exact credential or performance test is included?
  • Are testing, protective clothing and materials included in the price?
  • Can you provide your current accreditation or authorization status?
  • Which funding decisions must be completed before I start?

How to check a school

Common questions

How long is welding school near Providence?

JARC publishes 14 weeks and 350 hours for Providence. Southeastern lists 300 hours over 16 weeks. The NEIT degree can take as few as 18 months. Compare the training content and weekly attendance along with the calendar length, then confirm the next class dates and any testing after the last lesson.

Does finishing a welding course make me AWS certified?

The credential depends on the course and test. AWS describes its Certified Welder credential as performance based, with testing through an AWS Accredited Test Facility. NEIT names SENSE Level One, while JARC names AWS GMAW D1.3. Ask for the exact credential and test paperwork before choosing a program.

Can I study welding while working during the day?

Southeastern lists Monday through Thursday evening classes. Its website gives a 4 p.m. start, while the 2026-2027 catalog says 4:30-9:30 p.m. Ask which applies to the next cohort. NEIT also describes evening technical classes, with times that can vary by term. Check the full weekly schedule before changing work hours.

Are there free welding programs in Providence?

JARC's Providence policy says training is free and trainees pay nothing out of pocket. Southeastern's welding course is free for eligible participants, with eligibility handled by MassHire Greater Brockton. These routes have their own admission and funding conditions. Ask about available seats, attendance rules, travel costs and what equipment you must bring.

Why is CCRI's welding course absent from the table?

CCRI's welding page lists a September 14-December 18, 2026 cohort and marks recruitment closed. It describes a 14-week, 420-hour course with Senesco Marine. Because the page does not give another open start, it is absent from this comparison. You can check that official page again for a future recruitment announcement.

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