SERJobs Welding Program

Noteworthy Points:

SERJobs offers a no-cost welding training program to qualifying individuals, providing hands-on experience and preparing students for a career in welding. The program runs for 12 weeks and is designed to cover essential skills in welding, layout, cutting, and steel fitting. Students are trained in multiple welding processes, including SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding).

Program Structure

Classes are structured to equip students with practical skills, alongside instruction in blueprint reading, safety protocols, and metallurgy. SERJobs focuses on preparing students for high-demand industries, such as energy, construction, agriculture, and more, ensuring graduates have relevant skills to enter the workforce immediately after completion.

Welding Classes Offered

SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)
FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding)
Oxyfuel cutting
Plasma arc cutting

Certifications Earned

NCCER Core Construction
OSHA 10
American Welding Society Certification (AWS)

Training Schedule

The program is divided into:

1 week of Job Readiness Training (JRT)
2 weeks of NCCER Core Construction training
8 weeks of welding-focused training

Prerequisites

Must be 18 years or older
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Must pass a drug test
No sex offenses on their background check
Low-to-middle income (proof required)

Why Choose SERJobs?

SERJobs provides a solid foundation for those seeking to enter the welding industry with no upfront costs for those who qualify. The program offers hands-on training, well-regarded certifications, and access to job placement services. Not all students will meet their specific eligibility criteria, and some of the training elements require access to reliable internet for virtual components. Reach out to SERJobs if interested to determine if you are a good candidate for their program.

Category	Description
Tuition	Free for qualifying individuals
Program Duration	12 weeks
Class Schedules	Evening and weekend classes based on demand
Welding Classes Offered	SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, Oxyfuel cutting, Plasma arc cutting
Certifications	NCCER Core, OSHA 10, AWS Certification
Program Focus	Hands-on welding training, safety, blueprint reading, metallurgy
Online Classes?	Partial virtual component (requires reliable internet access)
Financial Aid Options	N/A (program is tuition-free for eligible individuals)
Location	1710 Telephone Rd, Houston, TX 77023
Phone	713-773-6000
Website	serjobs.org