Butler County Community College

Butler County Community College offers a 96-hour workforce Welding Certificate in partnership with Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School. The course combines theory and shop practice in safety, welding principles, and print reading. Students train toward one AWS D1.1 plate certification attempt in MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core, with materials and the certification attempt included in the published course price.

Programs Offered

Welding Technology

Credential: Certificate
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Fabrication
Program Length: 30 credits
AWS Prep: Not listed

Schedule: Day/evening availability varies by term

Program details available from school admissions.

Offered at

Main Campus — Butler, PA

Welding Certificate

Credential: Workforce Training Certificate
Program cost: $4,850
Processes: MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, Performance
Program Length: 96 hours
AWS Prep: Available

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 4:00-8:00 p.m.; Aug. 28-Oct. 23, 2026

This 96-hour workforce certificate combines welding theory and hands-on class/lab practice in occupational safety, welding principles, and welding… Read full description

This 96-hour workforce certificate combines welding theory and hands-on class/lab practice in occupational safety, welding principles, and welding print reading. Students choose a certification process—MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core—and attempt one AWS D1.1 certification on one-inch plate. MIG and TIG test options require instructor recommendation.

Offered at

Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School (BCAVTS) — Butler, PA

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