Welding Certificate
This one-year program prepares students for jobs as entry-level welders.
Students will demonstrate the ability to lay out and complete accurate complex cutting projects; perform enhanced entry-level skills in SMAW welding; work as part of a team; identify, interpret and apply basic blueprints and welding symbols; and fabricate an EDU-1 SENSE project. This program is offered at our Chester campus.
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Degree Requirements and Outcomes
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Tuition Assistance
This major is eligible for G3 tuition assistance for qualified students.
Career Paths
Jobs in this field include welder, cutter, welder fitter, machine setter and operator, and reinforcing iron and Rebar worker.
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Matthew Gross
Program Head, Department of Welding
Memorial Day: May 25
Brightpoint will be closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. While the college is closed, current students may continue registering for Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 classes by logging into their myBrightpoint accounts and using Navigate or SIS. New students interested in attending Brightpoint may get started by completing their application for admission, which is available online.