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About MTI’s Welding Programs
MTI offers two welding training options: the 7-month welding program and 10-month welding and pipefitting program. Both programs are offered at all of MTI’s campus locations in Missouri and Illinois.
- Nationally-accredited by the ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges)
- Hands-on training in a weld shop environment, led by instructors with real world experience
- Job placement assistance available to all qualified graduates
- Flexible daytime & evening* class schedules
- Opportunity to earn MTI welding certifications
*Class schedules vary by campus
Welder Training Options at MTI
Midwest Technical Institute offers two welding training programs to help you start your welding career in less than a year. The friendly Admissions Team at MTI can help find the right program for you.
7-month Welding Program
- Campus: Available at all MTI campuses
- Length: 7 months (30 weeks); 720 clock hours / 180 additional outside clock hours
- Class Schedule: Daytime & evening classes available
- Welding Techniques: SMAW, GTAW/TIG, GMAW/MIG, FCAW (Flux Core)
- Pipefitting Techniques: Basic Fitting Principles
- Financial Aid: Available to all qualified students
- Job Placement Assistance: Available to all qualified graduates
10-month Welding & Pipefitting Program
- Campus: Available at all MTI campuses
- Length: 10 months (40 weeks); 960 clock hours / 240 additional outside clock hours
- Class Schedule: Daytime & evening classes available
- Welding Techniques: SMAW, GTAW/TIG, GMAW/MIG, FCAW (Flux Core)
- Pipefitting Techniques: Basic Fitting Principles plus 10 additional weeks of Basic and Advanced Pipe Fitting training
- Financial Aid: Available to all qualified students
- Job Placement Assistance: Available to all qualified graduates
Class schedules vary by campus. Contact MTI for more information!
Find Welding Training Near You
Find an accredited welding training program near you at one of MTI’s four campus locations.
MTI Welding Certifications
MTI’s welding certifications help employers validate your welding skills, and can potentially help increase your employability in the welding industry.
- Bevel Plate 6010-7018 (SMAW)
- 6″ SCH. 40 pipe 6010-7018 (SMAW)
- 2″ SCH. 80 pipe 6010-7018 (SMAW)
- 6″ SCH. 40 pipe ER70s -7018 (GTAW) (SMAW)
- 2″ SCH. 80 pipe ER70s -7018 (GTAW) (SMAW)
- 1/2″ plate w/ backing strip (GMAW)
- 1/2″ plate w/ backing strip (FCAW)
- 3″ SCH. 10 stainless steel pipe 316 (GTAW) with purge
Welding Training Program FAQs
Welders are skilled tradespeople who play an important role in the construction and manufacture of infrastructure and products. Welders use over 100 different techniques to fuse metals and other types of materials together. They work in a diverse range of fields, constructing everything from ships and spacecraft to computers and commercial goods. In fact, welding is essential to the manufacturing of many U.S. products.
Pipe fitters are responsible for managing the repair and installation of pipes, many of which transport sensitive materials such as chemicals, acids, and gasses. They typically work within manufacturing, commercial, and industrial settings. As a pipefitter, you may consider specializing in one area, such as gasfitting, sprinkler fitting, or steamfitting. An accomplished pipefitter often exhibits good organizational skills, is proficient in math, and enjoys working with their hands.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2024, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers was $51,000. According to BLS data, the highest 10 percent earned more than $75,850. Wages may vary by work experience, location, skill level, and several other factors.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2024, the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters was $62,970. According to BLS data, the highest 10 percent earned more than $105,150. Wages may vary by work experience, location, skill level, and several others factors.
MTI’s welding graduates work across the country in manufacturing, construction, and maintenance fields. They are employed as boilermakers, pipefitters, structural welders, and many other welding-related jobs. Welding job opportunities vary, depending on skill level and experience, so earning a welding education and/or certifications can help increase your employability.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about 45,600 job openings for welders each year, on average, over the decade (2024-2034).
The BLS predicts about 44,000 job openings for pipefitters, plumbers, and streamfitters every year from 2024-2034.
How Much does Welding Training Cost?
For more information on MTI program costs, please contact Financial Aid or visit Tuition & Cost.
Check out the Welding FAQ for the answers to frequently asked questions about welders!
Start Your Welding Career at MTI
“My time at MTI was very fulfilling. It was a fun, team-like environment. MTI provided me with the skills and knowledge to advance my career. I love my job and never would’ve imagined this is where life would take me. I thank MTI and the connections I made during my time there for starting this journey.”
Tyler
Welding Graduate
Looking for continuing education?
MTI offers a 10-week continuing education Pipefitting Course to provide you with the fundamental principles of entry-level pipe fitting and qualify you to gain entry-level employment as a pipefitter/steamfitter.
Enrollment & Outcomes
Enrollment and outcome information for all Illinois-based campuses and the ACCSC annual reports for each program in Adobe PDF format. Please note, all programs are not offered at all campuses. For annual details, please visit our Welding and Welding & Pipefitting enrollment and outcomes page.
Accreditations
- Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC).
- MTI is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in federally-funded financial aid programs.
For more information about our accreditations and approvals, please visit: https://www.midwesttech.edu/about-us/accreditation/
Midwest Technical Institute is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education: 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701. For more info: www.ibhe.org
Midwest Technical Institute is approved to operate by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.