Welding
Advance Into a Skilled Trade
Build a Career in Welding
Hands-On Welding Training
Welding is more than just a skill. It’s a gateway to a career where precision and expertise come together. At ACEF, students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, preparing for professional certifications and real-world success. Whether you see yourself in construction, manufacturing, or industrial settings, ACEF gives you the training, mentorship, and support to start a stable, in-demand career.
Why Choose Welding?
Build a Skilled Future
High demand and competitive salaries in Arkansas and nationwide
Diverse career paths in construction, industrial, and manufacturing sectors
Hands-on career with tangible results
Welding opens doors to careers that are in demand, well-paid, and respected across industries. Every day you get to see the results of your work, solve practical problems, and contribute to projects that last. It’s a hands-on career that challenges you to grow, think critically, and master tools and techniques that are always in demand. For people who want control over their future, welding provides a clear path to success and respect in a highly valued profession..
Welding Apprenticeship Overview
- Hours: RTI: 512 Hours
- Dates: Fall semester starts the first week of August. Spring semester starts the first week of January.
- Length of course: Meet once a week for 4 years
What You’ll Learn at ACEF
Master Welding Skills
From the first day, ACEF equips students with the foundational and advanced skills needed to succeed in welding careers. You’ll gain hands-on practice, learn to read blueprints, and apply safety protocols that ensure confidence and competence on every job site. Our program balances classroom instruction with real-world simulation, giving you a true feel for the trade.
MIG, TIG, Stick Welding Techniques
Practice all major welding styles with precision and consistency. Build the skills that employers demand.
Safety Protocols & Best Practices
Learn how to weld safely, follow industry standards, and protect yourself and your team.
Blueprint Reading For Fabrication
Translate blueprints into accurate, high-quality welds every time.
Industrial Welding Applications
Gain experience on projects that mirror real construction and manufacturing scenarios.
The Welding Program Experience
Hands-On Learning Environment
Hands-on training with expert instructors
State-of-the-art equipment and workshop environment
Emphasis on safety, precision, and workplace professionalism
Students in ACEF’s Welding Program experience direct mentorship and access to professional-grade equipment. You’ll practice in a safe, controlled environment that mirrors real-world job sites, allowing you to build both skill and confidence. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to perform at a professional level and take the first step toward a lasting career.
The Apprenticeship Pathway
ACEF’s welding apprenticeships let you gain practical experience while you learn. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you’ll apply classroom skills on real projects, develop problem-solving abilities, and build connections with employers across Arkansas. Apprenticeships accelerate career readiness, helping you earn credentials, gain confidence, and step directly into industry opportunities.
Program Length
Typically 4 years combining classroom and on-the-job training.
Employer Network
Credentials
Earning Potential
"Awesome place to learn a trade! Inexpensive and the people are super helpful."
Career Opportunities
Launch Your Welding Career
Opportunities across multiple industries with competitive pay
Career growth into supervisory or project lead roles
Hands-on expertise that opens doors to in-demand welding positions
A career in welding opens doors across construction, industrial, and manufacturing sectors. Graduates can become structural welders, fabrication specialists, pipe welders, or industrial maintenance technicians. Beyond technical roles, skilled welders can grow into supervisory and team-lead positions, using their experience to guide others and manage projects. With ACEF’s training, you’ll gain the hands-on expertise, certifications, and confidence to pursue a career that is stable, respected, and in-demand.
Master the Art of Welding
Join ACEF Today
Step into a trade that sparks opportunity and stability. Begin your journey with ACEF, gain experience, and master a craft that powers industries across Arkansas.