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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is a welding school near Huntington Beach, CA, with a supportive, hands-on learning environment that can help prepare aspiring welders for the field. Read on to learn how we help get students career-ready in less than nine months.1
WELDING TRAINING NEAR HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
Our 36-week welding training program is in Long Beach, CA, approximately 18 miles from Huntington Beach. Welding technology manufacturing and design leader Lincoln Electric contributed to the development of our program to help ensure students can graduate prepared to pursue entry-level roles with confidence.1
Our Long Beach, CA welding school teaches students four arc welding processes – gas metal (GMAW), shielded metal (SMAW), flux-cored (FCAW), and gas tungsten (GTAW). Students can graduate knowing the fundamentals of each process and be prepared to pursue a variety of industries, as several utilize arc welding!
Students will also become familiar with safety standards, blueprinting and project planning and learn which welding certifications to pursue after graduation.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
Welding school graduates earn a diploma after completing the following welding courses:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the United States was $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
And of all 50 states, California had the second-highest employment level of welders in May 2021!
WELDING JOBS IN HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
UTI’s welding training school prepares students for entry-level positions as welders, fabricators and fitters.1
Entry-level welders use various processes to fuse metal. They often inspect, test and maintain finished welds, too.
Fabricators are a part of the welding process from start to finish. They cut and shape metal for welding and finish the final product.
Fitters are detail-oriented employees. They read blueprints and interpret mechanical drawings to gather, prepare and assemble materials before they're welded.
Most of our grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles, but as with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work. Want to learn more about advanced welding careers?
Check out our career guide!77 However, please be aware that Huntington Beach may not offer the career opportunities mentioned as availability depends on demand. Luckily, UTI's Career Services team is dedicated to helping graduates look for suitable opportunities within the industry in whatever region they hope to live.
DIRECTIONS FROM HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, TO UTI LONG BEACH
Tour our campus! Getting to UTI Long Beach from Huntington Beach is simple. Here’s how:
- Take Orange Ave to CA-1 N. (0.6 miles)
- Head northwest on Orange Ave toward Main St. (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto 9th St. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto CA-1 N. (7.7 miles)
- Get on CA-22 W/I-405 N. (3 miles)
- Turn right onto Seal Beach Blvd. (2.8 miles)
- Take the ramp onto CA-22 W/I-405 N. (0.2 miles)
- Continue on I-405 N to Long Beach. (6.3 miles)
- Merge onto CA-22 W/I-405 N. (4.5 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 27 for CA-19 S/Lakewood Blvd toward Long Beach Airport. (0.2 miles)
- Keep right at the fork and follow the signs for CA-19 N/Lakewood Blvd N/Long Beach Airport/L.B. City College/Devry University and merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.6 miles)
- Continue on E Contant St. (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto E Contant St. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right on Worsham Ave. (213 feet)
- Take the next right. (79 feet)
- Take the next left, and UTI Long Beach will be on the right. (66 feet)
UTI LONG BEACH CAMPUS LOCATION
4175 East Conant Street
Long Beach, California 90808
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
562-541-7000 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI LONG BEACH
Automotive Training
This 51-week program helps prepare students to test for ASE certification after graduation!7 They can graduate with one of the two years of hands-on experience necessary to test for certification, an Associate of Occupational Studies degree, and the knowledge needed to pursue entry-level careers as auto techs, service advisors, parts techs or smog inspectors!1,77
Collision Repair Training
Our 51- to 54-week auto body repair program has a hands-on curriculum that teaches students to safely and accurately restore vehicles damaged by collision. Graduates can earn valuable I-CAR credentials, a diploma and the skillset needed to pursue entry-level roles as collision repair techs, estimators, appraisers or inspectors.1
Diesel Training
The 45-week diesel training program teaches students the basics of diesel-engine service and repair.7 Graduates earn a diploma and the knowledge needed to take ASE certification exams. They may also pursue entry-level careers as diesel, agricultural, power gen or heavy equipment repair techs!1
Airframe and Powerplant Training
Our 18-month airframe and powerplant program offers comprehensive courses that teach students how to maintain, inspect and troubleshoot different aircraft per FAA standards. Graduates earn a diploma and can begin looking for entry-level A&P mechanic roles after graduating!79
ENROLL IN WELDING SCHOOL AT UTI LONG BEACH
Tired of running “welding school near me” searches? End your hunt at UTI Long Beach. Our welding school offers mentorship, support services, and industry relationships that can help you achieve your goals!1 Request more info to speak with an Admissions Representative or enroll online today, and in less than one year, you could be career-ready.7