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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR HOLLYWOOD, FL

WELDING SCHOOL NEAR HOLLYWOOD, FL

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Universal Technical Institute has a welding school near Hollywood, Florida, that offers a curriculum designed around current industry practices and standards. During the program, students learn about safety standards, project planning and the careers they can pursue upon graduation.1 Learn more below!

WELDING TRAINING NEAR HOLLYWOOD, FL

UTI’s Miramar, FL, welding school is approximately 13.5 miles west of Hollywood. The 36-week Welding Technology training program aims to help students understand the procedures and equipment used in the industry.

Students learn four main arc welding processes — gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

Guided by experienced instructors, students train using state-of-the-industry tools and equipment, helping prepare them to pursue entry-level roles in the field.

WELDING COURSES OFFERED

Students at the UTI Miramar welding school take the following courses:

  • Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
  • Principles of Welding
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding I and II
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding I and II
  • Engineering and Fabrication
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding
  • Pipe Welding
  • Welding Applications I and II
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

After completing these welding classes near Hollywood, FL, UTI Miramar graduates earn diplomas!

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR HOLLYWOOD, FL

Welding can be a great career for detail-oriented people who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and solve hands-on problems. Welding can also be a good choice for those who consider themselves lifelong learners.

Several industries employ skilled welders. From shipyards to robotics factories, this career path leaves plenty of room for trying new things. But what about salary?

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.

WELDING JOBS IN HOLLYWOOD, FL

Our grads are prepared to pursue entry-level roles such as fabrication welders or welder fitters. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with experience and hard work. Popular welding careers that those with advanced skills could pursue include:77

  • Manufacturing welding:These types of welders build products from metal and can work in various industries, such as mining, agriculture and construction.
  • Boatyard welding: Shipbuilding and boat-building welders create, assess and restore welds on ships, research vessels, and cargo boats. They typically work under contract and can travel to ports around the world.

While the above entry-level and advanced welding paths can be exciting opportunities to pursue, keep in mind that the availability of each role is linked to the demand of the local area.

DIRECTIONS FROM HOLLYWOOD, FL, TO UTI MIRAMAR

UTI Miramar’s welding school is about 13.5 miles west of Hollywood, and getting there is simple:

  1. Drive east on Hollywood Boulevard toward North Dixie Highway. (62 feet)
  2. Turn right at the first cross street onto South Dixie Highway. (1 mile)
  3. Turn right onto State Highway 824/West Pembroke Road. (11.7 miles)
  4. Turn left onto SW 145th Avenue. (0.6 miles)
  5. Turn left. (200 feet)
  6. Take the next right. (397 feet)
  7. Turn left, and the campus will be to your left. (118 feet)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI MIRAMAR CAMPUS LOCATION

2601 SW 145th Avenue

Miramar, Florida 33027

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm

F&SAT | 10am & 1pm

754-946-5595 | Campus

800-834-7308 | Admissions

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PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI MIRAMAR

Interested in the trades but not sure welding training is for you? Check out our other programs offered at UTI Miramar.

Automotive Technician School

UTI Miramar’s automotive technician school is a 51-week program1 that equips graduates with the skills needed to maintain, diagnose and repair automobiles and their components using current industry technology.7

After completing their core automotive studies, eligible students can pursue one of our automotive Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training programs found at other UTI campuses nationwide, or start pursuing entry-level careers in the industry.1

Graduates of the Automotive Technology program earn occupational associate degrees (OAD).

Diesel Technician School

UTI Miramar’s diesel technician school is a 45-week program designed to teach students the skills needed to confidently pursue entry-level roles in this field.7 Developed with assistance from industry professionals, the program provides students with hands-on training on diesel engines and equipment seen in the field.18 Students are taught how to maintain, diagnose, repair and test various diesel engines and components.

Graduates of the Diesel Technology program earn diplomas and can pursue entry-level roles as diesel technicians, heavy equipment repair technicians or power generation technicians.

Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic School

UTI Miramar’s airframe and powerplant school is an 18-month program that doesn’t require any previous experience to attend.

Students receive hands-on training from experienced instructors who help them develop the skills employers look for in entry-level candidates. Courses include Reciprocating Engine Inspection and Overhaul, Powerplant Lubrication and Propellers, Turbine Designs and Operations and more.

Graduates of the Airframe & Powerplant Technician program earn diplomas and can pursue entry-level aviation mechanic roles after earning FAA certification.79,128

TAKE WELDING CLASSES NEAR HOLLYWOOD, FL

Take the first step toward an exciting future by enrolling in the Welding training program at UTI Miramar.

Not quite ready to enroll? Request more info and we’ll connect you with an Admissions Representative who can answer any questions you may have!

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended-learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.26) UTI’s Welding Technology Training Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as welders. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. Graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as a welding technician, such as inspector and quality control. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary range for persons employed as Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $40,060 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2022 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=514121&Dopt=TEXT). Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled welders in North Carolina is $23.38 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $20.82 and $18.17, respectively.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.79) UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification.128) UTI will pay for certain third-party FAA certification exam fees for qualifying students. See catalog for details and requirements.

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*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

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