START YOUR JOURNEY TO WELDING TRAINING NEAR ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN

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Universal Technical Institute's 10-month Canton, MI, welding school is a short distance from Ann Arbor, MI. Our curriculum focuses on teaching four major industrial arc weld techniques, with an extended focus on gas tungsten arc welding.

Why Choose UTI’s Welding Specialist Program Near Ann Arbor

Welding training at UTI in Canton is built around hands-on instruction using the four primary arc welding methods to help prepare graduates for entry-level roles.1 These methods include:


After graduating from our welding school, students receive certificates. A welding career is ideal for those who have a keen eye for detail, can carefully follow safety procedures and love learning.

Welding Courses Offered Near Ann Arbor

If you've got a passion for welding and want to refine your skills, UTI Canton's welding school offers instruction through welding courses such as:

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding II, Open Root Welding, and Metal Characteristics
  • Basic Fabrication and Layout
  • GMAW/FCAW Welding
  • GTAW Aluminum Welding
  • GTAW Carbon Steel Welding
  • GTAW Stainless Steel Welding
  • GMAW/FCAW/GTAW, Equipment and Filler Metals

See What Our Welding Graduates Are Doing

Pursue a Welding Career Near Ann Arbor

Welding training grads are prepared to become entry-level welders or other entry-level roles, such as:77

Entry-level


  • Fabrication welder
  • Welder fitter
  • Wirer

As with any industry, over time, welders may be able to advance their careers with experience and hard work.6 Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers:

Advanced



It’s important to note that available employment possibilities will depend on local demand. If you're a UTI alumnus looking for jobs in Ann Arbor, contact our Career Services team.

Plan Your Visit to UTI Near Ann Arbor

UTI CANTON CAMPUS LOCATION

2955 South Haggerty Road

Canton, Michigan 48188

M-F | 8:00am - 5:00pm | Hours

800-447-1310 | Campus

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Upcoming Info Sessions & Events

We host in-person and virtual events throughout the year. It’s a great way to explore our training programs, meet staff and get a feel for campus life. Click below to view upcoming events.

Other Programs Offered at This Campus

Airframe and Powerplant Technician Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

UTI Canton's 20-month Airframe and Powerplant Technician training program teaches students to maintain and repair aircraft, preparing them for careers in the aviation indsutry.79 Grads of this program can continue studying to earn an associate of applied science (AAS) degree at UTI Canton, or apply and test for Airframe & Plant FAA certification.128

Wind Power Technician Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

The seven-month Wind Power Technician training program teaches students the skills needed to pursue careers in renewable energy. Courses cover topics like energy industrial fundamentals, climb and rescue and wind turbine opeartion. Graduates of this program can pursue an AAS degree at UTI Canton or entry-level roles in the field!

Industrial Maintenance Technician Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

The Industrial Maintenance Technician program takes just seven months to complete. Students get hands-on practice maintaining and repairing the powerful machinery that fuel various industries. Program topics include electrical theory, industrial heating and cooling and more! Graduates can go onto to earn an AAS degree or begin pursuing entry-level positions in industries like gas and coal.

Robotics and Automation Technician Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

Gain the electrical, mechanical, and programming skills needed to pursue exciting roles like robotics and automation technician or control systems technician in less than a year. Upon completion, you can continue studying and earn an AAS degree or begin applying to roles in diverse industries, including automotive, consumer goods and manufacturing.7

HVACR Technician Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

The HVACR Technician certificate program at UTI in Canton spans 10 months. It provides students with the chance to build their theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Students have the opportunity to earn up to three types of certification.

Welding Training Near Ann Arbor, MI

Learn the four major arc welding processes used across industries in just 10 months. Students of this program practice the GTAW, GMAW, SMAW and FCAW processes in a hands-on environment, so that they can graduate with the confidence to pursue entry-level roles in the field!

Get the Support You Need at UTI

Housing Assistance

Moving to Canton for school and having trouble in your search for housing near campus? Let Collegiate Housing Services help simplify your hunt for accommodation. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.

Career Services

At UTI, our Career Advisors are dedicated to helping students seek part-time employment while they are enrolled.1 We maintain a consistent support system for our graduates as they navigate the job market, no matter which program they completed or the time that has passed since their graduation. Contact Career Services for more information.

Financial Aid

At UTI near Ann Arbor, our Financial Aid team is here to help you navigate the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process and explore potential options to help fund your education.10 This can include scholarships, grants and student loans you may qualify for. Reach out to our Financial Aid department for more information.

Attend Welding School at UTI!

Start your technical training at UTI’s campus in Canton, a welding school close to Ann Arbor, Michigan! Sign up now to get familiar with arc welding techniques currently used in the industry. Request more info and an Admissions Representatives will get in touch. You can also fill out an application today!

FAQs

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.6) UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on personal credentials and economic factors. Work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer and their compensation programs affect wages. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.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 2024 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 $45,340 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2023 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 $23.97 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2024 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 $21.42 and $18.65, 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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