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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR LANCASTER, PA

Welding School Near Lancaster, Pa

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Learn to weld in less than nine months at the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) welding training program near Lancaster, PA. Our hands-on training prepares students to pursue entry-level careers in industries they’re passionate about!1,2

WELDING TRAINING NEAR LANCASTER, PA

Put an end to your "welding school near me" searches at UTI’s 36-week Exton, PA welding school. Experienced instructors passionate about helping students pursue their goals lead the program. Our curriculum covers the four main types of arc welding to prepare students to pursue combination welding roles. We also emphasize safety and important welding technician traits, like problem-solving and creativity.


Our welding program includes state-of-the-industry facilities outfitted with equipment that helps students hone their skills and build confidence. For instance, students practice on VRTX® virtual welders - machines that simulate welding scenarios.

WELDING COURSES OFFERED

Lincoln Electric, a leader in the development, design and manufacturing of welding technology, helped UTI develop courses aligned with industry standards. Topics include:



  • 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 LANCASTER, PA

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 of earned more and half earned less. Remember that salary can depend on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.


Welding school graduates who are interested in welding opportunities outside Pennsylvania may be encouraged to know that the BLS reports more than 45,000 estimated average annual welding job openings in the U.S.42 UTI’s Career Services department can help them identify roles in the region that interests them.

WELDING JOBS IN LANCASTER, PA

Those who have combination welding skills like the ones taught at UTI can seek work in a variety of environments, including:

  • Oil rigs
  • Welding shops
  • Robotics factories
  • Construction sites
  • Shipyards
  • Railroads
  • Auto repair shops

Most of our welding training grads start as entry-level welders, but as with any industry, over time you may be able to advance with experience and hard work.77 Examples of entry-level and advanced roles include:


Entry-level

  • Welder
  • Fabrication Welder
  • Welder Fitter

Advanced

  • Welding Inspector
  • Quality Controller
  • Welding Project Manager

The above career paths are exciting to consider, but their availability in the Lancaster area depends on regional demand. Graduates can contact Career Services for assistance finding local opportunities.


READ: 14 DIFFERENT TYPES OF WELDING JOBS & CAREERS YOU CAN PURSUE

Directions From Lancaster, PA, to UTI Exton

Our campus in Exton is open for tours! Schedule one and head our way by following these directions (this route has tolls):



  1. 1. Get on US-30 W in East Lampeter Township from E King St and PA-23 E. (3.1 miles)
    1. a)Head northeast on E King St toward N Christian St. (1 mile)
      b)Turn left onto N Broad St. (0.2 miles)
      c)Turn right onto E Chestnut St. (348 feet)
      d)E Chestnut St turns slightly left and becomes PA-23 E/Grofftown Rd. Continue to follow PA-23 E. (1.3 miles)
      e)Use any lane to merge onto US-30 W via the ramp to New Holland/Harrisburg. (0.5 miles)

  2. 2. Follow US-222 N and I-76 to Uwchlan Township. Take Exit 312 from I-76. (43.2 mi)
    1. a)Merge onto US-30 W. (0.9 miles)
      b)Take the US-222 N exit toward Ephrata/Reading. (0.5 miles)
      c)Continue onto US-222 N. (15 miles)
      d)Take the exit toward I-76/PA-272/Pa Turnpike/Denver. (0.2 miles)
      e)Turn right onto Colonel Howard Blvd. (0.7 miles)
      f)Keep right at the fork and follow signs for I-76 and merge onto I-76. (25.3 miles)
      g)Take Exit 312 for PA-100 S toward Pottstown Pike. (0.4 miles)
      h)Keep right at the fork and follow signs for PA-100 N/Pottstown and merge onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike. (0.2 miles)

  3. 3. Continue onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike toward UTI Exton. (0.8 mi)
    1. a)Merge onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike. (0.4 miles)
      b)Turn left onto W Township Line Rd. (0.1 miles)
      c)Continue onto Pennsylvania Dr. (0.2 miles)
      d)Turn right and UTI Exton will be on the right. (177 feet)

    Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI EXTON CAMPUS LOCATION

750 Pennsylvania Drive

Exton, Pennsylvania 19341

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

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

W | 10 am & 2 pm

F&SAT | 10am & 1pm

800-834-7308 | Admissions

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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT HOUSTON

If you're unsure about welding training, but still want to pursue a skilled trade career, keep reading! UTI Exton also offers the following programs:

Automotive Technician Training Near Lancaster, PA

Earn a diploma and prepare for the ASE certification exam in just 51 weeks.7 UTI's Automotive Technology program covers crucial topics such as engine service and repair, electronic systems and technology, advanced technology/hybrid and service advising and more! Graduates can pursue entry-level roles with confidence.

Diesel Technician Training Near Lancaster, PA

Learn to diagnose and repair large diesel engines at our 45-week Diesel & Industrial Technology program through exciting courses on manual transmissions, brake systems and chassis, suspension systems and much more.5 Graduates earn diplomas and one of the two years of hands-on experience required to test for ASE certification exams.

Robotics & Automation Training Near Lancaster, PA

Train for entry-level careers where you can assist engineers in maintaining robotic and automated systems. UTI’s 51-week Robotics & Automation Technician training program builds students' knowledge from the ground up, covering topics like electrical theory, programming and SCADA system design!

BEGIN WELDING TRAINING AT UTI

The welding courses at UTI help qualify aspiring welders for entry-level careers where they can further fine-tune their skills. Are you ready to get started? Click one of the links below.

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.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.42) For Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an annual average of 45,800 job openings between 2023 and 2033. Job openings include openings due to net employment changes and net replacements. See Table 1.10 Occupational separations and openings, projected 2023–33, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, viewed November 4, 2024. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.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.

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