NCCER Welding Level 1

Welding student in action

NCCER Welding Level 1

Course Code: WLD-NCCER1

If you’re looking to enter the workforce without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. It will introduce you to the knowledge and skills needed to enter and excel in the welding field.

The course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.

Available Classes

Course Register Dates Price
This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.
Meeting time and location:
07/07/25 - 12/16/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for NCCER Welding Level 1 ‌‌
This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.
Meeting times and locations:
10/29/25 - 12/22/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock
10/29/25 - 12/22/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock
10/31/25 - 12/19/25
Fri 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock
11/02/25 - 12/21/25
Sun 8a - 12:30p
Online
Havelock
View course details for NCCER Welding Level 1 ‌‌
This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.
Meeting times and locations:
12/01/25 - 04/30/26
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock
12/06/25 - 05/02/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock
12/06/25 - 05/02/26
Sat 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock
View course details for NCCER Welding Level 1 ‌‌

Funding Opportunities 

This program is eligible for the Volt Toolbelt Trust, which covers up to 100% of registration costs. Visit our Volt Toolbelt Trust page to learn more.

VA Funding Available

Classes in this program are approved for VA benefits. Visit our Veteran Benefits for Workforce Training page to learn more.

Questions others are asking.

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification is nationally recognized and shows that the holder is highly trained, knowledgeable, and qualified to do the job anywhere in the country. The mission of NCCER is to provide a safe, sustainable, and productive workforce to industry professionals.

Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills, 6th Edition, Revised 2021, ISBN 978-0-13-748334-1.

Welding Level 1, 6th Edition, Revised 2022, ISBN 978-0-13-792453-0.

Check our campus bookstore for availability.

Contact Information

Havelock Campus
305 Cunningham Blvd
Havelock, NC 28532
252-444-6005

Volt Center
205 First Street
New Bern, NC 28562
252-633-0857

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