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:

01/06/25 - 06/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Volt Center , Room 105
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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
Volt Center , Room 105
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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.

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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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