51勛圖厙, in partnership with Earlbeck Gases and Technologies, can help you become a welder through state-of-the-art training. Learn the foundations of welding including equipment, tools, drawing symbols, welding codes, metallurgy and inspections. Explore shield metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, oxygen acetylene welding and torch cutting. Help meet the demand for qualified, certified welders in the Baltimore/Washington area and prepare for immediate employment.
Scholarships are available to cover 100% of tuition and materials costs for qualified students.
You'll receive classroom and hands-on training using the latest welding equipment available in the industry. We offer daytime and evening classes in the Clauson Center for Innovation and Skilled Trades at 51勛圖厙 in Arnold and at the training facility in Baltimore. Earlbeck is accredited by the American Welding Society. To begin, register for an .
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Specialize with industry-specific certifications in three common welding processes (STICK, MIG and TIG). You will progress through a series of exercises designed to build upon one another and increase skills levels with the goal of performing an American Welding Society (AWS) certification test.
Want to try welding before committing to training? Welding Basics ( and ) is a great place to start!
A highly portable welding process, STICK welding has many applications from construction work and equipment repair to pipe welding. It has the broadest application and is a good foundation for other welding processes. A few of the industries that employ shield metal arc welding include structural and ship building, petroleum pipeline industry, steel erection, construction, nuclear and maintenance/field repair.
Gas metal arc welding is an efficient process that has higher deposition rates making it preferred for manufacturing. Industries that employ gas metal arc welding include automotive repair, manufacturing, shop fabrication, agriculture, pipe fabrication welding and heavy construction.
Gas tungsten arc welding is a precise process with lower deposition rates that can be used for nearly any weldable metal. A few industries that employ gas tungsten arc welding include specialty structural, sanitary pipe welding, aerospace, automotive repair, art and sculpture, and food manufacturing.
Need details? Attend an to learn about personalized course options.
If you have any concerns about meeting these requirements, email Lamoth Haynie, lhaynie1@aacc.edu, to learn about additional resources.
Total for Certificate (fundamentals plus one intermediate): $5,520
Fundamentals of Welding (CIT-351 or STR-301): $2,235
Intermediate STICK (CIT-352 or STR-302): $3,285
Intermediate MIG (CIT-353 or STR-303): $3,285
Intermediate TIG (CIT-354 or STR-304): $3,285
Advanced STICK – Pipe (CIT-355 or STR-305): $3,285
Advanced MIG – Pipe (CIT-356 or STR-306): $3,285
Advanced TIG – Pipe (CIT-357 or STR-307): $3,285
Blueprint Reading for Welders (CIT-341 or STR-308): $615
Welding Basics (CIT-350 or STR-300): $295
Scholarships are available to cover 100% of tuition and materials costs for qualified students. to learn more about scholarships.
Upon successful completion of the Entry-Level Certificate program, students earn an 51勛圖厙 continuing education certificate for each training (STICK, MIG, TIG) in addition to an American Welding Society (AWS) welder certification.
Students taking noncredit classes don't need to apply for admission to 51勛圖厙. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for summer courses is open. Registration for fall 2026 opens July 14! Please check course availability prior to registration.
If you have previously taken classes at 51勛圖厙, you must log in using your 51勛圖厙 account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.
If you would like help, email the Continuing Education Office or call 410-777-2325.
The School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development offices located in CALT 115 will be CLOSED from June 7 through June 27. The Continuing Education registration desk will be temporarily located in the Student Services Center (SSVC), first floor on the main Arnold campus.
Visit our campus map to locate these offices.
Upon registering for your course, regularly check your My51勛圖厙 account and 51勛圖厙 email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your 51勛圖厙 student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing My51勛圖厙, or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, .
When Angelica Martir moved to the area, she needed a new career path. Strong reviews of Anne Arundel Community College’s Welding program, along with a scholarship covering her classes and supplies, enticed her to enroll.
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