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Certification Welding (Certificate of Proficiency)

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Welding Technology/Welder. 480508

Description

The Certification Welding Certificate of Proficiency documents advanced welding skills demonstrated by students in achieving industry standard welding certifications. Courses in this certificate can be used as one of the technical disciplines required for the AAS degree in General Technology.

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

16

Hours

12

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE - NAC (NORTH CAMPUS AND SOUTH CAMPUS)

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

1320 N. Spring Road, Harrison, AR

Local WIB

5025 - Northwest

Name of Credential

Certificate of Proficiency Certification Welding

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Pell

Refund Policy

  • Before 4:00 PM on the 5th weekday after the start (2nd day-summer term) 100% of the semester
  • Before 4:00 PM on the 10th weekday after the start (3rd day-summer term) 75% of the semester
  • Before 4:00 PM on the 15th weekday after the start (4th day-summer term) 50% of the semester
  • After 4:00 PM on the 15th weekday after the start none of the semester

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

Yes

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Books (Estimated)

$130.00

In-State Tuition

$1,680.00 $140 per credit hour (Arkansas)

Other Fees

$420.00 Welding Fee – $35 per Welding course credit hour

Out-of-State Tuition

$2,604.00 $217 per credit hour (Out-of-State)

Registration Fee

$492.00 Activity Fee — $12 per credit hour Student Services Fee — $9 per credit hour Safety & Parking Fee — $7 per credit hour Technology Fee — $12 per credit hour Student Government Fee — $1 per credit hour * Mandatory Student Fees are paid by all enrolled students

Total In-State Program Cost

$2,722.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$3,646.00

Demand Occupation(s)

51-4121.00Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
$15.00 per hour
Required Certification: None

Provider Status

Approved

Address

1515 Pioneer Drive, Harrison, Arkansas 72601

Phone Number

(870) 391-3181

Web Address

http://www.northark.edu/academics/areas-of-study/engineering-and-skilled-trades/Welding/weldingtechnology

Last Updated

Jun 30, 2026

Created

Dec 16, 2020

Renewal

Dec 02, 2026

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