Combination Welding Trade School
Spark a Great New Career!
Train in Months, Not Years
Ready for a new essential new career? You can get the training you need in months, not years!
This Is Welding Training You Can Really Bond With.
Welders have many opportunities and are in high demand in a wide range of industries. As a welder, you can work with cars, ships, appliances, bridges, airplanes, buildings, and much more! If you enjoy working with your hands and would like to work with cutting-edge new welding techniques using lasers, electron beams, or ultrasonic waves, check out Tidewater Tech’s Combination Welding Trade School Program.
Charge Into the Future
If you’re always struggling to make ends meet, or bouncing around from one low-paying job to the next, it’s time to stop spinning your wheels and get the training you need for a real career in welding. Worried that you can’t afford it? We offer financial assistance programs to those who qualify. Explore your passion for heavy metal, powerful equipment, and building or repairing things, and prepare to put your talents to work.
Fuse With These Foundational Skills
When you enroll in Tidewater Tech’s Combination Welding Trade School Program, you’ll learn the fundamentals of welding, including metal fabrication and repair. Our supportive, experienced instructors will help you master various welding and metal cutting techniques, different tools and machines, as well as becoming skilled at reading blueprints, taking measurements, and assessing hazards.
Fundamentals of Modern Welding
Tungsten Arc Welding
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Flux Core Arc Welding
Special Cutting
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Take the Fast Track to Success
Best of all, as a full-time student, you could graduate in 33 weeks!
Come learn with the pros at Tidewater Tech. You’ll receive hands-on training at our state-of-the-art AWS Accredited Testing Facility (one of only four approved facilities in the state of Virginia), and get all the preparation you need to start your new career. If you want a secure career that’s always in demand and to take control of your life, it’s time to enroll in Tidewater Tech’s Combination Welding Program.
Welders Get Hired
As a graduate of our Combination Welding Program, you’ll be ready to put your new welding skills to work in fields including:
- Assembler and Fabricator
- Boilermaker
- Metal Worker
- Machinist/Toll and Die Maker
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Plumber, Pipefitter, or Steamfitter
Certifiably Hot
As a student at Tidewater Tech, you’ll have the opportunity to graduate certified in the following positions, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in 3G and 4G positions
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in 3G and 4G positions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Safety Certification
American Welding Society (AWS) Vertical (3G) and Overhead (4G) Certification
In addition, existing welders are able to maintain their AWS certification in Pipe Welding in 6G positions or receive their AWS certification at Tidewater Tech. Qualify yourself for better positions and advancements in the field of welding.
Schedule a CAMPUS TOUR
The best way to see if Tidewater Tech is right for you is to see it for yourself.
Are You Ready for combination welding trade school?
Take the Tidewater Tech Career Training Readiness Quiz
The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete, and you’ll get a personalized report that identifies your strengths, as well as the training and positions you’re best suited for.
Enroll with Ease: begin your welding journey
Enrolling in our Combination Welding program is a straightforward process. Here’s how to get started:
*Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Combination Welder?
A combination welder works with multiple welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. At Tidewater Tech, students learn to handle different metals and techniques used across construction, manufacturing, and repair industries.
What Does a Combination Welder Do?
Combination welders join, cut, and repair metal components using various welding methods. They often read blueprints, inspect finished welds, and ensure structural integrity. Tidewater Tech’s program teaches students how to perform these tasks so they can work safely and confidently.
How To Become a Combination Welder?
To become a combination welder, you must complete a Building and Construction Trade program like the one at Tidewater Tech. Students receive practical instruction in multiple welding techniques and safety procedures. After training, graduates can pursue entry-level welding positions or certifications.
How Long is Welding School?
Welding programs at Tidewater Tech can typically be completed in as little as 33 weeks. The curriculum gets students job-ready through hands-on training and direct instructor feedback. This approach helps graduates enter the workforce sooner.
What is the Hardest Weld To Learn?
Many welders consider TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding the most difficult to master. It requires precise hand coordination and attention to detail to produce clean, high-quality welds.
