Welding Technology/Welder at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA
Total Graduates
23
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
91%
21 of 23
Female Graduates
9%
2 of 23
Annual Tuition & Fees
$6,176
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Kirkwood Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding Test Prep | 34% | 87% | 82% | $8,309 |
| Advanced Welding Technologies | 48% | 86% | 86% | $10,768 |
| CNC Machining Technology | 33% | 80% | 82% | $12,695 |
| CNC Machinist Certificate Program | 4% | 100% | 82% | $15,036 |
In the Welding Test Prep program at Kirkwood Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 34% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,309 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Advanced Welding Technologies program at Kirkwood Community College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 48% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,768 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CNC Machining Technology program at Kirkwood Community College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 33% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,695 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CNC Machinist Certificate Program program at Kirkwood Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 4% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $15,036 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$51,000
10-Year Job Growth
+2.2%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
SOC: 51-4121 | $40,800 | +2.2% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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| $37,648 | -9% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$38,250
Peak Salary
$63,750
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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