Welding Technology/Welder at Lynnes Welding Training in Fargo, ND
Total Graduates
103
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
80%
82 of 103
Female Graduates
20%
21 of 103
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Lynnes Welding Training 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 480 Hour COM1 Combination Welder 1 | 94% | 85% | 83% | $12,691 |
| 640 Hour Combination Welder II | 92% | 95% | 88% | $12,173 |
| 200 Hour Gas Metal Arc Welding Skills | 77% | 81% | 83% | $10,192 |
| 120STK1 SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick) Program | 100% | 100% | 100% | $15,278 |
In the 480 Hour COM1 Combination Welder 1 program at Lynnes Welding Training, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,691 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the 640 Hour Combination Welder II program at Lynnes Welding Training, 95% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 92% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,173 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the 200 Hour Gas Metal Arc Welding Skills program at Lynnes Welding Training, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 77% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,192 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the 120STK1 SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick) Program program at Lynnes Welding Training, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $15,278 (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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