Welding Technology/Welder at North Central Texas College in Gainesville, TX
Total Graduates
107
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
83%
89 of 107
Female Graduates
17%
18 of 107
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,680
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 North Central Texas 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 Technology Level One Certificate | 41% | 72% | 75% | $7,461 |
| Welding Basic Certificate | 98% | 76% | 75% | $6,869 |
| Welding Technology AAS | 17% | 69% | 74% | $8,255 |
| Machining Technology AAS | 12% | 86% | 83% | $8,125 |
| Machining Technology Level One Certificate | 30% | 77% | 75% | $11,002 |
| Basic Machining Technology Certificate | 96% | 68% | 70% | $7,155 |
In the Welding Technology Level One Certificate program at North Central Texas College, 72% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 41% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,461 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Basic Certificate program at North Central Texas College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 98% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,869 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Technology AAS program at North Central Texas College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 17% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,255 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machining Technology AAS program at North Central Texas College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 12% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,125 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machining Technology Level One Certificate program at North Central Texas College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,002 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Basic Machining Technology Certificate program at North Central Texas College, 68% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 96% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,155 (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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