Welding Technology/Welder at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in Salisbury, NC
Total Graduates
111
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
92%
102 of 111
Female Graduates
8%
9 of 111
Annual Tuition & Fees
$2,064
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 Rowan-Cabarrus 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 Technology AAS | 39% | 74% | 77% | $11,028 |
| Welding Technology Certificate | 14% | 59% | 60% | $8,814 |
| Welding Technology Diploma | 19% | 57% | 50% | $6,581 |
| Motorsports Management Technology AAS | 18% | 69% | 100% | $8,005 |
| Motorsports Management Technology Certificate | 18% | 69% | 100% | $8,005 |
| Computer-Integrated Machining AAS | 56% | 87% | 90% | $10,113 |
In the Welding Technology AAS program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 74% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 39% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,028 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Technology Certificate program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 59% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 14% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,814 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Technology Diploma program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 57% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 19% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,581 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Motorsports Management Technology AAS program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 18% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,005 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Motorsports Management Technology Certificate program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 18% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,005 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Computer-Integrated Machining AAS program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 56% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,113 (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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