Welding Technology/Welder at Tidewater Community College in Norfolk, VA
Total Graduates
22
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
95%
21 of 22
Female Graduates
5%
1 of 22
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,714
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 Tidewater 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) | 90% | 80% | 78% | $9,061 |
| WeldNow (SMAW) | 89% | 50% | 52% | $6,376 |
| Marine Welding Level 1 | 82% | 85% | 85% | $7,339 |
| Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) | 99% | 62% | 70% | $5,847 |
| Marine Trade Training: Sheet Metal - Level 1 | 100% | 92% | 89% | $11,290 |
| Marine Welding Level 2 | 81% | 82% | — | $7,565 |
| Marine Welding Level 3 | 84% | 79% | 50% | $7,800 |
| Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) Operator | 100% | — | — | — |
In the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) program at Tidewater Community College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 90% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,061 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the WeldNow (SMAW) program at Tidewater Community College, 50% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 89% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,376 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Marine Welding Level 1 program at Tidewater Community College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 82% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,339 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) program at Tidewater Community College, 62% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 99% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,847 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Marine Trade Training: Sheet Metal - Level 1 program at Tidewater Community College, 92% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,290 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Marine Welding Level 2 program at Tidewater Community College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 81% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,565 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Marine Welding Level 3 program at Tidewater Community College, 79% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 84% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,800 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) Operator program at Tidewater Community College, 100% completed the program (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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