Welding Technology/Welder at West Georgia Technical College in Waco, GA
Total Graduates
34
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
88%
30 of 34
Female Graduates
12%
4 of 34
Annual Tuition & Fees
$3,410
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 West Georgia Technical 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 AND JOINING TECHNOLOGY (WAJ2) | 40% | 79% | 84% | $7,729 |
| Precision Machining (MTT2) | 28% | 58% | 67% | $18,611 |
| CNC Technology Diploma (CT12) | 13% | 81% | 72% | $12,988 |
In the WELDING AND JOINING TECHNOLOGY (WAJ2) program at West Georgia Technical College, 79% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 40% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,729 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Precision Machining (MTT2) program at West Georgia Technical College, 58% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $18,611 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CNC Technology Diploma (CT12) program at West Georgia Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 13% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,988 (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%
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| $37,648 | -9% | 0%
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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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