Welding schools in Alabama
Looking for welding schools in Alabama? There are 21, including 20 public colleges and 1 private career school. Welders in Alabama earn a median $48,490 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 21
- Public colleges
- 20
- Median pay in AL
- $48,490
- Cities with schools
- 2
21 welding schools
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George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
Hanceville, AL · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +22
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
Selma, AL · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +5
H. Councill Trenholm State Community College
Montgomery, AL · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College
Huntsville, AL · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
John C Calhoun State Community College
Tanner, AL · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +8
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, AL · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +9
Reid State Technical College
Evergreen, AL · Public
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +4
Snead State Community College
Boaz, AL · Public
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
- +1
Welding schools by city
What welders earn in Alabama
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $48,490
- $23.31 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,710–$66,820
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AL
- 12,450
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +2.4%
- 40,300 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many welding schools are in Alabama?
We list 21 schools in Alabama with welding programs: 20 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Birmingham, Jasper, Mobile, Alexander City, and Bay Minette.
Are there community college welding programs in Alabama?
Yes. 20 public colleges in Alabama offer welding. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does welding school cost in Alabama?
Among the 20 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,170 to $25,946. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do welders make in Alabama?
The median pay for welders in Alabama is $48,490 a year, and most earn between $36,710 and $66,820, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding school in Alabama?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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- HVAC schools (18)
- Auto mechanic schools (15)
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- CNC machining schools (12)
- Dental assistant schools (10)
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Welding schools in other states
- Texas (75)
- California (69)
- North Carolina (59)
- Ohio (55)
- Florida (50)
- Illinois (44)
- Pennsylvania (37)
- Michigan (30)
- Oklahoma (29)
- Tennessee (29)
- Arkansas (26)
- Kansas (25)
- Georgia (24)
- Minnesota (21)
- Virginia (20)
- Washington (20)