Welding schools in Charleston, WV
4 schools within 30 miles of Charleston, WV offer welding programs, and one is in Charleston itself. Welders in West Virginia earn a median $48,810 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in WV
- $48,810
4 welding schools within 30 mi of Charleston, WV
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BridgeValley Community & Technical College
South Charleston, WV · 3.6 mi · Public
- Welding
- CNC machining
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +16
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Boone Career and Technical Center
Foster, WV · 19 mi · Public
- Welding
- CDL & truck driving
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +2
What welders earn in West Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $48,810
- $23.46 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,700–$73,780
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WV
- 2,100
- 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
What are the closest welding schools to Charleston?
The closest are BridgeValley Community & Technical College (South Charleston, 4 mi), Carver Career Center (Charleston, 6 mi), and Ben Franklin Career Center (Dunbar, 7 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Charleston cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,382 to $6,941. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Charleston?
Across West Virginia, the median pay is $48,810 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a welding school in Charleston?
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.
Welding schools in nearby cities
- Foster (19 mi)
- Huntington (44 mi)
- Beckley (47 mi)
- Princeton (74 mi)