Welding Schools in Anaheim, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Anaheim, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Anaheim, CA

#1

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA 4.3 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,066

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Santa Ana College

Santa Ana, CA 5.9 miles away BOC Score 65.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,180
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 4,430
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 12.1 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,851
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA 14.1 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 3,110
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Mt San Antonio College

Walnut, CA 14.5 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 2,479
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

La Puente, CA 15.8 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 978

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Rio Hondo College

Whittier, CA 16 miles away BOC Score 59.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,388
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,884
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 26%
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,702
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California

Long Beach, CA 16.5 miles away BOC Score 62.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,464

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Tri-Community Adult Education

Covina, CA 18.4 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 162

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#10

Compton College

Compton, CA 20.5 miles away BOC Score 25.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 352
  • Online programs available

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California Welding Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $58,060 $27.91 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $53,750 $25.84 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 51-4121 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Welding processes covered (stick, MIG, TIG, flux-core)
  • AWS certification preparation and testing availability
  • Hands-on booth hours with different materials (steel, stainless, aluminum)
  • Blueprint reading and welding symbol interpretation
  • OSHA safety certification and PPE training

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