Welding Schools in Santa Paula, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Santa Paula, California. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Santa Paula, CA

#1

Ventura College

Ventura, CA 10.9 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,192

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA 28.9 miles away BOC Score 60.9
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,572

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Los Angeles Pierce College

Woodland Hills, CA 30.3 miles away BOC Score 44.6
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 782

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#4

Glendale Community College

Glendale, CA 49.7 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 530
  • Online programs available

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#5

Los Angeles Trade Technical College

Los Angeles, CA 50.8 miles away BOC Score 34.6
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 2,831

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

El Camino Community College District

Torrance, CA 53.3 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,125

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#7

Antelope Valley Community College District

Lancaster, CA 55.2 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 2,041

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#8

UEI College-Gardena

Gardena, CA 55.2 miles away BOC Score 42.0
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 1,716
  • Online programs available

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#9

Pasadena City College

Pasadena, CA 56.2 miles away BOC Score 71.5
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,592
  • Online programs available

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#10

Compton College

Compton, CA 59 miles away BOC Score 25.2
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  • 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

Next Steps

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