Welding Schools in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA

#1

Western Nevada College

Carson City, NV 19.9 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Truckee Meadows Community College

Reno, NV 44.8 miles away BOC Score 63.0
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,659
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Columbia College

Sonora, CA 66.5 miles away BOC Score 32.3
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 136

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#4

Sierra College

Rocklin, CA 66.6 miles away BOC Score 54.5
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 972

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#5

American River College

Sacramento, CA 76.2 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 2,354
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Cosumnes River College

Sacramento, CA 84.8 miles away BOC Score 56.7
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 855
  • Online programs available

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#7

Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc

Sacramento, CA 85.9 miles away BOC Score 61.4
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 1,031

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#8

Yuba College

Marysville, CA 87.5 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 427

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#9

Woodland Community College

Woodland, CA 96.6 miles away BOC Score 38.7
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 324

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#10

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA 97.4 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,368
  • 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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