Welding Schools in Torrance, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Torrance, 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 Torrance, CA

#1

El Camino Community College District

Torrance, CA 3.5 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,125

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

UEI College-Gardena

Gardena, CA 5.4 miles away BOC Score 42.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 1,716
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Long Beach City College

Long Beach, CA 7.3 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 2,015

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Compton College

Compton, CA 8 miles away BOC Score 25.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 352
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California

Long Beach, CA 11.4 miles away BOC Score 62.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,464

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Los Angeles Trade Technical College

Los Angeles, CA 14.2 miles away BOC Score 34.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 2,831

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA 14.6 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 3,110
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Rio Hondo College

Whittier, CA 21.9 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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  • In-state tuition: $1,388
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,884
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  • Graduation rate: 26%
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,702
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Glendale Community College

Glendale, CA 23.9 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 530
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA 24.5 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,066

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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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