Welding Schools in Turlock, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Turlock, 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 Turlock, CA

#1

Modesto Junior College

Modesto, CA 13 miles away BOC Score 64.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,195
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Merced College

Merced, CA 24.2 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,646
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA 42.2 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,368
  • Online programs available

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#4

Columbia College

Sonora, CA 44.5 miles away BOC Score 32.3
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 136

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#5

Las Positas College

Livermore, CA 53.3 miles away BOC Score 71.7
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 353
  • Online programs available

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#6

Madera Community College

Madera, CA 62.1 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 236

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#7

CET-Watsonville

Watsonville, CA 63.7 miles away BOC Score 60.5
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 194

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#8

Los Medanos College

Pittsburg, CA 64.7 miles away BOC Score 62.8
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 852
  • Online programs available

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#9

Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA 68.6 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 868
  • Online programs available

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#10

Chabot College

Hayward, CA 68.8 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • 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

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