Welding Schools in Walnut Creek, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA

#1

Los Medanos College

Pittsburg, CA 12.3 miles away BOC Score 62.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 852
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Laney College

Oakland, CA 14.2 miles away BOC Score 17.6
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 415

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#3

Chabot College

Hayward, CA 18.3 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 1,066

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#4

Las Positas College

Livermore, CA 18.6 miles away BOC Score 71.7
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 353
  • Online programs available

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#5

Solano Community College

Fairfield, CA 23.4 miles away BOC Score 61.5
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  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 415
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

City College of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA 25.5 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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  • Programs offered: 87
  • Annual completions: 2,534

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#7

Napa Valley College

Napa, CA 28.7 miles away BOC Score 46.1
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 170

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#8

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA 39.8 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,368
  • Online programs available

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#9

Cosumnes River College

Sacramento, CA 50.5 miles away BOC Score 56.7
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 855
  • Online programs available

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#10

Santa Rosa Junior College

Santa Rosa, CA 53.2 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 4,260
  • 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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