Welding Schools in Sarasota, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Sarasota, Florida. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Welding Schools Near Sarasota, FL

#1

Manatee Technical College

Bradenton, FL 11.2 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,271

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, FL 30.3 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 1,040
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Hillsborough Community College

Tampa, FL 41.5 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,075
  • Online programs available

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#4

Erwin Technical College

Tampa, FL 45.9 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 634

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#5

Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater

Clearwater, FL 46.1 miles away BOC Score 43.4
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 749
  • Online programs available

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#6

Traviss Technical College

Lakeland, FL 60.5 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 651

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#7

Pasco-Hernando State College

New Port Richey, FL 63.1 miles away BOC Score 65.7
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  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 1,097
  • Online programs available

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#8

Fred K Marchman Technical College

New Port Richey, FL 63.4 miles away BOC Score 53.8
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  • Graduation rate: 69%
  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 338

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#9

Fort Myers Technical College

Fort Myers, FL 64.7 miles away BOC Score 79.7
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 1,337
  • Online programs available

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#10

Southern Technical College

Fort Myers, FL 65.7 miles away BOC Score 28.3
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 415

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Florida Welding Salary Snapshot

Florida
Florida Median Pay $50,640 $24.35 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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