Welding Schools in Hickory, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Hickory, North Carolina. 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 Hickory, NC

#1

Catawba Valley Community College

Hickory, NC 3.7 miles away BOC Score 50.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 939
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC 11.9 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 610
  • Online programs available

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#3

Western Piedmont Community College

Morganton, NC 20.5 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 275
  • Online programs available

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#4

Mitchell Community College

Statesville, NC 24.2 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 538
  • Online programs available

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#5

NASCAR Technical Institute

Mooresville, NC 27.9 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 1,342

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#6

Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro, NC 28.3 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 850
  • Online programs available

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#7

Gaston College

Dallas, NC 30.9 miles away BOC Score 51.1
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  • In-state tuition: $3,186
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,330
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  • Graduation rate: 59%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 1,444
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Cleveland Community College

Shelby, NC 33.3 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 837
  • Online programs available

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#9

McDowell Technical Community College

Marion, NC 36.3 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 308

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#10

Mayland Community College

Spruce Pine, NC 41.3 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 155
  • Online programs available

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North Carolina Welding Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $50,590 $24.32 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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