Welding Schools in Athens, OH (2026): Programs & Salaries

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Athens, Ohio. 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 Athens, OH

#1

Hocking College

Nelsonville, OH 10.3 miles away BOC Score 44.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 372
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Tri-County Adult Career Center

Nelsonville, OH 11.5 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 54

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#3

West Virginia University at Parkersburg

Parkersburg, WV 32.6 miles away BOC Score 64.5
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 175
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training

Marietta, OH 33.8 miles away BOC Score 68.4
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 422

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#5

University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, OH 34.1 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 92
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Buckeye Hills Career Center

Rio Grande, OH 34.4 miles away BOC Score 70.4
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 277

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#7

Washington State College of Ohio

Marietta, OH 36.1 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 460
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education

Zanesville, OH 42.6 miles away BOC Score 64.1
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 867

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#9

Pickaway Ross Joint Vocational School District

Chillicothe, OH 48.3 miles away BOC Score 83.0
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 303

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#10

Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County

Newark, OH 56.3 miles away BOC Score 71.2
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 615

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Ohio Welding Salary Snapshot

Ohio
Ohio Median Pay $50,340 $24.20 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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