Welding Schools in Reading, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare welding programs in Reading, Pennsylvania. 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 Reading, PA

#1

Berks Career & Technology Center

Leesport, PA 7.7 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc

Exton, PA 26.9 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 845

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

Schnecksville, PA 28 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 28

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Lancaster, PA 28.3 miles away BOC Score 67.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 716

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Lancaster County Career and Technology Center

Willow Street, PA 30.2 miles away BOC Score 64.1
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 326

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#6

Welder Training and Testing Institute

Allentown, PA 32 miles away BOC Score 71.9
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 96

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#7

Triangle Tech Inc-Bethlehem

Bethlehem, PA 34 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 132

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#8

Schuylkill Technology Center

Frackville, PA 34.1 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 185

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#9

Delaware County Community College

Media, PA 38.2 miles away BOC Score 50.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,930
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,540
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  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 699
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Northampton County Area Community College

Bethlehem, PA 39.1 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 846
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Welding Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $52,900 $25.43 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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Career Overview

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