Welding

There has never been a better time to be a welder!

If you're looking for a trade with endless possibilities and opportunities then a welding career is for you.

Graduates can gain employment in the manufacturing, fabrication, construction and repair industries. Here are some examples: Fabrication, Aviation Welding Technician, Electric Arc Welder, Gas Shielded Arc Welder, Welder Apprentice, Spot Welder, Pressure Vessel Welder, Production Welder and many more!

Portage College is an approved test centre for the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB). Check out this link for CWB Welder Testing Dates & Rates at Portage College.

Pre-employment Welding
August 30, 2012 - December 21, 2012

The Pre-employment program is designed for those with no previous experience. It's only 16 weeks in length but provides anyone who is interested in obtaining employment in the Welding trade with an excellent theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The pre-employment program will include the first period apprenticeship technical training as well as industrial safety.

Apprenticeship Welding
1st Period:  January 7, 2013 - March 1, 2013
1st Period:  April 29, 2013- June 21, 2013
2nd Period: October 29, 2012 - December 21, 2012
3rd Period:  March 4, 2013 - April 26, 2013

Earn while you learn! Portage College offers Periods 1, 2 & 3. Training is a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Our program is delivered in first-rate facilities by experienced journeymen. You will be paid an hourly wage while working on the job site, then complete the eight-week apprenticeship program at Portage College which will enable you to challenge the Apprenticeship Exam.

Offered at the Lac La Biche Campus

Click on the link below for details about this program