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TWS 75th Anniversary

TWS is Celebrating 75 Years of Changing Lives!

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Classes start on May. 6 and May. 17, 2024

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Trade School Training at TWS

Tulsa Welding School offers trade school training in Welding, HVAC, Refrigeration, Electrical and Lineworker. These industries need a skilled workforce and are not going away. Most of our hands-on programs take less than a year to complete to get you out in the field faster.

Professional Welder

7 Month Program


Professional Welders are found everywhere – automotive, aerospace and aviation industries; bridges and bikes; shipyards, shops and skyscrapers – wherever metal needs adhering, a welder is needed. By being trained as a skilled professional welder, you’ll have career opportunities nationwide, and even worldwide. That means almost anywhere you want to go, welding can take you there.

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Professional Welder
7 Month Program

  • Available at the Tulsa, Jacksonville, Houston & Dallas Metro (Irving, TX) Campuses
  • Focused, hands-on training.
  • Training for structural, fluxcore, and pipe welding.
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Refrigeration Technologies

7 Month Program


When it comes to refrigeration technologies training schools, TWS in Tulsa, OK, Jacksonville, FL, Houston, TX & Dallas Metro (Irving, TX) have a track record for preparing students for a rewarding career as a Refrigeration Technician. Our 7-month curriculum puts a heavy focus on hands-on training while teaching the fundamentals of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, climate control and refrigeration technologies.

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Refrigeration Technologies
7 Month Program

  • Available at the Tulsa, Jacksonville, Houston & Dallas Metro (Irving, TX) campuses
  • Learn HVACR & electrical maintenance.
  • Additional training in solar power technologies.
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Electrical Applications

7 Month Program


The Electrical Applications program at TWS Jacksonville is the perfect fit for someone who wants a career where they can work with their hands and finish school quickly. Students receive a hands-on education in a real-world environment that is taught by industry-experienced professionals.

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Electrical Applications
7 Month Program

  • Available at the Tulsa, Jacksonville & Houston campuses
  • Hands-on training.
  • Finish electrician school quickly.
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Electro-Mechanical Technologies

9 Month Program


This training program provides each student with a broad range of knowledge in electrical and mechanical technologies, along with heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. Career opportunities in this field are wide and growing. An added value to the program is the solar energy technology module, which includes an overview of the Photovoltaic (PV) Science with principles and application processes used in many solar powered systems.

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Electro-Mechanical Technologies
9 Month Program

  • Available at the Tulsa, Jacksonville & Houston campuses
  • Learn HVACR, electrical & mechanical maintenance.
  • Additional training in solar power technologies.
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Welding Specialist with Pipefitting

9.5 Month Program


The Welding Specialist with Pipefitting program prepares a graduate for entry level positions in structural, pipe and pipeline, and thin alloy welding, as well as for entry-level positions in pipefitting and steam fitting. In addition to the key welding processes learned in the Welding Specialist program, students also learn basic and advanced pipefitting skills.

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Welding Specialist with Pipefitting
9.5 Month Program

  • Available at the Jacksonville & Houston Campuses
  • Hands-on welding & pipefitting training.
  • Career options include welder, pipefitter, steamfitter, boilermaker.
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AOS in Welding Technology

14 Month Program


After successfully completing the Professional Welder training program, you can take your welding career to the next level. With an Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology degree, you could have career opportunities virtually anywhere across the country and globe. Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology training is available at the Tulsa Campus only.

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AOS in Welding Technology
14 Month Program

  • Available at the Tulsa Campus Only
  • Expand your career opportunities.
  • Train to be a quality assurance/quality control welding inspector.
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Electrical Lineworker

3.5 Month Program


The Electrical Lineworker program will train you in how to install, maintain, and repair electrical power lines in as little as 15 weeks. Learn from expert instructors, get help with finding career opportunities from staff who care about your success, and prepare for a career where you power the nation.

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Electrical Lineworker
3.5 Month Program

lineworker Program at TWS Dallas
  • Available at the Jacksonville & Dallas Metro Campuses
  • Hands-on training.
  • Staff and faculty committed to helping you succeed.
  • 15-week program.
  • Program Requirements
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Admissions Requirements for Electrical Lineworker Program

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be either a high school graduate or have your G.E.D
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Be eligible to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL)
  • Provide proof of current medical insurance coverage by the start date of the term you select. (Students are required to keep current coverage for the duration of the program.)
  • Not have a felony conviction on your record
  • Weigh no more than 300 pounds due to weight restrictions of fall protection equipment
  • Complete the online learning readiness assessment.
  • Be physically and mentally fit to participate (official Medical Release form provided during enrollment process)
  • Proof of passing the DOT Physical, and our Doctor and Medical Release form signed by you and your doctor.

Electrical Technologies

7 Month Program


The Electrical Technologies program prepares students for entry-level job opportunities as an electrician. In as few as 7 months of hands-on training at Tulsa Welding School, you could be trained in the skills you need to maintain and service residential, commercial, and industrial electrical equipment.

Students will learn the fundamentals of electricity and solar power, residential and commercial wiring applications, low voltage usage with audio/video and security systems and programming, in-depth applications of motors, lighting, and the devices that control them (including PLCs) as well as exposure to various types of transformers.

Let our experienced instructors set you on the path to success as a professional electrician!

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Electrical Technologies
7 Month Program

Electrical Technologies Program at TWS Tulsa
  • Available at the Dallas Metro Campus Only
  • Hands-on training.
  • Finish electrician school quickly.
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Female TWS Welding Student

Women in skilled trades scholarship

$3000 Scholarship open to all female TWS students that qualify

The Women in Skilled Trades Scholarship Program is a need-based scholarship program that is designed to provide financial assistance to eligible female students with demonstrated financial need. We can help you apply.

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Cool Welding Jobs - Meet TWS Grad Nicholas Glider

Welding can open a world of unique career opportunities. Meet TWS graduate Nicholas Glider. Nicholas has his dream job of welding characters for amusement parks at Sally Corp. and also uses the skills he learned to soup up race bikes in his spare time.



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TWS is the Right Choice

Can You Afford to Wait?

When people choose to train at Tulsa Welding School (TWS), they don’t just train to get a job, they train to get a career. When our students graduate, they know they have options where their careers can take them.

Statistics represent data across all TWS campuses.

Financial Aid

Don't assume you don't qualify for financial aid. Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Our financial aid advisors can walk you through the process including filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).


Scholarships

Looking for scholarships to help pay for school? We can help with that too. TWS has over $7 million available in scholarships this year!5


Career Services

Enrolling at Tulsa Welding School is the first step to investing in your future, and Career Services want to ensure you get a great return on it. From resume writing, to interview preparation, and job leads, our Career Services department helps students every step in their job search.




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Graduates in all 50 states
Over $7 million in scholarships available!
Over 37,000 Graduates

Employer Testimonials

Inspiring words from some of our employment partners about TWS alumni.

Tulsa Welding School’s Career Services department has developed, and continues to develop, partnerships with local and nation-wide employers who have hired our graduates. Employers know that the TWS curriculum was designed to teach the skills they’re looking for.



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All it takes to move forward is making that first step. Whether you need more information or want to speak to someone, we’re with you every step of the way. Contact us to get started on working toward your future.


Tulsa Welding School

2545 East 11th Street, Tulsa, OK 74104

TWS Jacksonville

3500 Southside Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32216

TWS Houston

243A Greens Rd., Houston, TX 77060

TWS Dallas Metro

700 E. Airport Freeway, Irving 75062


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Accredited School, ACCSC. TWS-Jacksonville located at 1750 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216 is recognized by ACCSC as a satellite location of TWS-Jacksonville located at 3500 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216. Tulsa Welding School (TWS) near Dallas, Tulsa Welding School & Technology Center (TWSTC) in Houston and TWS-Jacksonville are branch campuses of Tulsa Welding School, located at 2545 E. 11th St., Tulsa, OK 74104. Tulsa, OK campus is licensed by OBPVS and ASBPCE. Jacksonville, FL campus is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. 2331. TWS near Dallas, TX, TWSTC in Houston, TX, and TWS in Tulsa, OK are approved by TWC. TWS in Jacksonville is licensed by the Mississippi Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration, License No. C-668. Licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. Licensure is not equivalent to or synonymous with accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. TWS in Jacksonville is also regulated by: Indiana Department of Office for Career and Technical Schools, 10 N. Senate Ave, Suite SE 308, Indianapolis, IN 46204; [email protected]; http://www.in.gov/dwd/2731.htm. The AOSWT program is an Associate of Occupational Studies degree program and is not an academic degree. The AOSWT program, available at the Tulsa, OK campus only, is an Associate of Occupational Studies degree program and is not an academic degree. The AOSWT program is not approved for the following states: CO, GA, LA, MN, and TX. For more information about our programs, please visit our website at: https://www.tws.edu/student-resources/regulatory-information/.

Financial aid and scholarships available to those who qualify. Candidates need to refer to the scholarship information page to determine topic of essay (where applicable) and must meet all regular admissions requirements and be scheduled to start training prior to applying for a scholarship. If a student changes his/her re-enter date, the scholarship award may be forfeited. Scholarships are not transferable and most scholarships cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarship TWS offers. In most cases, only one award will be given per student. If a student is eligible for multiple scholarships, the scholarship that is most beneficial to the student will be awarded. Scholarships will be distributed incrementally over the entire duration of the program. Scholarship eligibility requires continuous enrollment. Failure to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress may result in the probation and possible loss of scholarship. Termination from training may also result in the loss of a scholarship, which may increase your tuition obligation to TWS. Tuition charges will be based on the amount reflected on your Enrollment Agreement. See the reverse side of your Enrollment Agreement or the School Catalog for the school’s refund policy.

Tulsa Welding School faculty has over 800 years of combined experience in the welding industry as of February 2022.

12 Graduates initially employed in all 50 states according to our ACCSC Annual Report data for reports dated 7/1/18 - 7/1/23.

13 Indicates the total number of current partnered employers across all TWS locations as of May 2023.

14 Total number of estimated graduates for TWS calculated based on historic data available as of Jan 1, 2023.

**, 10 AWS Welding Employment Stats: https://weldingworkforcedata.com/ Essential Disclaimer: https://www.cisa.gov/publication/guidance-essential-critical-infrastructure-workforce Welding Employment Stats: According to BLS data Oklahoma employed 9,010, Texas employed 48,380 and Florida employed 14,320, Tulsa employed 3,590, the Houston area employed 15,440, the Dallas area employed 9,910, and Jacksonville employed 1,260 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (514121). HVAC/R Employment Stats: According to BLS data Oklahoma employed 5,370, Texas employed 30,670 and Florida employed 33,560, Tulsa employed 1,680, the Houston area employed 6,610, the Dallas area employed 10,230, and Jacksonville employed 2,320 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanical and Installers (499021). Electrician Employment Stats: According to BLS data Oklahoma employed 7,910, Texas employed 64,360 and Florida employed 42,250, Tulsa employed 2,340, the Houston area employed 18,160, the Dallas area employed 17,600, and Jacksonville employed 3,510 Electricians (472111). Pipefitting Employment Stats: According to BLS data Texas employed 37,980,Florida employed 26930, Houston area employed 9,680 and Jacksonville employed 2,760 Plumbers, Pipefitters and Steamfitters (472152). Lineworker Employment Stats: According to BLS data Texas employed 11,960, Florida employed 6,780, and the Dallas area employed 2,300, Jacksonville employed 500 Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (499051). http://data.bls.gov/oes.

***, 11 Welding BLS Salary Stats: According to BLS data annual mean salaries for Welders, Cutters, Solderers and Brazers (514121) in Oklahoma is $45,860, Florida $44,320, Texas $50,560, Tulsa $48,140, Jacksonville $43,150 and the Houston area $53,320. Average starting salaries for Professional Welder at TWS Tulsa $36,078, TWS Jacksonville $36,350 and Tulsa Welding School & Technology center $33,914 for graduates employed during the 12-month period of 7/1/20-6/30/21. HVAC/R BLS Salary Stats: According to BLS data annual mean salaries for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (499021) in Oklahoma is $48,770, Florida $46,850, Texas $51,270, Tulsa $49,820, Jacksonville $48,790 and the Houston area $53,450. Average starting salaries for Refrigeration Technologies at TWS Tulsa are not yet reported, TWS Jacksonville $32,351 and Tulsa Welding School & Technology center $32,469 for graduates employed during the 12-month period of 7/1/20-6/30/21. Electrician BLS Salary Stats: According to BLS data annual mean salaries for Electricians (472111) in Oklahoma is $56,000, Florida $49,080, Texas $53,080, Tulsa $58,350, Jacksonville $47,590 and the Houston area $56,090. Average starting salaries for Electrical Applications at TWS Tulsa are not yet reported, TWS Jacksonville $38,680 and Tulsa Welding School & Technology center are not yet reported for graduates employed during the 12-month period of 7/1/20-6/30/21. Employment rate disclaimer: For students who started and completed their training during the 12-month period for which 150% of normal time for completion has elapsed and who attained employment in their field of study as outlined on our annual accreditation report dated July 1, 2021. Refer to the most current Student Right-to-know information for details at: https://www.tws.edu/student-resources/regulatory-information/ Total Graduates Disclaimer: Total number of estimated graduates for TWS calculated based on historic data available as of Jan 1, 2023. Essential Worker Disclaimer: https://www.cisa.gov/publication/guidance-essential-critical-infrastructure-workforce

*,1 According to 2019 IPEDS data TWS has the largest total combined enrollment of students for all post-secondary schools in the U.S. with the designated largest program of CIP Code Welding Technology/Welder.

2 For students who started and completed their training during the 12-month period for which 150% of normal time for completion has elapsed and who attained employment in their field of study as outlined on our annual ACCSC accreditation report dated July 1, 2021. Total number of graduates employed in the field for all TWS campuses (1961), divided by total number of eligible graduates (2255), equals 86%.

3 Total number of estimated graduates for TWS calculated based on historic data available as of Jan 1, 2023.

4 For students who completed their training during the 12-month period for which 150% of normal time for completion has elapsed and who attained employment in their field of study as outlined on our annual accreditation report dated July 2022.

5 Available scholarship amounts are estimated for the period of 1/1/2022 through 12/31/2022 for the Tulsa, Jacksonville & Houston campuses combined.

*6 BLS Projection for Welding Jobs in Tulsa area can be found at https://projectionscentral.com/Projections/ShortTerm

*7 https://www.foxbusiness.com/features/renters-can-afford-to-live-alone-in-cities

*8 Details on Tulsa population figures, demographic composition, and urban investments can be found at https://www.tulsaworld.com/business/city-official-expounds-on-downtown-development-potential-at-real-estate/article_60ebf3f6-628c-587e-8fe5-6c34b3e6e28e.html

*9 Drive time to Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area is based on Google Maps Data.

* Employers disclaimer: Indicates the total number of current partnered employers across all TWS locations as of May 2023. Graduate Disclaimer: Total number of estimated graduates for TWS calculated based on historic data available as of Jan 1, 2023. Placement Disclaimer: Graduates initially employed in all 50 states according to our ACCSC Annual Report data for reports dated 7/1/18 – 7/1/23. Largest Welding School Disclaimer: According to 2019 IPEDS data TWS has the largest total combined enrollment of students for all post-secondary schools in the U.S. with the designated largest program of CIP Code Welding Technology/Welder.

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