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Tulsa Welding School (TWS) was founded in 1949 in Tulsa, Oklahoma by two welders to meet the demand for skilled tradespeople in the welding industry.

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What’s TWS All About

Tulsa Welding School (TWS) was founded in 1949 in Tulsa, Oklahoma by two welders to meet the demand for skilled tradespeople in the welding industry. Since then, TWS has become a multi-campus institution that trains students in the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for entry-level positions in the skilled trades:

Welding

HVAC/R

Electrical

Tulsa Welding School has a long history of preparing students for careers in the skilled trades. Founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1949, the school has expanded its training opportunities over the years to help meet the growing demand for skilled welders, HVAC/R technicians, industrial maintenance specialists and electricians.

The Refrigeration School, Inc. (now Tulsa Welding School Phoenix) was founded in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1965 and joined the school system in late 2009. Together, these institutions have continued to expand access to skilled trades training across the country.

Over the years, Tulsa Welding School has continued to grow its presence beyond its roots in Oklahoma, establishing campuses across several states. Today, the school’s campus network includes locations in Florida, Texas, Georgia and Arizona.

Tulsa Welding School was founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1949.
The Refrigeration School, Inc (now Tulsa Welding School Phoenix) was founded in 1965, and joined the school system in late 2009.
Tulsa Welding School Jacksonville opened in Jacksonville, Florida, in 2001.
Tulsa Welding School opened its Houston, Texas, campus in 2014.
Tulsa Welding School opened its Dallas Metro campus in 2023.
Tulsa Welding School opened its Atlanta Metro campus in 2025.
In 2026, The Refrigeration School adopted the Tulsa Welding School name, becoming Tulsa Welding School Phoenix.

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Students are the heart
of Tulsa Welding School

We know new places and experiences can be scary, which is why our staff is dedicated to supporting and guiding students from enrollment to graduation.

Our team provides a host of student services, including housing assistance and temporary job assistance. We also help graduates find job opportunities in the field they trained for.

They want to train for a career in less than a year.
They prefer learning by doing and working with their hands, not by sitting in a classroom all day.
They know what they want: a rewarding career they can be proud of.

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TWS’s WeCare Values

Our students are the reason we continue to do what we do.

Creating an incredible work environment.

We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), recognizing the importance of creating a culture that embraces and celebrates individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.

Challenging and fun.

Within our positive and nurturing culture, passion, belief, and empowerment thrive. We provide unwavering support and celebrate both individual and collective successes, fostering a sense of pride in ourselves and others.

Genuine people.

We have built a culture of kindness and support that helps people feel comfortable being themselves, confident about what they contribute, championed in taking risks or trying new things.

Force for good.

We strive to make a a positive and sustainable impact on the lives and communities (and world) we serve by creating employment opportunities both internally and in the trades that we train students for.