Trade School in Dallas Metro, TX
Launch your career in the skilled trades at TWS Dallas Metro. As one of the top trade schools in Dallas, we offer hands-on training in welding, HVAC/R and electrical. Many programs can be completed in as few as 7 months.
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Upcoming Start Dates
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Welding Oct. 23, 2026 & Nov. 30, 2026
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HVAC/R Oct. 28, 2026 & Nov. 30, 2026
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Electrical Oct. 28, 2026 & Nov. 30, 2026
What’s TWS All About?
At our Dallas Metro (Irving, TX) campus, you won’t just sit in a classroom and take notes. You’ll spend your time getting hands-on experience in the skilled trades, with programs in welding, HVAC/R, and electrical systems. Learn from experienced instructors, get your hands dirty, and build skills you can put to work.
And when you’re not in the lab, there’s plenty to explore. Our Irving campus puts you right in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, close to the sports, dining, entertainment, and culture that make DFW thrive. Whether you’re grabbing a bite with classmates at the Toyota Music Factory, heading into downtown Dallas or Fort Worth, or just enjoying the campus community, you’ll find plenty to do outside of training.
Conveniently located in Irving just off Airport Freeway (TX-183) and near Loop 12, our campus provides easy access from across the Metroplex, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Grapevine.
Preparing You for Success
At TWS Dallas Metro, our focus is getting you workforce-ready. Through hands-on training in welding, HVAC/R, and electrical systems, you’ll gain practical skills designed for the trade. Supported by comprehensive Career Services and industry connections across the DFW Metroplex, we assist graduates every step of the way as they prepare to enter the skilled trades workforce.*
*Employment rate based on the 2024 ACCSC Annual Report for Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro (Irving, TX) graduates. Tulsa Welding School cannot guarantee employment or salary. Career services assistance is available to all eligible graduates.
Overall Employment Rate Dallas Campus
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Visit the TWS Dallas Metro Campus
Located in the heart of the thriving Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, the TWS Dallas Metro campus in Irving offers students a fast-paced environment surrounded by world-class dining, sports, and entertainment. Situated directly off Airport Freeway (TX-183) just before Loop 12, our trade school campus is easily accessible from throughout North Texas and neighboring communities like Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and Grand Prairie.
Dallas Metro (Irving), TX
Main Campus:
700 East Airport FreewayIrving, TX 75062
Phone: (855) 232-0586
Hours of Operation
- Mon-Thu:8AM to 7PM
- Fri:8AM to 4PM
- SatCLOSED
- Sun:CLOSED
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Training Programs at the Dallas Metro (Irving), TX Campus
Welding
Professional Welder Training
Program Duration: 7 months
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.
Learn MoreAssociate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management
Program Duration: 14 months
After successfully completing the Professional Welder training program, you can take your welding career to the next level. With an Associate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management degree, you could have career opportunities virtually anywhere across the country and globe.
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Refrigeration Technologies
Program Duration: 7 months
When it comes to refrigeration technologies training schools, TWS in Tulsa, OK, Jacksonville, FL, Houston, TX, Dallas Metro (Irving, TX), Atlanta Metro (Decatur, GA) and Phoenix, AZ 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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Electrical Technologies
Program Duration: 7 months
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!
Learn MoreOver $7,000,000 in Scholarships Available
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DEWALT Trades Scholarship
Stanley Black & Decker has established the DEWALT Trades Scholarship to assist individuals attending a two-year college or vocational-technical school.
SME Education Foundation Scholarship
The SME Education Foundation scholarship is for students pursuing an associate degree in manufacturing engineering technology or a closely related field at an accredited trade school.
Connex Foundation Scholarship
The Connex Foundation will award scholarships up to $5,000 each in 2025 to individuals pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
Message From the Campus President
Welcome to Tulsa Welding School (TWS)!
Our Dallas Metro campus is proud to train skilled trades professionals who help power Texas’ growing infrastructure. We are committed to providing hands-on training and career-focused education designed to help you secure an in-demand trade career and build a brighter future. With programs in Welding, HVAC/Refrigeration, and Electrical—all of which can be completed in under a year—our faculty, hands-on labs, and dedicated Career Services team are here to support your success every step of the way.
Warm regards,
Frequently Asked Questions
Trade School Training Programs offered at the Dallas, TX Campus include:
- Professional Welding Training
- Associate in Applied Science in Welding Inspection and Quality Management
- Refrigeration Technologies
- Electrical Technologies
Campus tours are a common way to see classrooms and labs before making a decision. Our Admissions Representatives can help schedule a visit and answer questions about programs, training spaces, and student support.
Sometimes. A number of states offer reciprocity for journeyman-level licenses, usually requiring the applicant to have held their original license in good standing for a minimum period and to submit proof of hours and exam results. Reciprocity agreements vary by state pair and are not universal.
Yes, TWS welcomes out-of-state students from all over the country. No matter where you’re coming from, the TWS faculty and staff are here to make the process and your stay as easy as possible.
Yes. The Career Services Department at TWS is here to help with the next steps, including assistance with:
- Preparing resumes
- Conducting employment searches
- Interview preparation
- Employer weld test preparation
- On campus employer recruitment testing for graduates
Tulsa Welding School does not offer 100% online classes. TWS has campuses in Tulsa, OK, Jacksonville, FL, Houston, TX, the Dallas Metro, TX, & the Atlanta Metro, GA and if you are not within commuting distance you will need to consider your ability and resources for relocation while attending training.
However, TWS does utilize a hybrid learning model where outside of in-person lab work and instruction, students are able to complete the theoretical portion of classes online.
Please reach out if you have any additional questions on how coursework is structured.
Credits earned at Tulsa Welding School (TWS) may not transfer to another educational institution. Credits earned at another educational institution may not be accepted by Tulsa Welding School. You should obtain confirmation that Tulsa Welding School will accept any credits you have earned at another educational institution before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement. You should also contact any educational institutions that you may want to transfer credits earned at Tulsa Welding School prior to executing an enrollment contract or agreement.
The ability to transfer credits from Tulsa Welding School to another educational institution may be very limited. Your credits may not transfer and you may have to repeat courses previously taken at Tulsa Welding School if you enroll in another educational institution. You should never assume that credits will transfer to or from any educational institution. It is highly recommended and you are advised to make certain that you know the transfer of credit policy of Tulsa Welding School and of any other educational institutions you may in the future want to transfer the credits earned at Tulsa Welding School before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement.
Graduates of the Associate of Occupational Studies degree program can apply to transfer their credits to the University of Phoenix (UOP) under an articulation agreement between the two institutions. This relationship allows TWS graduates to access higher-level education at UOP campuses across the country and around the world seamlessly and efficiently.
TWS has partnered with EDUrent to help you find the best student housing solution. EDUrent goes beyond standard property listings and can help you find roommates or even assist in raising money to help pay for your housing.
Options for housing include:
- Renting an apartment or house
- Sharing a living space with roommates
Learn more about how EDUrent can help you.
Graduate Reviews
Supportive Teachers & Strong Career Support
I had a great experience at Tulsa Welding School. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping students succeed. (Especially Mr. Earl) They take the time to make sure you understand both the hands-on skills and the technical knowledge needed in the field.
Mr.Langston in Career Services is awesome. He goes above and beyond to help with resumes, interview preparation, and connecting students with real job opportunities. You can tell he genuinely wants to see you succeed after graduation.
If you’re looking for a school with supportive teachers and a strong career support team, Tulsa Welding School is a great choice.
Jennifer Robles
Dallas Metro
Gino Gets 10 out of 5 Stars!
I just finished my second week of my second class (welding 110) I gotta say im having a blast and im really improving with the help of my instructor Gino. He is very hands on always willing to show demos and give tips and tricks to help us out. Would give Gino 10 out of 5 stars if I could.
Lucas Cheek
Dallas Metro
TWS Helps Improve my Craft
I am currently enrolled in this program and I have learned so much in these last 7 weeks (weekends, really)!! I had zero experience in welding before coming here and I have learned so much already!! My current instructor is very helpful and is able to identify what I am struggling with and explains what I need to do to improve my craft, thoroughly!! Shout out to Gino and Mr. Williams!!
Heather Taylor
Dallas Metro
How to Get Started
Whether you are ready to start ASAP or you are weighing your options, our team can help. We will answer all of your questions and help you make the right choice for your future.
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Discover Dallas, TX
From Tex-Mex staples to food truck parks and late-night BBQ joints, Dallas serves up bold flavors that reflect its diverse roots. Catch a live show in Deep Ellum, explore art in the Bishop Arts District, or spend the weekend at the legendary State Fair of Texas. As the largest inland metro in the U.S. and the ninth largest city nationwide, Dallas combines big-city energy with a strong sense of community. Come see why so many choose to call it home.
Sports
After you’re full, it’s time to head over to a SPORTING ARENA in the area to take in a game:
- Dallas Cowboys (NFL)
- Dallas Mavericks (NBA)
- Dallas Stars (NHL)
- Texas Rangers (MLB)
- FC Dallas (soccer)
Food & Drink in Dallas
Dallas offers a mix of global cuisine and Texas comfort food. Whether you’re in the mood for barbecue, burgers, or a night out at a local bar, you’ll find great spots across the city.
Local favorites for food:
- Terry Black’s BBQ
- Mike’s Chicken
- Aliva’s Mexican Restaurant
- Keller’s Drive-In
- Cattleack BBQ
Popular sports bars:
- The Rustic
- Frankie’s Downtown
- Press Box Grill
For All the Senses
Spread over 20 square blocks and encompassing 68 acres, the walkable downtown hub of creativity features award-winning museums, performing arts venues, restaurants, and bars.
Arts District
Hours of fun for lifelong learners!
- Crow Museum of Asian Art
- Perot Museum of Nature and Science
- Wyly Theatre
- Sammons Park
Local Brews
Explore Dallas’s growing taproom scene for local brews:
- Martin House Brewing Company
- Peticolas Brewing Company
- Manhattan Project Beer Company
- Oak Cliff Brewing Co.
- Celestial Beerworks
- Turning Point Beer
Coombs Creek Trail
South Dallas (Oak Cliff)
Gnomes in trees? Attempt your real life version of “I Spy” by walking down the side adjacent to the street sign. Are you up for the challenge?
The Graves of Bonnie & Clyde
Northwest Dallas & South Dallas
Believe it or not, both Bonnie and Clyde were buried in Dallas! You will find Bonnie Parker at Crown Hill Memorial Park, and Clyde Barrow is at Western Heights Cemetery.
Big Cedar Wilderness DORBA Trail
Southwest Dallas
Just minutes away from Cedar Ridge Preserve, Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA) created eight miles of hiking and biking trails around some awe-inspiring hills.
