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Welding Training Programs in Camarillo, Ca
VCOE's Career Education Center

Launch or advance your welding career with the Ventura County Office of Education’s hands-on training programs at our Career Education Center in Camarillo, CA. Designed for high school students and adults, our affordable courses, led by expert instructors, will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. 

Why Choose VCOE’s Welding Training?
  • Hands-On Learning: Master skills through practical training in our state-of-the-art facility.
  • Flexible Programs: Tailored courses for students exploring careers and adults seeking career growth.
  • Career-Focused Training: Gain expertise aligned with employer and industry needs in construction, manufacturing, piping and processing, and more.
  • Certification Opportunities:
    • High School course include up to four certification exams. 
    • Adult courses include access to free or significantly discounted certification exams.

Ready to start welding? Enroll in our Camarillo training programs today!

High School Welding Program

Perfect for students who are new to welding, this course builds foundational skills in material cutting and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), emphasizing welding safety, theory, and hands-on practice, preparing you for AWS Certification and entry-level jobs.

Adult - Intro to Welding

Designed for beginners or career changers, this program focuses on welding safety, welding theory, cutting processes, and SMAW (stick welding). Advanced students may progress to GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), or FCAW as skill and time permit, setting you up for certification or entry-level roles.

Adult-Advanced Welding

Tailored for experienced welders, this course provides ample practice time to refine skills in your preferred welding processes, preparing you for advanced roles or industry certifications.

Upcoming CEC Adult Welding Classes

Adult Introduction to Welding

  • Next Start: 
    • Session 1- August 14 (Full)
    • Session 2 - October 9 (Full)
    • Session 3 - January 8 (Applications open Oct. 5, 2026)
  • Schedule: 
  • Cost: $1,500 per session 
  • Details: Beginner-friendly; instructor-led hands-on training covering Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) theory and fundamentals. Includes OSHA 10-hour training and two (2) AWS Certification Tests. Progression to GMAW, FCAW, or GTAW is available based on skill. 
  • Link to Register: Career Training Programs for Adults

 

Adult Advanced Welding

  • Next Start: 
    • Semester 1: August 11, 2026 to December 17, 2026 (Full)
    • Semester 2 - January 5, 2027 to June 3, 2027 (Applications open Oct. 5, 2026)
  • Schedule:
    • Full Semester (Jan. to Jun 2026)
    • Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    • See CEC Adult Welding Calendar for more info.
  • Cost: $800 per Semester (72 hours of shop time)
  • Details: Self-guided booth time for experienced welders to refine skills. Does not include curriculum or classroom instruction. Provides access to discounted certification exams (50% off standard pricing).
  • Link to Register: Career Training Programs for Adults

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Self-Paced and Pay-As-You-Go Opportunity

Technical Booth Rental & Skill Advancement

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This is not a classroom/CTE course - skip the lecture, master the craft.
A self-paced experience for those who learn by doing.

  • Availability: Open Schedule (Start anytime)
  • Schedule: (Rental blocks utilized during the following shop hours)
    • Morning: Mon-Thurs | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    • Daytime: Fridays | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full)
    • Evening: Tue/Thu | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Full)
  • Cost: 16 and 32-hour Value Bundles available, see below:

Option

Total Hours

Rate

Best For...

Starter Bundle

16 Hours

$225

2 full Fridays or 1 month of evening sessions.

Pro Bundle

32 Hours

$400

4 full Fridays or 2 months of evening sessions.

 

  • Details: A flexible, pay-as-you-go facility rental for independent learners. This non-instructional model provides professional booth access, equipment, consumables, and carbon steel material for self-guided practice.
  • Enhancements: Users are encouraged to utilize optional resources like Miller Openbook™ outside of shop hours to enhance their theoretical understanding and proficiency.
  • Safety Requirement: Requires review/acceptance of ANSI Z49.1 Safety requirements, or completion of the Miller Openbook™ ANSI Z49.1 Safety module before booth access is granted.
  • Note: This is a facility rental model; it does not include academic credit, certificates of completion, or job placement services.
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