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Merrill Institute

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Merrill Institute

Our program is 12 weeks M-F 8:00 - 4:30. 85% of our program is hands on.

The Merrill Institute is an AWS Accredited welding school that teaches students to be proficient with the most common arc welding processes and thermal cutting applications. The Merrill Institute is a world class manufacturing centric training and education organization in Alma, Michigan, established in 2011. We have the experience and agility to design and develop curriculums which support curren

t and future industry needs. We provide students the foundation for a successful career, with real world, experiential, project focused training utilizing state-of-the-art machines and equipment to develop the competencies and capabilities required of employers. The Merrill Institute prepares students who wish to enter the manufacturing industry with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet current industry demands. Our instructors are some of the most talented professionals in the industry who provide real world application, expertise and promote a safe work environment.

08/21/2026

Meet our Welding Instructor, Rayann!

From student, to welder, to instructor, Rayann's career has come full circle. Now, she is helping the next generation of welders build their skills, confidence, and careers.

Thank you, Rayann for all that you do!

08/14/2026

Inside the Booth!

Every component has a purpose – from keeping welders safe to creating an efficient workspace for hands-on training. Understanding your workspace is one of the first steps toward becoming a skilled, confident welder.

🔥Learn more – merrillinstitute.com

08/12/2026

🧑‍🏭Welder Wednesday spotlight – Justin!

From building welding skills in the classroom to putting them to work in the industry, we’re proud to see our graduates succeed.

Learn more about our 12-week Welding program at merrillinstitute.com

08/05/2026

Behind every successful welding program is a leader who believes in their students.

Meet our Director, Jason North, he is committed to providing hands-on training, industry knowledge, and the support students need to succeed. 🔥

07/31/2026

Your future starts here! Check out our course outline to see the skills you will learn during our 12-week program.

07/29/2026

From serving our nation to building its future. Veterans your next opportunity starts here. Enroll in our 12-week welding program and start a career built to last.

https://www.merrillinstitute.com/

07/21/2026

Our Summer Semester embarked on their 12-week weld journey with us on June 26th, 2026. Our students have been working hard in the lab to complete two performance tests with Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).

They will be moving onto their next welding process at the start of next week and will explore techniques with the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process. This class is full of hard workers, and they are showing amazing drive and determination to complete their performance testing.

Stay tuned for updates as they navigate their way through the GMAW process.

07/15/2026

Fall Semester is quickly approaching, there is 8 weeks left to enroll!

Apply today at merrillinstitute.com to spark your welding career👨‍🏭

07/10/2026

Merrill Institute is proud to offer state-of-the-art, hands-on welding training since being founded in 2011 in Alma, Michigan.

If you, or someone you know, is interested in pursuing a career in welding – apply today at https://www.merrillinstitute.com/

07/08/2026

🔥Welder Wednesday🔥

Meet Faelyn! A 2025 Merrill Institute Graduate who is now employed at Keel.

Know a graduate we should feature? Let us know!

Address

520 Republic Avenue
Alma, MI
48801

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.merrillinstitute.com/

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