Our mission is to equip each student with the skills needed to enter the welding trade.
04/29/2026
Many of our students qualify for free welding training through Michigan Works! Check with your local office and see if you are eligible for financial assistance.
www.wct-detroit.com
https://www.michiganworks.org/
Welding courses for novice and advanced Training courses for welders. AWS Qualifications in GMAW (Mig), SMAW (Stick), GTAW (Tig). Businesses welcome.
04/27/2026
We have upgraded our equipment wth new welders from Esab. These are welcome additions to our existing Miller Welders. All are capable of running SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welding classes.
04/24/2026
Summer sessions for Welding 101 (GMAW) and Welding 102 (SMAW) are open for enrollment.
02/25/2026
Celebrating 2 years with Darius as part of the team. A talented welder, and a patient instructor. Great to have you with us.
12/15/2023
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/reasons-to-become-welder
12 Reasons To Become a Welder (Plus Tips for Becoming One) | Indeed.com Learn about what welding is, the skills required to be a welder, 12 reasons for pursuing a career as a welder and some tips for entering the industry.
07/13/2023
Going to check out the wonderful welded works at ScrapFest 13
ScrapFest 13 Info & Schedule — ScrapFest ScrapFest 13 Info & Schedule
07/12/2023
https://www.mckenziebanner.com/stories/ninness-welder,51494
In my experience, women make some of the finest welders. In fact, our founder Don Martin was so impressed with Lily Melekian's welds, we hired her to teach!
Lillian Ninness Breaks Barriers as Female Welder - The Mckenzie Banner Welding is often considered a man’s trade, but Lillian Ninness is here to change that. The 2023 Huntingdon High School graduate is one of two women in her welding class at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie (TCAT), but she won’t let that stop her from chasing her passion.
06/25/2023
Interesting article about welder salaries on ZipRecruiter. Although MI average is $18 per hour, the Detroit area reports significantly higher. With average hourly pay at $22.87 (as of June 2023), now is a great time to be a welder in Detroit!
We have classes starting soon, if you like the idea of working with steel and making a great living, get started here!
Welder Salary in Michigan: Hourly Rate (June, 2023) How much do Welder jobs pay in Michigan per hour? The average hourly pay for a Welder job in Michigan is $18.03 an hour. Hourly salary ($11.79 to $26.20).
05/26/2023
Great article to help choose your path to a career in welding.
Welding | Trade Talks Learn a skilled trade. Welding is always a high demand trade career and essential skill to a number of career paths and opportunities.
05/21/2023
🔥 Attention job seekers! 🔥
Ready to ignite your career? Welding is the key to unlocking a world of employment opportunities!
Become a welder and secure your future in a high-demand industry. From construction to manufacturing, energy to automotive, skilled welders are in high demand in Michigan. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to critical infrastructure projects and witnessing your work come to life.
In addition to competitive wages, welding offers stability, growth, and advancement prospects. With ongoing technological advancements, there's always something new to learn, ensuring your skills stay in-demand throughout your career.
Don't miss out on a chance to be part of an exciting field that shapes the world around us. Fuel your ambition, spark your career, and embrace the rewarding path of welding!