Welder Apprenticeship

GCSE Grade 3/D in English or maths

or

Functional Skills Level 1 or above in maths and English.

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive confirmation of completing a NOCN Level 2 Welder Apprenticeship at Newcastle College.

• Safe working and safety procedures with welding equipment
• Interpreting welding data and technical drawings
• Set-up, operation and adjustment of welding controls
• Weld inspections for surface dimensions and weld quality.

• Group work
• Technical training
• Industry-relevant discussion projects
• Practical projects.

• Practical assessment with questions
• Portfolio of evidence
• Closed-book multiple choice tests
• Interview.

English and maths is taught alongside this course to help students enhance their skills if they were not able to achieve a GCSE grade 4/C or above previously.

The course will help you build on your skills in a practical setting. You will learn how to use time-management in efficiency calculations in the workplace, and improve your written and verbal skills when completing job card evidence and dealing with customer and colleague requests.

After completing this apprenticeship successfully, you can progress into industry on jobs such as a welding technician, welding engineer or fabricator, among other options. You could also opt to specialise in key areas, including underwater welding or aerospace welding, depending on your interests. You may also progress onto a Level 3 Metal Fabricator or Level 3 Plate Welder apprenticeship at Newcastle College.

There are different rates of pay for apprentices depending on your age and what year of your apprenticeship you’re in. You will be paid at least the National Minimum Wage apprentice rate for your age.