Arkansas Welding Academy

Jacksonville, AR
1920 North Redmond Road, Jacksonville, AR 72076
501-982-9353

The Arkansas Welding Academy (AWA) is a state-licensed, private welding school located in Jacksonville, Arkansas. The school was founded in 2008 by welding instructor and business owner, Jerry Payne. The school offers both welding certification and Associates Degree programs. The Associates Degree program is a two-year program that includes general education courses along with welding courses. The welding certification program is a one-year program that focuses solely on welding. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The school’s mission is to provide quality welding education that prepares students for successful careers in the welding industry. The school has a high job placement rate, with many of its graduates going on to work in the welding industry. The school offers a variety of welding courses, including welding safety, welding processes, welding symbols, and welding projects. The school also offers a variety of welding certifications, including the American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Educator (CWE) certification, the AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, and the AWS Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) certification. The school’s faculty is experienced and certified, and the school’s facilities are well-equipped. The school also has an active Student Government Association (SGA) that organizes various events and activities for the students.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 28

Acceptance Rate: 78.95%

Type: Private for-profit, less-than 2-year

Main Website: https://www.arkansasweldingacademy.com/

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