American Welding Society SENSE Level 1

The Merrill Institute has offered its students comprehensive, state-of-the-art, hands-on welding training since it was founded in 2011. Located within the fabrication facilities of MERRILL, our students have the unique opportunity to see a live, working manufacturing plant in action as they learn from AWS-certified Instructors and Educators. In just 12 weeks, graduates will develop the skills and knowledge required to embark on a successful career in welding. Every student who completes the Merrill Institute program will leave with the confidence and tools they need to excel in today’s challenging workplaces.

ABOUT THE JOB

Why choose us...Small class sizesPrograms that meet individual and business needsHelp setting goals…and meeting themOpportunities and established connectionsWidely recognized certificationsJob placement assistanceWe’re dedicated to your success — from day one throughout your entire career. Our “failure is not an option” philosophy means that we not only provide you with tools, resources and knowledge, but that our instructors will work with you if you need additional hands-on coaching. And that philosophy doesn’t end after you leave the classroom. It will follow you through graduation and into your future.We are committed to ensuring that every student successfully completes and graduates our program — and we want to see you established in a career:We assist students with resume and cover letter writing for a professional, polished end resultStudents participate in mock job interviews to help them put their best foot forwardMerrill Institute holds a Reverse Career Fair where students have the opportunity to showcase their best work to potential employers, who visit each student, share information about their companies and even hold initial interviews on-the-spotOur instructors offer job placement guidance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in hands-on training in welding labs
• Engage in classroom learning
• Showcase work to potential employers at the Reverse Career Fair
• Undergo mock job interviews

QUALIFICATIONS

• No previous experience needed
• Score 70% or better on a written assessment test
• Demonstrate good hand-eye coordination
• Show proficiency with hand-tool dexterity

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

There’s no previous experience neededWe require a 70% or better on our written assessment test and we will also measure your hand-eye coordination and your hand-tool dexterityThe certification course meets for 12 weeks, Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pmYou’ll spend 85% of the time doing hands-on training in our welding labs, and just 15% in a classroom

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

BENEFITS

• Small class sizes
• Programs tailored to individual and business needs
• Goal setting and achievement support
• Opportunities and connections in the industry
• Widely recognized certifications
• Job placement assistance
• Resume and cover letter writing assistance

OTHER

All personal protective equipment, welding consumables, welding material, tools, and welding book are included in the tuition cost. Tuition cost will need to covered by the service member's G.I Bill. The application fee will be waived for service members and veterans.