Looking to start a stable, high-demand career with strong earning potential? The Best Chance Welding Training Program offers a no-cost, hands-on opportunity to build real-world skills and take the first step toward a rewarding future in welding.
Program Overview
This in-depth 6-week training program is designed to prepare participants with the practical knowledge and experience needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
- Start Date: May 11
- Info Session: April 29
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Cost: Free to eligible participants
What You’ll Gain
Participants in the program will benefit from:
- Hands-on training
- Development of real-world, job-ready welding skills
- Supportive services, including stipends for eligible individuals
- Guidance and career preparation to support long-term success
Why Choose Welding?
Welding offers a strong pathway to a reliable and well-paying career:
- High demand across multiple industries
- Competitive wages and opportunities for advancement
- A clear path to long-term employment
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be eligible to apply for a welding apprenticeship with earning potential of $25+/hour.
Who Should Apply?
The Best Chance program is designed to support second-chance and re-entering adults, as well as justice-involved youth, by providing:
- Case management
- Career readiness support
- Skills training
- Connections to employment opportunities
Take the First Step
Spots are limited for this program. Don’t miss your chance to gain valuable skills and launch a new career path.
Join the upcoming info session on April 29 to learn more and get started.
The welding program is made possible in part by Capital Workforce Partners and supported by funding from the U.S. and Connecticut Departments of Labor. $24,101, or 33%, is supported by US DOL Pathway Home funding passed through Career Resources, Inc., and the balance of $48,204, or 67%, is supported by the CT Department of Labor. This publication does not express the views of the DOL or the State of Connecticut. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors.