A New Weld-Ed Survey Highlights the Current State of Welding Education

A New Weld-Ed Survey Highlights the Current State of Welding Education
April 2024
By: W. RICHARD POLANIN

The U.S. economy relies on manufacturing, construction, and maintenance to ensure economic health. So far this year, the United States unemployment rate has remained stable, with historic lows hovering around 3.7% (Ref. 1). However, even with the positive employment rates nationwide, there is still a need for 360,000 welding professionals through 2027 (Ref. 2). The welding industry needs skilled workers at all levels. This article explores workforce development efforts nationwide and the needs of and support availa..

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