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Welding apprentices learn both theory and practical skills, including how to set up, use and maintain the equipment required for a variety of welding and cutting processes. Strong emphasis is also placed on the theory related to each welding process. Topics covered include

  • basic metallurgy
  • weld profiles
  • welding symbols
  • weld procedures
  • weld faults
  • working with applicable codes
  • math
  • blueprint reading
  • pattern development
  • rigging

Distance Delivery

The NAIT Welding Distance Delivery Program offers Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT)-certified training in all 3 years of the welding apprenticeship. This option enables apprentices to complete their training without leaving home or missing work as much as is normally required. An apprentice can transfer seamlessly from the distance program to the following year at a certified instititution or vice versa.

NAIT has offered welder training since 1967. NAIT's focus on hands-on training and our commitment to keeping up-to-date with industry trends ensure that we are in the forefront of trades training worldwide.

Entrance Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Recommended Path - Alberta High School Diploma with: English 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 20 or Chemistry 20 or Science 20.
  • Minimum Requirements - Successful completion of: English 10-2, Math 10-3, a pass mark in all 5 GED tests or Entrance Exam.

Non-Academic Requirements

You must currently be employed in the trade. If you are not, you must first find an employer willing to hire an apprentice, then contact Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training to become a registered apprentice.

PPE Requirements: Safety glasses, CSA approved work boots, welding gloves and helmet, cutting googles, 100% cotton welding smock/lab coat and kevlar protective sleeves.

Fees & Expenses

Period One

  • Tuition: $772.00
  • Books & Supplies: $374.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $130.00
  • Athletic Fee: $37.60

Period Two

  • Tuition: $772.00
  • Books & Supplies: $196.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $130.00
  • Athletic Fee: $37.60

Period Three

  • Tuition: $772.00
  • Books & Supplies: $170.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $130.00
  • Athletic Fee: $37.60

Other Fee Information

Get information on refund policies and parking on the Apprenticeship Fees and Expenses page.

Scholarships & Bursaries

Name Value Available
Canadian Welding Association - Edmonton Chapter - Fall$250 1

Available to students enrolled in the final year of the Welding apprenticeship program. The award will be granted on the basis of the highest standing in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the program.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Fall. [hide detail]

Clayton Crawford Award (2) - Fall$500 2

Available to first, second, and third year apprentices enrolled in the Welding Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement, work habits, quality of work and technical skills.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Fall. [hide detail]

Dacro Industries Inc. - Sandy Colleton Memorial Award - Fall$600 1

Available to students enrolled in the first and second year of the Welding apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the program, as well as work habits, quality of work, and technical skills. Preference will be given to Alberta residents.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Fall. [hide detail]

Mark Jeske Memorial Bursary - Apprenticeship $500 1

Available to students of the Welding Apprenticeship or Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship programs. Awarded on the basis of financial need with preference given to graduates of McNally Composite High School currently attending NAIT.

Deadline: 10/26/2012

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

CN Scholarship for Women$600 1

Available to women who have been accepted for the fall semester into a program of study in trades, technology or operations. Applicants must demonstrate their desire for a career in trades, technology or operations by providing a brief description of their career interests and a letter of recommendation. The scholarship is for women of all ages; the recipient may be re-entering the school system as a mature student or continuing her education. Completed application forms must be returned to the Scholarships & Bursaries Office, Room O101.

Deadline: 10/15/2012

Applications: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at CN. [hide detail]

Clayton Crawford Award (1) - Fall $500 2

Available to first, second, and third year apprentices enrolled in the Welding Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement, work habits, quality of work and technical skills.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Fall. [hide detail]

Northway Pontiac Buick GMC Ltd. Apprenticeship Award$1000 2

Available to an apprenticeship student attending NAIT in any apprenticeship program who is from Redwater High School and who is in the RAP program.

Application: None required. The Redwater High School selects recipient. [hide detail]

Dowland Contracting Ltd. Apprenticeship Scholarship$1000 2

Available to students enrolled in the first year of the Carpenter, Electrician, Millwright, Steamfitter/ Pipefitter and Welder apprenticeship programs at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement and leadership skills as demonstrated by community involvement. Preference may be given to students of Aboriginal decent.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake I$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 10/26/2012

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake IV$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 4/26/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships March 4. [hide detail]

Evraz Inc. NA Canada Apprenticeship Bursary$2000 1

Available to First Nation or Métis students in the first, second, third or fourth year of apprenticeship training in the following programs: Electrician, Millwright, and Welding. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

PCL Century of Construction Excellence Awards - Welder - Summer$2000 1

Available to a student enrolled in either the second or third year of study in the Welder Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement, future potential in the field of operation or employment, and leadership qualities.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Summer. [hide detail]

Pembina Pipeline Corporation Welding Bursary I$500 1

Available to first year students in the Welding Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Pembina Pipeline Corporation Welding Bursary II$500 1

Available to third year students in the Welding Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Strike Energy Services Inc. Bursary - Welding$500 1

Available to apprenticeship students in the second year of the Welding Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement, financial need, and community service/volunteer work.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Metal Fabricators and Welding Ltd. Bursary$1500 1

Available to students enrolled in the third year of the Welder Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of financial need and satisfactory academic achievement in the third year.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Metal Fabricators and Welding Ltd. Scholarship $1500 1

Available to students enrolled in the third year of the Welder Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in the third year.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Applications: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

The Right Honourable Don Mazankowski Apprenticeship Scholarship, sponsored by Dale Laniuk$500 1

Available to apprenticeship students in their second year of the Boilermaker, Crane & Hoisting Equipment Operator, Gasfitter, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Machinist, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Structural Steel & Plate Fitter, or Welder Apprenticeship programs. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in their second year in both their NAIT and Provincial exams.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake II$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 12/14/2012

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships October 29. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake III$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 3/1/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships January 2. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake V$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships April 29. [hide detail]

The Princess Auto Foundation Bursary$2500 4

Available to students enrolled in the Automotive Service Technician, Electrician, and Welding Apprenticeship programs. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in the previous year of training.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell/Rotella & HDDC Heavy Duty Technician Scholarship$2500 6

Available to students in transport-related programs including mechanics, welding, engineering technology, and technician programs. Students must be in their second year and enrolled full time in a program at a Canadian Association of Motive Power Educators institution leading to a career in road transport (www.campe.ca). Students must submit a copy of their first year transcripts indicating a minimum "B" letter-grade average, with no "D" or "F" letter-grades. Students must submit one reference letter from a first year program instructor commenting on their degree of commitment and enthusiasm for life-long learning. Students must submit their responses to an essay question. One award will be presented annually to six students, one from each of the following regions: British Columbia, Alberta/Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan/Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Atlantic Provinces.

Deadline: 11/30/2012

Apply to: Application forms are available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at Shell Canada Limited. [hide detail]

Trimac Transportation Welding Bursary - Spring$1500 1

Available to a student enrolled in the fourth year of the Welder Apprenticeship program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of top academic achievement in the fourth year of the program.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Spring. [hide detail]

For general application and special selections, ranging from $500 to $5,000, see Scholarships & Bursaries.

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Apprenticeship Grants

The federal government offers cash grants for eligible apprentices in Red Seal trades.

  • Apprenticeship Incentive Grant
  • Apprenticeship Completion Grant

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