Elevate for Humanity Career and Technical Institute provides workforce development and technical training services. Programs, funding eligibility, certification preparation, employer participation, and training availability may vary. Elevate for Humanity does not guarantee employment, certification issuance, wage outcomes, or licensure approval.

AWS D1.1 Certification

Welding Technology — AWS D1.1 certification in 10 weeks.

MIG, TIG, and stick welding on structural steel. AWS D1.1 tested by a Certified Welding Inspector. OSHA 10 included. WIOA and Next Level Jobs funding available.

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WIOA + Next Level Jobs eligible
AWS D1.1 — CWI proctored
OSHA 10 Construction
Welder pay $38K–$62K

Funding Available

Welding Certification

Welding certification covering MIG, TIG, and stick.

10 weeks20–25 hrs/week3 credentialsHybrid

Delivered directly by Elevate for Humanity.

$4,800

WIOA Eligible

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act — covers tuition for eligible Indiana residents through WorkOne.

Workforce Ready Grant

Indiana state grant covering tuition for high-demand programs. Eligibility determined through WorkOne.

FSSA IMPACT

Indiana Manpower Placement and Comprehensive Training — pays for training at no cost to current SNAP or TANF recipients. Contact FSSA at 800-403-0864 (press 3) or ask your DFR eligibility worker for a referral.

Self-Pay Available

Flexible payment plans, BNPL options, and income-share available.

New Applicant

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Program at a Glance

Answers workforce boards and applicants need before applying.

When do I start?

Rolling enrollment — next cohort date confirmed after application

Mon–Fri, 20–25 hours per week

How long does it take?

10 weeks · 20–25 hrs/week

10–14 participants per cohort

What credential do I earn?

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification — issued by American Welding Society

What job can I get?

Entry-Level Welder ($38,000–$48,000)

Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson MSA

What does it cost?

$4,800

Is funding available?

WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, FSSA IMPACT for eligible participants

Credentials You Earn

Each credential is issued by its certifying authority upon passing required exams or completing supervised hours — not by Elevate.

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification

Issued by American Welding Society — nationally recognized in this field

Industry-standard certification for structural steel welding. Testing administered by an AWS Authorized Test Facility (ATF) with a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Elevate coordinates scheduling.

Validity: 6 months (retest required)

OSHA 10 Construction

Issued by OSHA — nationally recognized in this field

Construction safety certification covering hazard recognition.

Validity: Recommended renewal every 5 years

CPR/AED/First Aid

Issued by American Heart Association — nationally recognized in this field

Emergency response certification.

Validity: 2 years

Full credential disclosure and issuing-authority mapping

Training to Employment Pathway

How this program connects instruction, credentialing, employers, and wages — the sequence workforce boards use to evaluate programs.

Step 1 · Training
10 weeks · Mon–Fri, 20–25 hours per week
Step 2 · Credential
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification (American Welding Society)
Step 3 · Experience
Hands-on lab and/or clinical or work-based practice
Step 4 · Employer pathway
Introductions to partners including Indianapolis-area fabrication shops
Step 5 · Entry role & wage
Entry-Level Welder · $38,000–$48,000
Step 6 · Advancement
Structural Welder ($48,000–$62,000)

Employment is not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on individual performance, credential attainment, and local labor market conditions.

$38,000–$85,000

Typical wage range

210 hrs

Total training hours

3 credentials

Industry recognized

2% (slower than average)

Job growth (2024)

Aligned with:AWS D1.1 Structural Welding CodeWIOA Title I

Full Workforce Pathway

Built for agency deployment: intake to wage outcome in one system.

Step 1

Eligibility & Intake

Funding and readiness screening to start the right track immediately.

Step 2

Training & Assessments

Structured modules, lessons, and checkpoints in a tracked LMS path.

Step 3

Credential

Industry credential completion plus verifiable training records.

Step 4

Employer Placement

Placement support through named employer partners and matching workflow.

Step 5

Wage Outcome

Target entry wages aligned to $38,000–$85,000.

What You'll Learn

Full curriculum broken down by module. Every topic is covered in class and assessed before you advance.

Welding Fundamentals

·Safety and PPE
·Joint types and positions
·Electrode selection
·Metal identification

SMAW (Stick Welding)

·E6010 and E7018 electrodes
·Flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions
·Root pass and fill techniques
·Weld defect identification

GMAW (MIG Welding)

·Wire feed setup and gas selection
·Short circuit and spray transfer
·Multi-pass welding
·Aluminum MIG basics

GTAW (TIG Welding)

·Tungsten selection and preparation
·Carbon steel and stainless steel
·Filler rod techniques
·Gas lens and cup selection

Blueprint Reading

·Welding symbols
·Dimensional tolerances
·Material specifications
·Weld procedure specifications (WPS)

How You Can Start

Choose the path that fits your situation.

There's a path to enrollment whether you qualify for funding or not. We'll help you figure out which one.

Lowest Cost Path

Workforce-Funded Training

Must reside in Indiana

Federal and Indiana state workforce funding may cover 100% of tuition, books, and exam fees for eligible Indiana residents. We help you apply for every option you qualify for.

WorkOneWIOATrade ActSNAP E&TJRI

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Free to apply · no payment today · takes 2 minutes

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Self-Pay — All States

$4,800tuition

Enroll immediately without waiting for funding approval. Payment plans, BNPL (Klarna, Afterpay, Zip), and income-share options available.

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Self-pay options

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Not in Indiana or not currently funding-eligible? Talk to an advisor about self-pay and payment plan options — we'll map the right next step in about 10 minutes.

Next Step

Apply Now Request Information Indiana Career Connect

Start your workforce funding application online at Indiana Career Connect, or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to complete eligibility intake. WorkOne — not your training provider — approves WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant vouchers.

Funding & How to Start

Workforce funding may be available

Indiana ETPL-listed. WIOA Title I and WRG funding available for eligible Indiana residents.

WIOAWorkforce Ready GrantFSSA IMPACT

Is this program fundable?

Yes — for eligible Indiana residents

Federal and state workforce programs may cover tuition, tools, and certification fees when you are approved. Eligibility is decided by WorkOne or your workforce agency — not by Elevate for Humanity.

Self-pay option: $4,800 — $0 with WIOA or Next Level Jobs funding. Self-pay: $4,800 or payment plan.

How workforce funding works →

Indiana Career Connect

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How to start the funding process

Go to Indiana Career Connect online or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to begin eligibility intake.

1
Start online at Indiana Career Connect
Create or sign in at Indiana Career Connect and search for "Elevate for Humanity" as your training provider.
2
Or visit your nearest WorkOne career center
WorkOne staff complete the WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant eligibility assessment. Funding approval happens at WorkOne — not at your training school.
3
Complete eligibility with a WorkOne case manager
Bring ID and employment history. Your case manager determines whether you qualify for an Individual Training Account (ITA) voucher.
4
Enroll after your training voucher is approved
Return to Elevate with your WorkOne authorization to finish enrollment. Approved students often pay $0 for tuition and certification fees.

Indiana Career Connect (online)Find nearest WorkOne center

Employer Proof & Placement Pipeline

This pathway is aligned to active hiring demand. Placement follows intake profile matching, employer-ready credential completion, and supported introductions.

Named Employer Partners

Indianapolis-area fabrication shops
Construction contractors
Manufacturing employers

Placement Pipeline

Intake profile maps learner goals, schedule, and funding pathway.
Training milestones and credentials are tracked to completion.
Employer introductions are prioritized for interview-ready graduates.
Placement support continues through first wage outcome reporting window.

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Start Your Welding Certification Journey

Free to apply · No payment required · An advisor will contact you within 1 business day

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$0 with WIOA or Next Level Jobs funding

Your path from application to career

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