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Train the Trainer Welding Educator Program
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ELEVATE YOUR WELDING INSTRUCTIONS SKILLS: TRAIN THE TRAINER 2026
Empower your teaching with hands-on welding instructor training, proven teaching methodologies, and AWS expertise.
Ready to elevate your welding instruction skills? Join us for an immersive week-long Train the Trainer course designed for welding educators and professionals. This comprehensive training equips you with advanced teaching strategies, practical skills, and curriculum development tools across multiple welding processes including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW.
Whether you're new to teaching or looking to refresh and enhance your approach, this course provides the tools, techniques, and confidence to lead a high-quality welding education program.
AT A GLANCE
Price
Member: $1,545
Non-member: $2,060
Non-member: $2,060
Schedule
May 11-15 - San Diego, CA
June 15-19 - Baytown, TX
July 6-10 - Flemingsburg, KY
December 7-11 - Flemingsburg, KY
June 15-19 - Baytown, TX
July 6-10 - Flemingsburg, KY
December 7-11 - Flemingsburg, KY
Course Length
Approximately 40 hours
40 PDHs | 4 CEUs
40 PDHs | 4 CEUs
WHY TRAIN THE TRAINER?
WHY TRAIN THE TRAINER?
Teaching welding isn’t just about skills—it’s about inspiring the next generation of welders. AWS’s Train the Trainer 2026 workshops provide welding instructors with the tools, techniques, and confidence to deliver effective, consistent, and engaging welding instruction.
Course Details
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Training Overview
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Why Attend?
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What you’ll learn
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Who Should Attend
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What to Expect
This training provides welding educators with structured teaching methodologies and hands-on experience in both classroom and shop settings. Participants will connect with educators from SENSE schools, EIMs, and post-secondary programs while strengthening their professional credibility through AWS and KWI recognition. PPE and equipment are provided; attendees should wear jeans, welding boots, and long-sleeved cotton shirts.
- Enhance Your Teaching Skills Master instructional strategies to engage students and refine your delivery.
- Hands-On Training Apply real-world welding scenarios to strengthen practical teaching methods.
- Industry Alignment Ensure your program meets AWS SENSE standards.
- Expand Your Network Connect with welding educators nationwide to exchange ideas and best practices.
- Expert-Led Instruction Learn from AWS Education experts with extensive industry experience.
Through a balanced mix of classroom instruction and hands-on shop experience, you’ll learn how to:
- Implement and enforce safety practices
- Interpret drawings and welding symbols effectively.
- Design impactful welding lesson plans and curriculum
- Deliver in-depth instruction across carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
- Prepare trainees for welder performance qualification exams
- Conduct weld inspections and apply SkillsUSA standards in the classroom
- Dive into cutting-edge instruction for SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW
- Welding instructors and educators at secondary and post-secondary institutions
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Industry professionals responsible for training and mentoring welders
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New instructors seeking foundational teaching strategies
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Experienced educators looking to refresh and enhance their instructional approach
- Professionals involved in curriculum development across SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW
The training will be offered in four in-person sessions held at different locations throughout the year. Each session will take place over a five-day period. The scheduled sessions are May 11–15 in San Diego, CA; June 15–19 in Baytown, TX; July 6–10 in Flemingsburg, KY; and December 7–11 in Flemingsburg, KY.
- Hands-on training sessions led by experienced AWS instructors.
- Interactive group exercises and collaborative learning.
- Real-world takeaways you can apply immediately in your classroom.
Includes: Continental breakfast, lunch, PPE
Dress Code: Jeans, welding boots, and a long-sleeved cotton shirt
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UPCOMING SESSIONS
Mastering Welding Excellence
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
ROBERT CURTIS PEASE
Robert Curtis Pease is a seasoned welding educator and Director of Education at Kentucky Welding Institute, where he has spent over 20 years equipping students with industry-recognized certifications and hands-on skills. A U.S. Army National Guard veteran and AWS Certified Welding Educator, Robert has championed the integration of the AWS SENSE Level I program and continues to lead innovative efforts in welding education and workforce readiness.
ASHLEY APPLEGATE
Ashley Applegate is an AWS CWI, CWE, and CW with over 30 years of welding experience—from running his own company to currently serving as Director of Training / Industry Liaison for Kentucky Welding Institute.
Why Welding Educators Love AWS Train the Trainer | Real Reviews from Participants
💬 What’s it really like to attend AWS Train the Trainer? Hear directly from welding instructors who experienced it first-hand at the training which took place at @Kentucky Welding Institute.
From blueprint reading and AWS SENSE certification prep to hands-on skill building and classroom strategies—this training is built for educators who want to elevate their teaching and student outcomes.
📍 Next session: Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026
📍 Location: Kentucky Welding Institute
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- ✅ Built for instructors
- ✅ Hands-on & classroom-ready
- ✅ Designed to align with AWS SENSE
WHY CHOOSE AWS?
AWS is a leader in welding education, offering CEU-certified training and professional development opportunities. With expert-led instruction and industry-recognized certifications, AWS helps professionals gain the skills they need to succeed and advance in their careers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I register for Train the Trainer 2026?Registration is completed through My AWS Portal. Simply select your preferred session, complete the registration form, and follow the prompts to secure your spot.
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What is the cost of the event?$1,545 (Member) | $2,060 (Non-Member)
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Do I need to bring my own equipment?No, all PPE and equipment are provided. Please wear jeans, welding boots, and a long-sleeved cotton shirt.
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Can I attend if I’m new to teaching?Yes! This program is designed for both new and experienced instructors, providing valuable insights for all levels.
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What are CEUs, and how do they apply to this training sessionCEUs (Continuing Education Units) are credits earned through professional development activities. This training session is CEU-certified, meaning you will earn valuable credits upon completion, enhancing your career development and qualifications.
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Who is eligible to attend Train the Trainer 2026?Any welding instructor, educator, or professional teaching welding in a formal program, including those in SENSE schools, EIMs, high schools, colleges, and CTE programs.
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What will I gain from attending Train the Trainer?Participants will master teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and curriculum development, gain hands-on welding instructor training, and leave with practical strategies to immediately enhance welding instruction skills.
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What is included in the program?All PPE and welding equipment are provided. Attendees also receive hands-on training, instructional materials, and access to expert guidance from AWS & KWI instructors.
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How long is the Train the Trainer workshop?The program is a week-long immersive course, combining classroom instruction with shop-based hands-on exercises for real-world teaching experience.
Comprehensive Support for Your Learning Journey
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Navigate to our Learning Support page and utilize the form to select the specific assistance you require, and a member of our team will help you.