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ELEVATE YOUR TEACHING WITH AWS TRAIN THE TRAINER 2025
Enhance Your Expertise. Advance Your Career.
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: $1,500
Non-member: $2,000
Early Bird Discount: Save $200 when you register now through April 21, 2025!
Schedule
June 16–20, 2025
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Kentucky Welding Institute (KWI)
1828 Maysville Rd, Flemingsburg, KY 41041
Course Length
Approximately 40 hours
40 PDHs | 4 CEUs
Course Details
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- 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
This course is ideal for:
- New and experienced welding educators
- Instructors from SENSE Schools, EIMs, secondary & post-secondary institutions
- Educators looking to revamp or start a welding program
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Includes: Continental breakfast, lunch, PPE
Dress Code: Jeans, welding boots, and a long-sleeved cotton shirt
UPCOMING SESSIONS
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 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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What is the cost of the event?$1,500 (Member) | $2,000 (Non-Member) | $200 Early Bird Discount Available Through April 21, 2025!
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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.
Comprehensive Support for Your Learning Journey
Whether you're encountering a technical glitch or seeking clarity on course content, our dedicated support team is here to ensure your learning experience is smooth and enriching.
Navigate to our Customer Service page and utilize the convenient dropdown menu to select the specific assistance you require, and a member of our team will help you.
Navigate to our Customer Service page and utilize the convenient dropdown menu to select the specific assistance you require, and a member of our team will help you.