The Importance of Professional Development for Welding Instructors

Through 2029, the United States will need an estimated 320,500 new welding professionals (Ref. 1). Welding is foundational to the U.S. economy. It directly supports the construction of ships, steel-framed buildings, bridges, and critical infrastructure, and it indirectly sustains industries such as oil and gas, where processing equipment relies heavily on welded components. From transportation systems to telecommunication towers, nearly every part of our lives is impacted by welded products.

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