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Be Part of the Future of Welding
Be Part of the Future of Welding
This is your time.
You can take your next step by becoming a member of the American Welding Society. Learn more about the benefits of the different kinds of AWS Membership below.
- Advance your skills.
- Learn from others who share your craft.
- Make your mark on an industry — and the world.
CURRICULUM
- Education & Training
- Library & Bookstore
- Classroom Resources
CODES & STANDARDS
- Technical Committees
- Safety & Health
- Support
CERTIFICATION
- Certified Welder
- Certified Welding Inspector
- Many Other Professional Certifications
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
- Scholarships
- Professional Development
- Workforce Development
- Career Guidance for Every Stage of Your Career
COMMUNITY
- Professional Networking
- Online Forums
- Conferences and Events
- Sections and Student Chapters
COMMUNICATION
- Monthly Welding Journal
- Updates on New Product, Technology, and Processes
- Newsletter and Other Publications
Membership Options
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Individual
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Corporate
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Educational Institutions
Individual
Early Career
Student
Individual
- Discounts on certification, training, and more
- Networking opportunities
- Print and digital publications
- Access to money-saving partner programs
Early Career
- Complimentary access to AWS Career Readiness Online Course
- Networking opportunities
- Digital publication access
- Access to money-saving partner programs
Student
- Networking opportunities
- Digital publication access
Annual Dues: $91
+ $12 One-Time Initiation Fee
+ $12 One-Time Initiation Fee
Individual Dues: $91 (annual)
+ $12 One-Time Initiation Fee
+ $12 One-Time Initiation Fee
Annual Dues: $55
Early Career Dues: $55 (annual)
Annual Dues: FREE
Student Dues: FREE
Affiliate Company
Supporting Company
Sustaining Company
Welding Distributor
Affiliate Company
- 1 free Individual Membership
- Office-focused discounts
- Use of AWS Corporate Member logo
- Discounted FABTECH admission
Supporting Company
- 5 free Individual Memberships
- Free location listing on Distributor list
- 60-day online Internship posting
- AWS Industry Partner eligibility
Premium Access
Sustaining Company
Sustaining Company
Premium Access
- 10 free Individual Memberships
- 25% online job posting discount
- AWS Standards eLibrary access
- AWS Industry Partner eligibility
Welding Distributor
- 5 free Individual Memberships
- Free location listing on Distributor list
- Use of AWS Corporate Member logo
- Office-focused discounts
Annual Dues: $200
Early Career Dues: $200 (annual)
Annual Dues: $455
Student Dues: $455
Annual Dues: $910
+ $750 One-Time Initiation Fee
+ $750 One-Time Initiation Fee
Individual Dues: $910 (annual)
+ $750 One-Time Initiation Fee
+ $750 One-Time Initiation Fee
Annual Dues: $555
Student Dues: $555
Educational Institutions
The Educational Institution Membership is designed to empower and reward organizations and staff tasked with training the next generation of welding professionals. We strive to help maintain the highest educational standards by offering informational resources, continuing education opportunities, and marketing tactics to nearly 800 Educational Institution members.
Annual Dues: $273
Why Join?
Engage with a vast network of industry experts in our exclusive online community.
Get a select AWS book or publication for just $35 when you enroll. Enjoy savings on AWS certification, training, and partner programs.
AWS Member Testimonial
"My membership helps me stay cutting edge on all the new technology and standards the industry uses. It has benefited me in my career by constantly giving me the gift of knowledge. By giving me the opportunity to always learn."
AWS New Member Welcome Webinar
Webinars will be scheduled throughout the year to introduce members to various features of their AWS Membership and offer guidance on how to make the most of their AWS membership.
Log in to the AWS Member Network to register for upcoming webinars or view recordings of past webinars.
AWS Distinguished Member Award
The AWS Distinguished Member Award was created to recognize outstanding service and commitment of AWS Members to the Society and the welding industry.
To qualify for Distinguished Member status, applicants must accrue 35 or more points from at least three of the four categories listed on the application form.
Explore or Join the AWS Speakers Directory
The AWS Speakers Directory is a valuable resource that helps AWS Staff, along with District, Section, and Student Chapter leaders, easily identify and connect with speakers offering presentations relevant to the welding community and other key audiences we aim to engage.