Compare accredited Welder schools across Hawaii below, then review pay, licensing steps, and training paths for the trade.
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Best Welder Schools in Hawaii
How We Rank Schools
We first gather the schools closest to the city or state page you are viewing, then rank that
local group by BOC Score, with the highest at the top. The BOC Score is computed from federal
IPEDS and College Scorecard data; schools without enough data to score appear last.
LOCAL RANK
Location / proximity to this page
Defines the local group
Graduation rate
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
25%
Average net price (lower is better)
20%
Retention rate
15%
Fully online availability
10%
Schools without enough federal outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score.
Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from
federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings
are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single
trade. Distance is measured from the main population center in Hawaii.
Schools closest to the main population center in Hawaii are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the main population center in Hawaii is shown for reference.
The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation,
earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within
each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it.
*Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is
completed in person. Read the full methodology.
Median Graduate Earnings at Welder Schools in HawaiiSource: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard - median earnings of all graduates at each school (not a single program).
Median graduate earnings by school for schools serving Best Welder Schools in Hawaii
School
Median graduate earnings
Honolulu Community College
$71,254
Hawaii Community College
$46,462
Welder Pay and Job Outlook
What welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers earn across the pay scaleProjected job growth for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazersTop-paying states for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
Hawaii Quick Facts
Metric
Value
Source
State median annual wage
$79,000
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment
520 workers
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State location quotient
0.31
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State unemployment rate
3.2%
BLS LAUS (2024)
How to Become a Licensed Welder in Hawaii
Choose an accredited training path. Options typically include trade schools, community colleges, and registered apprenticeships.
Complete the required classroom instruction in code, safety, and trade theory.
Log on-the-job training hours under a licensed or experienced professional.
Pass the state or local licensing exam where required.
Apply for licensure or certification, then maintain it through continuing education as required.
Specific welder licensing rules vary in Hawaii; verify current requirements with the relevant state agency before enrolling.
State Wage and Employment
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 520 welders working in Hawaii as of May 2025, earning a median annual wage of approximately $79,000 (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025). Hawaii’s location quotient of 0.31 indicates jobs in this trade are less concentrated than the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Apprenticeships in Hawaii
In Hawaii, registered apprenticeships are listed through the Hawaii Workforce Development Division - Apprenticeships (CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor). Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction, typically over 3 to 5 years. American Welding Society (AWS) certifications are widely recognized; Ironworkers, Boilermakers, and UA locals run welder apprenticeships.
Find Welder Programs Across Hawaii
The cities below have local welder program directories. Click any city to compare schools nearby:
Licensing requirements for welders vary across Hawaii. CareerOneStop and the relevant state agency publish current credential lists; verify scope and exam rules before applying.
How long does welder training take in Hawaii?
Typical certificate programs run 6 to 12 months, associate degrees take about 2 years, and registered apprenticeships generally last 3 to 5 years while paying on-the-job wages.
What is the median wage for welders in Hawaii?
BLS reports a median annual wage of approximately $79,000 for this occupation in Hawaii (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Wages vary by experience, employer, and metro area.
Welder Wages and Workforce in Hawaii
In Hawaii, Welder programs train for an occupation with a median wage of about $79,000 per year, and most earn between $50,000 and $100,220 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Hawaii employs roughly 520 workers in this occupation, a workforce concentration of about 0.31 times the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Trade-relevant schools serving Hawaii include Honolulu Community College, and Hawaii Community College. Compare tuition, program length, and graduation outcomes in the table above (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Welder Training and Licensing in Hawaii
Licensing for Welder varies by state and locality. Confirm current training, exam, and credential requirements with the appropriate Hawaii licensing board before you enroll; many employers also look for recognized industry certifications.
Training paths typically range from certificate programs (6 to 12 months) and associate degrees (about 2 years) to registered apprenticeships (3 to 5 years) that combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction (TradeCareerPath program data).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does welder training in Hawaii involve?
Welder training in Hawaii is offered through trade school certificate programs (typically 6 to 12 months), community college associate degree programs (about 2 years), and registered apprenticeships that combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction over 3 to 5 years. Coursework generally covers safety, applicable codes and standards, hands-on lab work, and exam preparation for any required credential.
How much do welders earn in Hawaii?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), welders in Hawaii earned a median annual wage of approximately $79,000. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $50,000 to $100,220 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
What is the Hawaii license or certification process for welders?
Licensing for welder work is handled at the state level in Hawaii. Consult Hawaii's licensing board for current training, examination, and renewal requirements before enrolling in a program.
About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.
Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
Data
Provider
Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
