Free Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, part-time during the day. The course runs for 13 weeks and fits around other commitments. You'll get a practical introduction to arc welding, learning how to work safely in a welding environment, set up and use equipment, and produce basic welds and joints. The course also covers materials, fabrication basics, and safe use of PPE. This free MMA welding course for adults is a solid starting point if you're exploring welding as a trade.
Who this course is for
Discover all there is to know about arc welding, a common?process that is used to join?metal?to metal by using?electricity.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to work safely in a welding workshop, including correct use of PPE.
You'll set up and operate arc welding equipment.
You'll select appropriate materials and settings for basic welding tasks.
You'll produce simple welds and practise different joint types and positions.
You'll understand how to assess and improve weld quality.
You'll gain an introduction to metals and basic fabrication techniques.
You'll develop practical problem-solving and attention to detail in a workshop setting.
How you will learn
Learning is hands-on and classroom based. You'll work with industry-standard welding equipment under supervision, practising techniques and building practical skills throughout the 13 weeks. Assessment is practical, based on the welds and work you produce during the course. Canterbury College will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder: entry-level welding roles in manufacturing or construction.
Fabricator: cutting, shaping, and joining metal components.
Engineering operative: general workshop and production line roles.
Maintenance technician: basic repair and metalwork in facilities teams.
Construction labourer (metalwork): site-based roles involving metal structures.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Welding Skills (City and Guilds) - the natural next step to develop your MMA welding technique and take on more complex work.
Level 2 NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations - broadens your skills across engineering and fabrication.
Level 3 NVQ in Welding - the qualification experienced welders need for skilled-worker recognition and higher-paid roles.
