Free Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, part-time during the day. This free mma welding course for adults runs over 6 months at a manageable pace. You'll be assessed after you apply to make sure the level is right for you. MMA welding classes cover the core skills of manual metal arc welding, giving you a solid introduction to the trade.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set up and prepare MMA welding equipment safely.
You'll practise striking and maintaining a welding arc.
You'll develop basic welding techniques using manual metal arc processes.
You'll learn how to identify and avoid common welding faults.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
You'll produce basic welded joints to a given standard.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop setting, supported by classroom-based instruction. Assessment is practical, based on the welding tasks you complete during the course. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder's assistant. Support skilled welders on fabrication and construction sites.
Workshop operative. Work in metal fabrication or engineering workshops.
Manufacturing operative. Entry-level production roles involving metalwork.
Maintenance assistant. Help with basic repair and welding tasks in industrial settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in MMA Welding. The natural next step after this introductory qualification, covering more complex welding techniques and positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Engineering or Fabrication and Welding. A broader qualification if you want to move into fabrication work.
NVQ in Welding. A work-based qualification that can support progression toward coded welder status recognised by employers.
