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Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Lancaster

Cost£625.00
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start28 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 MMA Welding Course in Lancaster. Evening classes run at Lancaster & Morecambe College, part-time over 14 weeks. This is an introductory mma welding course, so it suits those new to the skill. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, preferably including English or maths, though entry is at the course manager's discretion. The course covers the fundamentals of manual metal arc welding in industry-standard workshops. It's a practical starting point if you're considering welding work or exploring a new trade.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for adult learners studying part time as a hobby or to support a change in their career.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade D/3-G/1 or abovw preferably including English or maths. Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of manual metal arc welding processes.
  • You'll practise setting up and operating MMA welding equipment safely.
  • You'll develop techniques for producing basic welded joints.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
  • You'll identify common welding faults and understand how to correct them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in workshop facilities, working directly with MMA welding equipment. Classes are classroom-based and run in the evening. Assessment is practical, with your welding work evaluated against the City and Guilds Level 1 standard. The course manager will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lancaster & Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder's assistant: support skilled welders on fabrication jobs
  • Metal fabricator: cut, shape and join metal components
  • General construction operative: work on sites using basic metalwork skills
  • Maintenance technician: carry out basic welded repairs in industrial settings

What you could study next

After this Level 1 Award, a natural next step is a Level 2 qualification in welding, such as a City and Guilds Level 2 Award or Certificate in MMA Welding. This builds on your technique and is recognised by more employers. From there, a Level 3 welding qualification or a specialist NVQ can open doors to skilled welder roles and higher-grade fabrication work.

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