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Welding School Consulting

Before founding WeldTube Premium Welding Goods, our founder, Alan Solorzano, built and operated South Coast Welding Academy for many years—one of the top welding trade schools in the country. We now offer Welding School Consulting Services designed to help you start a new welding school or take your existing school to the next level. Below are some of the consulting services we provide:

  • New Welding School Startup & Planning
    Comprehensive advisory covering all aspects of starting a new welding school, including development of a clear 0–5 year game plan for operations and long-term growth.                                                                                                                                           
  • Existing Welding School Growth Planning
    If your school is already operating, we can conduct a full audit of all aspects of your business and provide strategic recommendations to improve growth and efficiency—based on our proven SCWA operating model.                                                                   
  • State Licensing & Certificate of Approval
    Guidance on obtaining your initial State Certificate of Approval and operating license (required to officially operate a school).                                                                                                                                                           
  • Ongoing State Compliance
    Advisory services to help you remain compliant with all applicable State regulations governing private trade schools.                                                                                                                                                              
  • Annual License & Certificate Renewals
    Support with yearly renewals of your State Certificate of Approval and school license.                                                                                                                                      
  • Student Records & Compliance
    Advisory on proper student record keeping in accordance with State regulations.                                                                                                                           
  • Financial Aid Approval
    Guidance on obtaining financial aid approval through agencies such as Workforce Solutions WIOA State funding, GI Bill (VA approval), non-profit community organizations, and other funding sources.                                                                                
  • Annual Financial Aid Audits & Reporting
    Advisory on required State and Financial Aid audits, including how to properly prepare throughout the year to ensure successful outcomes.                                                                                                                                             
  • Curriculum Development                                  
    Development and advisory for creating a top-tier welding curriculum, modeled after the successful SCWA program.                                                                                                                                                                                              
  • School Catalog, Policies & Procedures
    Assistance in developing your school catalog, policies, and procedures based on proven SCWA frameworks.                                                                                                                                           
  • Day-to-Day School Operations
    Ongoing advisory on daily operations and best practices for running a successful welding school.                                                                                                                           
  • Instructor Vetting & Hiring
    Support with identifying, vetting, and hiring qualified welding instructors.                                                                                                                 
  • Marketing & Student Recruitment
    Advisory on marketing strategies to attract more students and grow your school’s social media presence.                                                                                                                
  • Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution
    Guidance on addressing unexpected challenges and operational issues as they arise.

Interested in consulting services for your new or existing welding school?
📩 Email us at info@weldlife.com to request a consulting quote. Thank you!