Merrill Institute

AWS SMAW

Alma Campus
Alma, MI
Industry Certification
AWS SMAW
Official February 2026 Course Schedule certification offering.
Training is taught onsite in Alma, Michigan.
The official schedule publishes tuition of $6,000.
Published program length.
The official calendar links a complete public application for each open semester.
Merrill Institute is an American Welding Society Accredited Test Facility.

AWS SMAW is an Industry Certification program offered by Merrill Institute in Alma, MI. The program takes 244 hours; week count not published for this partial program to complete, with a total tuition of $6,000.

Program Overview

Partial certification program in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick).

Schedule

The official schedule publishes 244 clock hours. No week count is inferred.

New cohorts start regularly throughout the year. Our start dates are as follows:
  • September 21st, 2026
  • January 11th, 2027
  • April 05th, 2027

Admissions

The official program page requires a score of 70% or better on the written assessment and assessment of hand-eye coordination and hand-tool dexterity.

Application Process

  1. 1
    Submit Application
    Complete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
  2. 2
    Submit Transcripts
    Provide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
  3. 3
    Financial Aid
    Complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.
    Complete FAFSA Application
  4. 4
    Enrollment
    Once accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.

Published Tuition

Total Program Tuition
≈ $6,000

Published tuition is $6,000. No additional charge is invented.

School Information

Merrill Institute
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Alma Campus

Alma Campus
520 Republic Avenue
Alma, MI 48801
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