MOST TRUSTED CWI COURSE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Don't just take our word for it - hear from past attendees:
"Real knowledge, real training, true results"
"No contest, the best learning experience ever"
"I needed PDH hours for my 9 year renewal and learned so much!"
"The 20 hour lab course was the real deal, finally I felt like a REAL CWI"
"I took your CWI class in April. I took the Test in Sacramento. I passed! Part A 85% Part B91% Part C 92%. Thank you. Your class was great!"
"I want to thank you for helping me out during your two day Part B training class. I just received my test results and scored a 93%! I can't thank you enough for thoroughly covering the BOS during the first day of class"
"I signed up to prepare for my CWI Part B. Everything Mariana told me about the session was true - super intense and thorough. I wished I knew about George's training program before my first attempt at the exam! He does not allow any short cuts and his classes are intense. He goes through the code book line by line until you understand them. If you are studying for Part B, it is a good idea to be familiar with the Book of Specification before you even start your class. That way you can ask questions and not miss anything.
I liked how the group size was kept fairly small (about 6 or 7) so you can work on the tools and felt like you were still getting tutored privately. He provides a comfortable environment where questions are welcomed. I appreciate his thoroughness and his deep knowledge in this field. He is a fantastic teacher who is genuinely interested in helping the students. Towards the end of the program, I could tell he was losing his voice and feeling a bit under the weather. However, that did not deter him from making sure we went through the practice exam questions even if that meant going over his hours. I really admired his passion and dedication for teaching."
"Just passed my CWI ! I attended this school for my AWS CWI training. George taught the seminar which covered all aspects of the exam. I am a Steamfitter/Pipe Welder , and I had finished a big job so with some time off I decided to pursue my CWI. My only recommendation is to not rush .I gave myself only about 2.5 months to study for the exam including the seminar from Advanced Weldtech, and the AWS seminar which this school hosted the week of the exam as well."
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Don't just take our word for it - hear from past attendees:
"Real knowledge, real training, true results"
"No contest, the best learning experience ever"
"I needed PDH hours for my 9 year renewal and learned so much!"
"The 20 hour lab course was the real deal, finally I felt like a REAL CWI"
"I took your CWI class in April. I took the Test in Sacramento. I passed! Part A 85% Part B91% Part C 92%. Thank you. Your class was great!"
"I want to thank you for helping me out during your two day Part B training class. I just received my test results and scored a 93%! I can't thank you enough for thoroughly covering the BOS during the first day of class"
"I signed up to prepare for my CWI Part B. Everything Mariana told me about the session was true - super intense and thorough. I wished I knew about George's training program before my first attempt at the exam! He does not allow any short cuts and his classes are intense. He goes through the code book line by line until you understand them. If you are studying for Part B, it is a good idea to be familiar with the Book of Specification before you even start your class. That way you can ask questions and not miss anything.
I liked how the group size was kept fairly small (about 6 or 7) so you can work on the tools and felt like you were still getting tutored privately. He provides a comfortable environment where questions are welcomed. I appreciate his thoroughness and his deep knowledge in this field. He is a fantastic teacher who is genuinely interested in helping the students. Towards the end of the program, I could tell he was losing his voice and feeling a bit under the weather. However, that did not deter him from making sure we went through the practice exam questions even if that meant going over his hours. I really admired his passion and dedication for teaching."
"Just passed my CWI ! I attended this school for my AWS CWI training. George taught the seminar which covered all aspects of the exam. I am a Steamfitter/Pipe Welder , and I had finished a big job so with some time off I decided to pursue my CWI. My only recommendation is to not rush .I gave myself only about 2.5 months to study for the exam including the seminar from Advanced Weldtech, and the AWS seminar which this school hosted the week of the exam as well."
You can find more reviews on Google and Yelp.
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QUALITY EDUCATION. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING. AWARD-WINNING INSTRUCTOR |
Proper training Increases your chance of passing the exam the first time around! |
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2025 COURSE SCHEDULE
MASTER THE AWS CWI EXAM WITH EXPERT-LED TRAINING - ENROLL NOW!
SMALL CLASSES (Max 8 attendees) - INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION
SMALL CLASSES (Max 8 attendees) - INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION
Part B Workshop with Weld Replicas - 1 SEAT LEFT
dates: Friday May 9th, Saturday May 10th, Monday May 12th
Time/Duration: 30 hrs/ 3 days
dates: Friday May 9th, Saturday May 10th, Monday May 12th
Time/Duration: 30 hrs/ 3 days
PRICING:
PART A |
PART B |
PART C |
BUNDLE UP & SAVE - 3 PARTS |
$600 |
$995 |
$600 |
$1,750 |
REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
Study Material (book bundle) For CWI Exam Preparation:
- AWS D1.1:2020 (required)
- AWS D1.1:2020 Code Clinic
- AWS A3.0:2020
- AWS A2.4:2020
- AWS B1.10:2016
- Welding Inspection Technology
- Welding Inspection Technology Workbook
- AWS D1.1:2020 Code Clinic
- AWS A3.0:2020
- AWS A2.4:2020
- AWS B1.10:2016
- Welding Inspection Technology
- Welding Inspection Technology Workbook
Our support extends far beyond the classroom. We network and build long lasting relationships with our trainees.
COURSE CATALOG , ANNUAL REPORT AND SCHOOL PERFORMANCE FACT SHEETS CAN BE ACCESSED HERE: Consumer Resources
2025 CWI EXAM SCHEDULE
WE'RE HOSTING THE CWI EXAM!
Lake Elsinore, CA - MAY 24TH, 2025
SITE CODE: CA05725
Application submission Deadline: April 18th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA05725
Application submission Deadline: April 18th, 2025
AWS CWI Exams IN CA, AZ, NV
Phoenix, AZ- July 26th, 2025
SITE CODE: AZ05325
Application submission Deadline: June 20th, 2025
San Diego, CA - August 16th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA06225
Application submission Deadline: July 11th, 2025
Burlingame, CA - September 13th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA06825
Application submission Deadline: August 8th, 2025
Los Angeles , CA - October 11th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA08125
Application submission Deadline: September 5th, 2025
Henderson, NV- November 8th, 2025
SITE CODE: NV09125
Application submission Deadline: October 3rd, 2025
Sacramento, CA - November 22nd, 2025
SITE CODE: CA09525
Application submission Deadline: October 17th, 2025
SITE CODE: AZ05325
Application submission Deadline: June 20th, 2025
San Diego, CA - August 16th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA06225
Application submission Deadline: July 11th, 2025
Burlingame, CA - September 13th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA06825
Application submission Deadline: August 8th, 2025
Los Angeles , CA - October 11th, 2025
SITE CODE: CA08125
Application submission Deadline: September 5th, 2025
Henderson, NV- November 8th, 2025
SITE CODE: NV09125
Application submission Deadline: October 3rd, 2025
Sacramento, CA - November 22nd, 2025
SITE CODE: CA09525
Application submission Deadline: October 17th, 2025
About the Instructor:
- AWS Private Instructor of the Year Award-2021
- Dedicated, Thorough, Passionate about Welding
- Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI)
- AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng)
- AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
- 48 years of experience in Welding
- Award-Winning Industry Expert
- AWS Technical Expert for the AWS D17 Committee
- AWS Leader for the Los Angeles/Inland Empire Section
- Past U.S Delegate for the ISO TC44 SC 14 Aerospace Commiteettee
Learn from the Pros. Become a REAL CWI.
AWS CWI DOCUMENT DOWNLOADS:
Recorded sessions for Part A and C now available online. Click here.
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We strongly encourage CWI applicants who have attended our Seminars, to also attend the AWS Official CWI Seminar hosted by the American Welding Society's Education Department on the week preceeding the exam.
This will provide a last minute review, a chance to ask questions and get the perspective from a different instructor. This "training formula" provides best chances of passing this extremely dificult exam the first time.
AWS Official Seminars & CWI Exams / Schedule & Application Package: here
For Online CWI Exam Registration click here
This will provide a last minute review, a chance to ask questions and get the perspective from a different instructor. This "training formula" provides best chances of passing this extremely dificult exam the first time.
AWS Official Seminars & CWI Exams / Schedule & Application Package: here
For Online CWI Exam Registration click here