This school was recommended to me through a friend of a friend. I looked them up online and then sent them an email with a few questions. I quickly received a detailed and concise response back from Chiqui. I had a window of time where I would be able to attend the class and she worked with me to get me in at that time. I had also called and talked to Elaine to ask a few questions, once again got a level of professionalism that showed me they loved what they do. Once I got enrolled and showed up to my first day I was learning what I wanted to within 5 minutes of walking in the door. I can't say enough about the instructors. They lay down the science behind metallurgy, electricity, and molten metal so that anyone can understand. Randy, and Chris were my instructors when I first started. They would show me how to do a specific procedure or welding position and then watch and coach me while I was trying to replicate what they did. They give great feedback and instructions. They will have you make small changes that make BIG differences in the outcome of your welds. After about a week of me being there they hired a new instructor, Art. Art has 30 years experience as a welder and has a ton of great advice. Art and Chris worked with me on my stance and my welds improved ten fold. They also have another employee named Alex who helps run the machines and also has years of experience as a welder. He would swing by and give me little tips and tricks that helped. All of them will also come by on your down time and are extremely personable. They will share experiences from when they were in the field and things to look out for that only years of experience would prepare you for. I had an absolutely incredible experience here. I never really felt like I was at school, even though I learned an immense amount of information. Even the other students that come from all walks of life are helpful and cordial. I bought a welding hood and Chris helped me set it up, I asked about Carbon Air Gouging and he set up a demo to show how it worked. The amount of experience is astounding. Once again, the entire staff from the front office to the shop has a passion for this school and it shows in how they treat people. This will transmit to your quality of education. I could go on and on about my experience here but anyone reading this review should just go see for yourself. I am really hoping to go back someday to learn some more. read more

If you want to learn how to weld, this is the place to go. I have never done TIG welding before in my life. In just 40 hours, I became D9.1 certified. I searched for over 4 years for a school. Randy is the owner. As he is one of the pioneers of microscopic welding, he teaches because he loves to see people succeed, no matter were they came from, or what troubles they might have had in the past. If you like to weld, all you need to succeed here is a pulse, and they will do the rest. When randy is not breaking down science, physics, and chemistry into a language anyone can actually understand, the other instructor on the floor, is Chris. Boy i cant say enough about Chris. This guy, like Randy, wants nothing more than to teach you what he knows, and only hopes to see you do it better. Good luck. I can say that there is not a more hands on knowledgeable duo anywhere. I hope one day to be as constistant and even half as knowledgeable as either one of these guys. One thing is for sure, when you leave, you have all the tools you need to succeed. This school also wkrks with your schedual should you have priorities to fulfill, as most of us do. Knowing what i know now, this school dam near breaks even, as the materials you use per hour seem more than you pay. The equipment is plentiful, and state of the art. My only regret, is that i cant seem to make enough money to retire and just go to school full time over and over again at this facility ! I can't wait to one day return soon. Do yourself a favor, take the drive out, and you will know first hand that no one put me up to this review. This family owned school is nothing but the best ! Thanks to you guys for changing my life ! All the best ! Always ! Hope to be back soon ! Cory read more

As an educator in both the University and Community College environment; I have a strong understanding of teaching methodology and pedagogy. That being said, recently I attended the Welding Skills Workshop where I earned my 3G and 4G welding certificate. I had the opportunity of attending the Community College where I am an adjunct professor; however, I quickly realized this program was not only impacted (too many students with not enough resources to adequately acquire the skills necessary for certification), but the instructor(s) were lacking the skills necessary to adequately teach students the necessary skills to "earn" their certification and obtain meaningful employment. In fact, I found their teaching to be one step above what students receive at Occupational Training Centers. The professors (that is what they are) at the Welding Skills Workshop are experts in their field. Randy, Chris, and Art each bring impressive bona fides and skills to their instruction; which is both hands on and classroom oriented. I was impressed by their level of professionalism, skills, patience, and their limitless ability to help students acquire the skills necessary to conquer the labor market. Therefore, I would strongly advise anyone desiring welding certification to save their money, and not waste valuable time by attending a Community College or Occupational Center welding program. Students would be better served by using their time and money at the Welding Skills Workshop. Not only will students obtain their certification in an accelerated program; as opposed to taking up to two years at a Community College or Occupational Center, the cost, if you apply dollar cost saving principles is significantly less burdensome read more

My experience at Welding Skills Test and Training Center was overwhelmingly amazing. They offer detailed, hands on training in every type of welding process, all on state of the art, well maintained equipment. Personally, I took the Longshoreman Program, (AWS D 1.1 3G & 4G stick arc welding). It was clear from day one that every step of the program had been thoroughly planned and designed with the ultimate goal of creating a competent and confident welder capable of not only passing the certification exams but one who could then be an instant asset to any company looking to hire a certified welder. Going into the program initially, I was a little skeptical that all of that was possible in a relatively short amount of time. Boy was I mistaken! Randy and Chris will teach you the skills and background knowledge, that when followed correctly, will enable anyone to learn the processes quickly yet completely. I owe everyone at this school a debt of gratitude, from the front office staff for being so flexible and working with my schedule, to the instructors themselves for putting up with my millions of questions and never making me feel like any of them were dumb, (I know some were). Whether you are looking for a place to brush up on your welding skills or you are an absolute beginner, like I was, looking to learn a valuable new skill, I could not recommend this place and these people highly enough! read more

Man I don't even know where to start. This is coming from someone who never heard of the word "welding", who never welded before in his entire life. I was that kid that before he found this school, had no skills and felt completely lost in life. Two months ago I attended this program and today August 28th of 2020, I was hired by a company as a Fabricator and Welder. I'm 21 years years old about to make $18 dollars an hour to do something I enjoy everyday!!! When I first talked to Randy I didn't have to think twice about whether or not I wanted to go to this place. This guy is brilliant and he's not out to get your money. He wouldn't talk to me about prices or teach me anything until I told him what I wanted to do and where I wanted to go with this welding thing. That should tell you this guy cares a lot about your success in this field. It would hurt him inside if you just gave him money to teach you something but then you didn't get anything or anywhere out of it. So if you're really serious about wanting a solid career and not starving, there's a shortage of welders so there is a place for YOU in this job field, then go to this school and get your certifications. Shout out Chris for teaching me how to weld too. He's cool as fuck and once you get to know these guys you know they are only here for your best interest. So 5 Stars from me! Thank you Randy, Chris, Diana & Elaine! read more

I'd give this place 10 stars if it was possible! After attending 4 semesters at Orange Coast College's welding program and fighting 25 or 30 students for "1" instructors time I found my skill level getting nowhere fast.. Not to mention how jacked up the school system is with not having enough credits to take the classes you want is BS.. I won't get into that. When I first called Welding Skills I was lucky to have one of the instructors pick up as he was passing the phone, I explained to Chris my situation and how i needed my 3G & 4G welding certs, after we chopped it up he told me to come in so he could see my skill level and quote me from there.. After showing him what I knew he then told me he could have me complete my 3 and 4G certs in 1 week and 3 days.. First 3 days were 6 hour days and the rest of the week I was there for 8 hours a day.. Let me tell you I got more than I paid for.. What you'll be receiving here is the real deal! The faculty here is the best and super cool! From Chris to Art to the owner Randy even sharing how he came about how and why he started welding skills.. This is the place to come to if you want to learn or become a certified welder they'll make sure you get there! To all of you at Welding Skills, thank you for giving me the best experience! You guys rock!!! -Mr. Newgass read more

BEST WELDING SCHOOL in southern California hands down!!! I learned a great deal from Randy and Chris over the 3 week I attended for the Longshoreman program. They really do take the time to make sure you know to weld before you leave there. This school isn't like others where you practice welding just for the plate test. They actually teach rod manipulation in different welding angles and scenarios that you might come across in the field. I can truly say one of the biggest thing i took away from the instructors Randy and Chris is how to read the weld puddle to the T. I ended up finishing the Longshoreman program earlier then expected and was able to not only get my 3G and 4G SMAW certification for structural steel but my 3G FCAW structural steel and Sheet Metal Certification. It was a very challenging experience and was well worth my money and time. I would recommend this school highly to anyone that is interested in learning to weld. You will defiantly feel confident knowing how to weld before leaving there. I want to give a special thanks to Chris, your the man. read more

I am an experienced AWS Welder and I was looking to take the LA City certification. I researched different training centers in the Los Angeles area but none compared to Welding Skills Test and Training Center. From the first time I spoke to Randy McClure, I knew he was the real deal. He is an encyclopedia of welding knowledge. I was also impressed by the shop, welding equipment and the small class size, which I knew there would be a lot of one-on-one instruction. I decided that this was the place for me, so I enrolled in the Code Book Clinic. In just 6 weeks of training, Randy guided me and helped me learn to navigate the code book. I'm not going to lie, it was difficult but with the guidance, training and studying, I was able to pass the LA City Certification test. It was the best decision to go to Welding Skills Test and Training Center. I am looking forward to getting more certs and I will definitely go back! Thanks Randy, Chris and Elaine for all of your help and encouragement. read more

Well first off a special thank you to Randy, Chris, Mike, Elaine, Chiqui, and last but not least dog mascot Ruby. This group of incredible people pushed and helped me get my d1.1structual steel welding cert. The first and only school I know where the instructors are in your booth taking their time explaining the material that way you completely understand what you're doing. For 9 hours+ these incredible guys are giving you they're full attention, now they have other students they may not be in your booth all day holding your hand but they sure try too. You sure do pay for what you get and more! What better place to go to then a place where the instructors eat breath and dream welding, they love what they do and they damn sure know what theyre doing. Not to mention their famous shop bbqs for lunch every now and then. This is the shop for you. Thank you welding skills workshops for your time and effort on turning me into the welder I am today. read more

I never write reviews but after completing the program here I knew I had to. After visiting a couple different welding schools I came across this place, I sat down with Randy and Chris (the instructors) and we went step by step of where I want to be in life and how I can get there. I ended up taking the longshoremen program combined with the LA cert written course and I couldn't be happier with my decision to choose this facility. They are both very hands on and will do everything they can to help you pass, not only do they care about welding but everyone at the business genuinely cares about each and every student there. They perfectly work around your schedule and at your own pace. I know without this school I wouldn't be where I am today, I couldn't thank them enough. Trust me if you want to get certified, this is the place to go. I recommend it to everyone I know and I look forward to coming back in the future to take more classes. read more

Welding Skills and Test Center I am a 30+ year experienced fabrication and welding professional, my current employer gave me the opportunity to get further training, after doing some research and reviews on welding training centers I chose Welding Skills in Rancho Cucamonga. A custom 4-day training and certification program was chosen from the many options they offer. The staff here are very professional, Randy Chris and Elaine all represented their good reviews 100%. The lecture material is professionally built very easy to read and understand, Randy and Chris are very positive with their instruction they are quick to correct any procedural and technique problems you may be demonstrating, without their professional help I can say that I would not have passed my 3-G tests on the first try. I would like to thank them again for helping me perform at a higher level, this will reflect into the performance here at my facility. read more

To say that Randy and Chris are great instructors is a gross understatement. The wealth of knowledge and experience between the two of them is infinite. Chris has been welding since before he could walk (I believe he welded his own crib together) and Randy helped build the Empire State Building. Jokes aside, this school takes a hands-on approach at teaching a trade. From the first second of day one, you're welding! To the last second of your final day, your're welding! Sure there's reading and homework and other boring stuff in between, but 90% of the time, you're welding! You're practicing a trade and sharpening your skills to become an invaluable asset to a company and ultimately, yourself. The top notch reviews and five star ratings that litter this page speak volumes. So if you've read this far, you've wasted too much time! read more

Just completed my initial 16 hour training for MIG. Really happy with the experience. Going to do the 40 hour TIG training and get a job. Having Randy and Chris watch and give immediate feedback really helped me improve the quality of my welds. Everyone working here is nice and supportive and I feel confident with my skills. Definitely recommend. A few words about the instructors. Both Randy and Chris are very personable. Randy is the owner. They are very experienced and knowledgeable. The teaching style is straightforward and no-nonsense, they offer plenty of positive feedback when you do it well. Like another reviewer mentioned, these guys really enjoying seeing you succeed. I think that the attitude can be just as important is the skills, and these guys are great models for both. read more

I didn't know anything about welding when I contacted .... welding school. The only thing I knew was that I needed to get an LA county welding license. When I contacted the school the women at the front desk were extremely knowledgeable about the license I needed and the steps I needed to take to get it. I met with the owner/ teacher Randy who assured me he would get me through all the certificates and the LA license quickly and cheaper than any other school. I completed my ..... certificates and LA county license within ..... months. No hidden costs, no surprises. With personal expert instructions from Randy and Chris I breezed through every class with ease. I went from never welding anything in my life to a fully licensed professional. Definitely the best welding school. read more

I came to this school not knowing what to expect and came out a certified welder. Randy and Chris are the two instructors there and they both make a good first impression, friendly, easygoing, and pleasant to be around. Their number one goal is for you to succeed and make the time you spent there enjoyable. You will probably spent most of the time with Chris who looks like Edward Norton in American History X, similar head, facial hair, Swastika, etc. The lady at the front desk is the one in charge of scheduling class times and she will work your schedule if you let her know ahead of time. If you want to learn how to weld for a job or just a hobby and not have to go through community colleges (which take 2 years to complete), this place is your best option. read more

Welding Skills Test & Training Center is the best school I've ever been to. It all starts in the front with Chiqui and Elaine, who will set you up for the program you want to do. Randy and Chris follow through with the welding and instruction, and these guys are the best team of welding instructors on the planet. They take pride in seeing their students succeed, and after you get certified will help you secure a job in the field you want to go into. Since graduating with certifications in stick, flux core, mig, 3 tig welding certs, and the ASME boilermakers/pressure vessel/pipewelding cert, I have been able to secure jobs as an industrial welder and fabricator, and now as a pipeline welder. Thank you all so much for everything! read more

I went to other schools to price them out & get a feel for the environment, when walked into this building & after speaking with Randy & Chris I knew this was the school I needed to be at. They helped me correct all the bad habits I had learned & taught me what I needed to walk out of there with my welding certifications. If you're looking for a welding school, look no further & enroll here, you'll be glad you did. They treat you like family, they know everything about welding & are happy to be sharing their information with you, they are very helpful in making sure you understand the information. It's very one on one. I will be attending this school again so I can continue my welding education & make the money my kids deserve. read more

This is by far the best school of any kind that ive been too. I came in knowing nothing and walked out with about 2 years worth of knowledge in three weeks. Randy definately has many words of wisdom and gives great advice and teaches techniques that just plain make things easier Chris is very knowledgeable, patient, talented and really enjoys teaching i learned how to use multiple machines around the shop as well as what i came in to learn. Randy and Chris are great at what they do theyre funny and make you feel more like family than a student. Everyone here is great and give you the best one on one attention you can get. Chiqui, Elaine, Randy, and Chris together run the best school in california. Thank you guys. read more

During my time at the welding skills workshop in Rancho Cucamonga I learned a great deal. Not only did I reach my goal of obtaining my structural welding certificate but my expectations were exceeded. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in many ways. The rest of the staff was a pleasure to work with, very down-to-earth people. The classes and training program was well thought out making it a recipe for success! The school was well organize and Equipment was in great condition. I enjoyed every aspect of my time. I have plans to obtain my pipe welding certificate so I will without a doubt be returning to the school! Thank you Randy, Chris, Chiqui and Elaine for everything! read more