AWS - FCAW Certified

Practical uses

1. 01

   Perform code-quality welds on structural, pipe, or fabrication work.

2. 02

   Pass employer weld tests for fabrication shops and construction crews.

3. 03

   Take on independent repair and custom metal jobs.

How to get it

1. 1.

   Visit American Welding Society's official site and search "AWS - FCAW Certified" for requirements, cost, and test dates.

2. 2.

   Ask your school, career center, or employer whether they offer training or will pay the exam fee.

3. 3.

   Enroll in an approved prep course or work through the official study guide.

4. 4.

   Schedule and pass the exam (plus any hands-on test) at an authorized site.

5. 5.

   Save your certificate, note the renewal date, and add it to your résumé.

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