Craft Training
If the job you’re interested in requires formal education, you may be able to get trained right here in Southeast Texas. Below, you’ll find a list of fields with local training programs offered by Lamar State College (Port Arthur/Orange campuses) or the Lamar Institute of Technology.
Programs can take from several weeks to over one year to complete, so consider how much time and money you can spend on training before signing up for a program. Scholarship options and night/weekend courses may be available.
If you’re interested in learning more about a program or signing up, click the link below it to visit the school online.
Need help paying for tuition, child care or other expenses while you complete your training? Click “Resources” to learn about government and nonprofit organizations that offer assistance for students.
BOILERMAKING
Lamar Institute of Technology: LIT’s Industrial Mechanics Technology Associate Degree program equips graduates with a foundation of technical knowledge and mechanical skills necessary to install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot machinery.
How long will it take? 60 credit hours (4 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
CARPENTRY
Lamar State College - Port Arthur:
LSCPA’s Carpentry (NCCER Level 1) course teaches students orientation to the trade, building materials, tools and drawings to prepare them for NCCER Level 1 certification.
How long will it take?The course meets 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for four weeks
When can I start? Multiple start dates available.
How much does it cost? $1,716
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
CONCRETE FINISHING
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
At this time, industrial electrical services training is not available at Lamar State College (Port Arthur), Lamar State College (Orange) or the Lamar Institute of Technology.
There may be independent institutions offering this training in your area.
HEAVY/LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Lamar Institute of Technology: LIT offers Forklift Training and Aerial Lift Training, as well as Skid Steer Training, and Earth Moving Equipment training.
How long will it take? Forklift and Aerial Lift Training can be completed in one 8-hour class session
When can I start? Multiple start dates available. Click below to find out more
How much does it cost? $25
INSTRUMENTATION
To get started in instrumentation, LSC-PA, LSC-O and LIT offer Associate of Applied Science degrees in Instrumentation Technology. Students are required to complete 60 credit hours (4 semesters) and can start courses on the Fall or Spring semester schedule.
Lamar State College - Port Arthur:
How much does it cost? $2,805 per semester ($11,220 total) on average
Lamar State College - Orange:
How much does it cost? $2,000 per semester ($8,000 total) on average
Lamar Institute of Technology:
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
Lamar Institute of Technology also offers an Electrical Instrumentation Certificate that can be completed in one year (2 semesters) for an average cost of $5,000.
INSULATION
At this time, industrial insulation services training is not available at Lamar State College (Port Arthur), Lamar State College (Orange) or the Lamar Institute of Technology.
There may be independent institutions offering this training in your area.
MASONRY
Lamar State College - Port Arthur: LSCPA’s Industrial Concrete Laborer (NCCER Level 1) course teaches students orientation to the trade, properties, handling and placement of concrete and the foundation of slab-on-grade to prepare them for NCCER Level 1 certification.
How long will it take?The course meets 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for three weeks
When can I start? Multiple start dates available. Click below to find out more
How much does it cost? $1,377
MECHANICAL SERVICES
Lamar Institute of Technology: LIT offers both a certification and an associate degree Industrial Mechanics Technology. The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program.
LIT: Industrial Mechanics Technology Certification
How long will it take? 30 credit hours (2 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($5,000 total) on average
LIT: Industrial Mechanics Technology Associate of Applied Science
How long will it take? 60 credit hours (4 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
MILLWRIGHT
Lamar Institute of Technology:
LIT’s Industrial Mechanics Technology Associate Degree program equips graduates with a foundation of technical knowledge and mechanical skills necessary to install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot machinery.
How long will it take? 60 credit hours (4 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
PAINTING
At this time, industrial painting services training is not available at Lamar State College (Port Arthur), Lamar State College (Orange) or the Lamar Institute of Technology.
There may be independent institutions offering this training in your area.
PIPEFITTING
Lamar Institute of Technology:
LIT’s Industrial Mechanics Technology Associate Degree program equips graduates with a foundation of technical knowledge and mechanical skills necessary to install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot machinery.
How long will it take? 60 credit hours (4 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
REINFORCED IRON & STEEL WORK
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
RIGGING
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
SCAFFOLD BUILDING
Lamar State College - Port Arthur:
LSCPA’s Industrial Concrete Laborer (NCCER Level 1) course introduces students to the trade and teaches about safety, tools and construction of scaffolding to prepare them for NCCER Level 1 certification.
How long will it take?The course meets 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for three weeks
When can I start? Multiple start dates available. Click below to find out more
How much does it cost? $1,308
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
SURVEYING
Lamar Institute of Technology: LIT offers an Associate Degree in Computer Drafting Technology, which teaches students about basic geometric properties and techniques used to draft models and plans for industrial, residential and civil structures.
How long will it take? 60 credit hours (4 semesters) required
When can I start? Courses run on Fall and Spring semester schedule
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
TRANSPORTATION & DRIVING
To get started as a commercial driver, LSC-PA, LSC-O and LIT offer Class “A” commercial driver’s license (CDL) courses, which prepare students to drive most commercial vehicles. LIT also offers a Class “B” CDL course, which prepare a students to drive busses and small dump trucks. Check the job you’re interested in applying for to determine if a Class “B” CDL will cover your needs before applying.
Lamar State College - Port Arthur:
How long does it take? Classes meet at night (5:30-9:30 p.m.) for 12 weeks
How much does it cost? TBD + + approximately $200 in agency fees for licensing and testing
Lamar State College - Orange:
How long does it take? Classes meet during the day for 6 weeks, and at night for 15 weeks
How much does it cost? $3,500 + approximately $200 in agency fees for licensing and testing
Lamar Institute of Technology:
How long does it take? 8 weeks (Class “A”)/ 3 weeks (Class “B”) of daily instruction
How much does it cost? $3,000 (Class “A”)/ $1,500 (Class ”B”) + approximately $200 in agency fees for licensing and testing
WAREHOUSING AND INVENTORY
The Golden Triangle Empowerment Center:
GTEC offers an NCCER Level 1 craft program that prepares students for NCCER Level 1 Certification.
How long will it take? 120 hours, 10 weeks at night
When can I start? Multiple dates available
How much does it cost? $2,500, but you may qualify for scholarships
WELDING
LSC-O and LIT offer programs in welding designed to prepare students for entry-level welding occupations on a spring and fall semester schedule and provide additional welding skills using techniques in oxyacetylene, gas metal arc, shielded metal arc, and gas tungsten arc welding processes.
Lamar State College - Orange: Welding Certificate
How long does it take? 2 semesters (1 year) of instruction
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($5,000 total) on average
Lamar Institute of Technology: Welding Associate of Applied Science Degree
How long does it take? 4 semesters (2 years) of instruction
How much does it cost? $2,500 per semester ($10,000 total) on average
Not sure if you need a craft or skill certification for the job you’re interested in? Visit the “Jobs” page to find more about the qualifications required for positions you’re interested in.