Engineering construction industry gets new welding qualification

The Level 2 welding qualification is open and inviting colleges and training providers to become Approved Centres for delivery.

The ECITB Level 2 Diploma in Introduction to Welding in Engineering Construction Operations is available for registrations in England.

Units cover safe working practices, communications and working relationships, interpreting documentation, preparing and reinstating work areas and welding techniques.

Andrew Hockey, CEO of the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), notes that the qualification meets the needs of critical infrastructure and spans the oil and gas, nuclear, power generation and renewables sectors as well as other process industries, such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and drink, water and waste treatment.

Find more information on applying to be an Approved Centre. Click for further information and entry requirements.