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Staff Spotlight – Ryan Johnson, Welding Instructor
Staff Spotlight - Ryan Johnson, Welding Instructor

If you stop by the Welding Department at Rockford Career College, you’ll be greeted with a warm smile and an enthusiastic “come on in!” from Ryan Johnson.  Ryan, a 2019 graduate of Rockford Career College, now teaches Welding in the very same department he learned his skills.

“Teaching welding allows me to help individuals achieve their goals, in much the same way I have been able to because of this program,” says Ryan. “As a graduate of Rockford, I have a unique perspective into life during and after our students are with us.”

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We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Adam Britton
We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Adam Britton

Welders are an indispensable part of our society. Found in construction sites, ship yards, garages, engineering firms, and aviation manufacturing sites, they help build and repair many essential vehicles and products. Knowing how vital welding is gave Adam Britton the confidence to choose it as his new profession. We are extremely proud of Adam for graduating from our welding program and beginning the career of his dreams. 

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Racecar

Racing season is coming soon and so is our update on the car sponsored by Rockford Career College.  

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We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Rickyeshia Burnett
We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Rickyeshia Burnett

"Keep pushing yourself to be the best you can be," says Rockford Career College graduate Rickyeshia Burnett. Even when Rickyeshia faced obstacles on the path to her ideal career, determination kept her moving forward. We are extremely proud of Rickyeshia for graduating from our welding program and starting a new career.

What You Learn in a Welding Program

For each graduate of a program, we highlight three different courses. During the program, Rickyeshia took courses such as: Thermal Cutting and Metal Preparation, GMAW Plate, and Professional Success Strategies.

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We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Kameron Foster
We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Kameron Foster

“Just because you took longer doesn't mean you failed.” This quote reminded Kameron Foster that it was not too late to achieve his professional goals. After enrolling in Rockford Career College's welding program, Kameron studied diligently and honed his welding skills in the on-campus lab. We are extremely proud of Kameron for accomplishing his dreams of graduating and beginning a new career!

What You Learn in a Welding Program

For each graduate of a program, we highlight three different courses. During the program, Kameron took courses such as: GMAW 2-G, 5-G Pipe Welds; SMAW Plate Certification; and Core Curriculum: Trade Skills.

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We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Christina Oliver
We Proudly Present Welding Graduate Christina Oliver

“Never give up, even though giving up seems easier,” says Rockford Career College graduate Christina Oliver. Even when her courses seemed challenging, Christina always kept her professional goal in mind. Her diligent studying paved the way for her to become a welder. We are so proud of Christina for graduating from the program and starting the career of her dreams.

What You Learn in a Welding Program

For each graduate of a program, we highlight three different courses. During the program, Christina took courses such as: SMAW 2-G, 5-G Pipe Welds; Core Curriculum: Craft Skills; and Student Success Strategies.

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