Filling the Gap: National Pressure Welder Program & Innovative Partnerships that Address Major Skills Gap in Welding
This presentation provides an overview of the National Pressure Welder Program and the collaborative partnerships driving its success. It highlights the industry challenges that created the need for the program, the role of government and union funding, the development of advanced pressure welding curriculum, and the strong completion, employment, and diversity outcomes achieved across Canada.
Johanna Bergen
Program Manager, UTIP
CWB Group
Robert James
Director of Apprenticeship and Education
Alberta Boilermakers Union Local 146
Educators Conference 2025
Educators Conference 2025
Advanced Welding Technology
Preparing the Next Generation of Welding Professionals Through Advanced Training
AI-Driven Welding Training in Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Transforming Welding Education Through Artificial Intelligence
From the Doorway to the Deck Plates
Building the Bridge From Classroom Training to Shipyard Careers
Is it a Good Weld?
Understanding Weld Quality Through Codes, Materials & Service Conditions
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