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Unified Legacy Academy

Get paid to learn a trade. No experience required.

Our 4-week Welding Academy, headquartered in Middle Georgia, trains you from the ground up in aluminum welding, with hands-on training from day one. Walk in with no experience, walk out with real credentials, real skills, and a real job.

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Why Join the Academy?

Compensation

Earn a paycheck while you train

Mentors

Learn from experienced welders in a hands-on, small-class environment

Credentials

Graduate with credentials that count toward a college certificate

Employment

Step directly onto our production floor with a clear path to higher pay

Program FAQ

What is the course length?

4 weeks. New cohorts start every month.

What is the class schedule?

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break each day.

What is the class size?

Classes are capped at 10 students per cohort with a competitive application process.

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What You'll Learn

The Academy is built around real, hands-on welding, not just lectures.

  • Aluminum welding and grinding techniques
  • A curriculum weighted heavily toward hands-on application, supported by classroom instruction to build a foundation

Credentials You'll Earn

Finish the program and walk away with more than experience:

  • Up to 15 credit hours toward a welding certificate through Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), made possible through our partnership with CGTC
  • A Unified Legacy welding certificate

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Who Can Apply

No prior welding experience required, however, any hands-on experience makes your application more competitive. New hires must complete all onboarding requirements before their first day, including:

  • Physical exam
  • Drug test
  • Employment paperwork
  • Orientation
  • Purchase Steel-toe Boots

Employment at Unified Legacy

Whether you are starting your career or looking for your next opportunity, Unified Legacy offers the chance to be part of a growing manufacturing organization built on quality, teamwork, and innovation.

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, safe, and challenged to grow professionally. Our core values guide everything we do, from how we serve our customers to how we support one another as a team.

Build your future with Unified Legacy.

Why Choose Us?

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Excellent Compensation

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

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Health Savings Account

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Life & Disability Insurance

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Employee Assistance Program

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Employee Committees & Involvement

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Bonus Incentive Program

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Community Service Day

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Team Events & Activities

Team-Oriented Culture

Ready to Start Welding?

Seats are limited and competition is real. Apply today to reserve your spot in the next cohort.