The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology is a nonprofit institution dedicated to welding training and education excellence. The Institute educates and trains individuals in the use and application of welding technologies; develops and disseminates welding training and educational materials; and conducts certification research and qualifications for the welding industry. Based in North America, the Institute continues to enhance its reputation worldwide through affiliations with leading international training organizations, assuring continued growth and self-sufficiency. The long-range mission of the Institute is to be the premier welding training Institute worldwide.