Weld to Life® is delivered in partnership with and funded by South Metropolitan TAFE and the Department of Education, and is a welding intervention program for young people who are disengaged from mainstream education for various reasons. Traditionally, the program has targeted participants who have been or who are involved with the juvenile justice system, however, the program is also available for other youth at risk students looking to receive a basic qualification and begin the process of transitioning into work or higher level training. Participants graduate this hands-on work-ready training program with a Certificate I in Engineering and Certificate I in Wider Opportunities for Work. Participants are referred to the program via WA Police, Juvenile Justice and the Department of Education however, all students and families are welcome to call and discuss the opportunity.