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Youngest Certified Welder in the U.S. | Charleston News
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An 11-year-old homeschooling whiz kid from West Virginia is on track to become one of the youngest certified welders in the country—just in time to help fill a massive national labor gap. Tayden Franklin, who also loves scuba, aviation, animation, and 3D printing, is mastering welding through hands-on learning with his dad’s guidance. His instructor says he’s performing like a pro, and while workforce shortages weren’t the goal, they’re a powerful bonus. Tayden’s story is about empowering kids to explore careers early—not to lock them into one path, but to give them options, confidence, and skills for whatever the future holds.
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