Ronnie,
It is refreshing to see some one who truly wants to learn the craft, science and art of Welding. Not just chasing the money (like those mythical ads purport at many trade schools). Nothing wrong with making good money or becoming wealthy, that is simply a byproduct of one's passion.
As a very successful friend (who owns a BPV manufacturing plant) told me; "Learn all you can, work hard, and most of all, have fun doing it...the money will follow!"
Looks like you already know that.
Carry on.