Manage Your NDT Certification
Once you have achieved your non-destructive testing (NDT) certification to the CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2014 standard, it is your responsibility to keep an eye on its expiry date and to renew and recertify it on time or to revalidate it if necessary.
Renewal, recertification and revalidation in non-destructive testing
Renewal
Renewal of your NDT certification is a process that extends the period of its validity. You can renew your NDT certification shortly prior to its expiry. Renewals are valid for a period of up to five years (60 months or less).
Recertification
Recertification is a process that maintains the validity of your certification through examination. You are required to recertify your certification before the end of your second period of validity, approximately 10 years from initial certification or last recertification (120 months or less).
If you fall within the transitional period for recertification, you must complete your recertification process by your next renewal expiry date. Candidates whose initial certifications were obtained in 2010 or earlier (with a previous expiry date of December 31, 2015), 2011 or earlier (with a previous expiry date of December 31, 2016), and 2012 or earlier (with an expiry date of December 31, 2017), respectively, are considered to be within the transitional period for recertification.
Revalidation
Revalidation is needed when your NDT certification becomes invalid for one of several reasons, such as a significant interruption in NDT work experience, failure to meet eye examination requirements, or violating the code of conduct.
The processes for renewal, recertification and revalidation are different, so please ensure you read the instructions for the process that you need to follow in your circumstances.
Renewing your NDT certification
Find out how to renew your NDT certification.
Becoming recertified for your NDT certification
Learn how to become recertified after your certification has lapsed.
Revalidating your NDT certification
Read about the steps you'll need to take to revalidate your NDT certification.
Renewal policy for NDT experience
Find out what constitutes acceptable work experience for the purposes of renewing your certification.
Apply for NDT Recertification Re-Examination
Unsuccessful on a recertification examination? Learn about your next steps.
Certified personnel directory
View the list of NDT and XRF personnel that are currently certified, and find out when certifications expire (require renewal) and when certifications are due for recertification.
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