NRCan NDTCB Service fees update
The NRCan NDTCB is implementing a service fee update to existing fees; this update will take effect April 1, 2025. Application and fee submissions to the NRCan NDTCB that are postmarked, emailed or faxed after March 31, 2025 are subject to the new fee schedule.
Once you have achieved your non-destructive testing (NDT) certification to the CAN/CGSB-48.9712 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. To find out when your certifications are due for renewal and/or recertification, view the Certified Personnel Directory.
Renewal, recertification and revalidation in non-destructive testing
Renewal
Renewal is the process for maintaining valid NDT certification via verification of continued satisfactory work activity and other requirements (including a structured credit system for certifications due for renewal April 15, 2026 and later)
Refer to Renewing Your NDT Certification page in the quick links below for more information.
Recertification
Recertification is a process that maintains the validity of your certification through verification of continued satisfactory work activity, recertification examination(s), and other requirements.
Refer to Recertifying Your NDT Certification page in the quick links below for more information.
Revalidation
Revalidation is the set of procedures for reinstating valid certification when a certificate has been suspended and/or withdrawn.
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.
Refer to Revalidating Your NDT Certification page in the quick links below for more information.
Renewing your NDT certification
Find out how to renew your NDT certification.
Recertifying your NDT certification
Learn how to become recertified after your certification has lapsed.
Revalidating Your NDT Certification
Learn about which pathway towards revalidation you make take if one or more of your NDT certificates has been suspended or withdrawn.
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.
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.