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ASNT CWI Level II Certification

Leverage your CWI/SCWI certification to obtain ASNT certification and meet certification requirements as an NDT professional.

Start Your CWI Application  

As part of an agreement with the American Welding Society (AWS), we provide AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWIs) and Senior CWIs access to visual testing (VT) certification. This agreement helps companies and individuals meet personnel qualification requirements.

1

Understand and Plan for CWI/SCWI Fees

To achieve CWI/SCWI certification, applicants must apply for the Level II VT general industry direct certification and can additionally add on certification for the pressure equipment (PE) sector.

Initial Certification for AWS CWI/SCWI Certificate Holders

Fee Type Total
Visual General Industry Direct $220
Visual General + Pressure Equipment Industry Direct $250
2

Gather Supporting Documentation

To support your qualifications, gather the following documentation to upload with your online application in MyCert.

  • current CWI/SCWI certificate or wallet card

  • a color photo headshot

  • visual acuity form completed by your employer or eye doctor

Download Visual Acuity Form
3

Complete Your Application

To be sure your application for CWI/SCWI certification is considered—and that you get timely approval—be sure to:

  • Complete the online application.

  • Upload all documentation.

  • Sign required agreements, including the ASNT Code of Ethics and Confirmation Statement.

  • Pay all applicable fees by credit card, wire transfer, or check.

  • Watch for a letter of approval of your application in your email inbox.

Log In to MyCert to Apply  

Next Step: Maintain Your Certification

Watch for your letter of approval of your application in your email inbox. Once your application is approved, you will be certified. ASNT CWI/SCWI certifications expire when your current AWS CWI/SCWI certificate expires.

Learn How to Maintain Your CWI/SCWI Certification
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