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Get ready for Level II certification with detailed exam topics, resources for study, and guidance for scheduling your exams.
How to Plan for Your ASNT 9712 Level II Exams
Comprehensive, standards-based examinations are a cornerstone of ASNT certifications.
Before you schedule your exams, review the information on this page to ensure you know what topics and skills your exams will cover, how to study, and what to expect when test day comes.
Located in India?
ASNT India offers local support for ASNT 9712 application and examination to NDT professionals in India.
To receive 9712 Level II certification, you must pass all examinations for any of the test methods and the practical exam for one or all techniques associated with that method.
Exams include computer-based testing (CBT), as well as practical exams to demonstrate your ability to perform the method and techniques in a foundational nondestructive testing role. These exams are broken down into the following sections:
General exam (CBT) – fundamentals and principles of the method
Specific exam (CBT) – specific application for the selected technique
Instruction preparation (CBT) – prepare written directions for the method
Practical exam – perform the method and technique on specimens
Start by getting familiar with the topics and depth of knowledge you’ll need for each of your exams.
Exam
Number of Items
Time for Completion
Instruction Preparation Exam - CBT
20 short answers
1 hour
MT Specific Exam - CBT
40 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
MT General Exam - CBT
50 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
Bench - Practical Exam
2 pieces
1 hour
Yoke - Practical Exams
2 pieces
1 hour
Exam
Number of Items
Time for Completion
Instruction Preparation Exam - CBT
20 short answers
1 hour
PT Specific Exam - CBT
40 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
PT General Exam - CBT
50 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
Post-emulsifiable - Practical Exam
2 parts
1.5 hour
Solvent-removable - Practical Exams
2 parts
1 hour
Water-washable - Practical Exam
2 parts
1.5 hour
Exam
Number of Items
Time for Completion
Instruction Preparation Exam - CBT
20 short answers
1 hour
RT Specific Exam - CBT
40 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
RT General Exam - CBT
50 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
Gamma (RAM) with film interpretations - Practical Exam
2 Gamma setups
2 hours
X-ray with film interpretations - Practical Exams
2 X-ray setups
2 hours
Exam
Number of Items
Time for Completion
Instruction Preparation Exam - CBT
20 short answers
1 hour
UT Specific Exam - CBT
40 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
UT General Exam - CBT
50 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
Castings/Forgings (Straight and Angle Beam) - Practical Exam
2 parts
2 hours
Weld (Straight and Angle Beam) - Practical Exams
2 areas of interest
2 hours
Exam
Number of Items
Time for Completion
Instruction Preparation Exam - CBT
20 short answers
1 hour
VT Specific Exam - CBT
40 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
VT General Exam - CBT
50 multiple-choice questions
2 hours
Direct - Practical Exam
2 pieces
1.5 hours
Remote - Practical Exams
2 pieces
1.5 hours
2
Study Recommended 9712 Level II Exam Resources
To help you build knowledge and confidence, ASNT offers a variety of study materials. You can choose to attend a Certification Prep Course, use self-study materials from ASNT and other industry sources—or take a combined approach.*
Self-Study Collections
Created in alignment with the body of knowledge for each exam, ASNT study materials collections are designed to empower you in your 9712 Level II certification.
When You’re Ready, Schedule Your 9712 Level II Certification Exams
For 9712 Level II certification, ASNT offers in-person computer-based testing provided by our partner Pearson VUE at their locations or at approved authorized exam centers (AECs). Practical exams are only offered at AECs.
Received application approval and notification that you are authorized to schedule your exams
Then, schedule your exams through your MyCert account.
Register for Computer-Based Tests
CBTs are offered at our AECs or through Pearson Vue – an ASNT partner that provides exams through the world's most comprehensive and secure network of test centers, with locations in over 175 countries.
You must schedule and complete all the examinations you’ve applied for within one year of our Letter of Approval. If you need to change or cancel your appointment, do so at least 48 hours in advance. Failing to give enough notice will result in losing your exam fees.
Be sure you understand the rules for rescheduling or canceling your certification examinations.
When it’s time to take your ASNT 9712 Level II exams, you must bring two original, valid forms of identification to the exam center:
A primary government-issued ID with name and signature.
A secondary ID with a name and signature/photo.
Both identifications must be current and original, and the name on your identification must match the name on your certification application and in your MyASNT record.
A valid photo identification can be your current:
passport
driver’s license
state or government-issued identification card
Other acceptable identification forms are:
work ID with your name and signature that matches primary ID
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled exam time.
Bring your two forms of ID.
Be ready to have a photo taken at the testing center.
Be aware that all examinations are in English. An online translation dictionary is available to help with NDT terminology in Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, UK English, and Arabic.
What’s Next?
After you pass the exams and all requirements are met, your results will be processed and your MyASNT record will be updated to show that you are certified.
If you don’t pass an exam, you can choose to reapply and retest following the retake waiting period.
There is a waiting period for each retest attempt. After that period, you must submit your retake request and receive a new approval letter before you can schedule and retake your exam.
After failing one or more exam element (general, specific, instruction, or practical):
First Attempt
You can retake the failed practical or CBT element after 30 days.
Second Attempt
You can retake the failed practical or CBT element after 90 days and complete at least 7 hours of training.
Third Attempt
You can retake after six months—but you must reapply as a new candidate and complete all exams (practical and CBT).
The retake policy is in alignment with the ASNT 9712 program document. Review Section 8.5 for complete reexamination details.
ASNT 9712 Level II certifications must be renewed every five years, and you must submit your renewal application and payment before the expiration date on your certificate.
Renewal information coming soon!
Have Additional Questions? Need Help?
Reach out to ASNT Certification Services for answers about eligibility, the certification renewal process, or preparing for and taking exams.