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ASNT 9712 Level II Recertification
Maintain your certification, your knowledge, and your professional standing in the nondestructive testing profession.
Renew Online NowGuidelines for ASNT 9712 Level II Certification Renewal
ASNT 9712 Level II certifications must be renewed every five years unless recertification by exam is required by a third party.
Your certification expires on the last day of the month listed on your digital badge.
You can submit your renewal application up to six months before the expiration date.
Be sure to submit your renewal application and payment at least 60 days before your expiration date.
ASNT 9712 Level II Renewal Fees
When you renew by points, fees are based on the number of methods you are renewing.
When you recertify Level II certification by exam, you must complete all requirements and pass all examinations by your certification expiration date.
You can pay all applicable fees by credit card, wire transfer, or check.
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Even better, your membership keeps you in touch with opportunities to learn, share your knowledge, and advance the NDT profession.
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Join or Renew ASNT MembershipApplication vs. Exam: Understand Your 9712 Level II Renewal Options
Once you become Level II certified, you can keep your certification current either by application with continued active experience and points or by taking your exams.
How to Renew Your 9712 NDT Level II Certification by Application with Points
Renewing your certification by points is simple if you keep track of your professional development and active experience over the course of your five-year certification period. However, every 10 years, you will need to recertify by examination.
Track your points as you earn them in MyCert.
Update Your PointsASNT’s points system enables you to document ongoing learning and commitment to your NDT practice.
You need to obtain a minimum of 100 points per method during the five-year (60-month) period of your certification.
You likely already engage in a variety of activities that can add to your renewal points. As you add your points to MyCert, be sure to also keep and upload documentation of your activities.
See All Accepted Activities and Points ValuesMaintain continued, active, and verified employment in nondestructive testing, performing Level II functions related to the methods you are renewing for at least 36 months of the 60-month valid certification period.
Document EmploymentSubmit visual acuity form completed by your employer or eye doctor using the Jaeger J1 eye chart.
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Start Your Online ApplicationTracking work hours in the field? Document them in real-time in the NDT ProTracker App.
Create an NDT ProTracker AccountNDT ProTracker helps you track your hours, but is not required and does not report hours directly to ASNT Certification Services.
How to Recertify Your 9712 Level II Certification by Examination
If you can’t document 100 points during your current certification period—or if you’ve reached the 10-year mark—you can recertify by retaking the method examination for each Level II method certification you hold.
If you’re recertifying by examination:
You must take and pass the method practical exam before your certification expiration date. We recommend scheduling six months in advance.
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Regardless of your recertification path, ASNT offers exceptional learning opportunities designed and taught by leading NDT experts.
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After your renewal is processed, your MyASNT record will be updated to show your new expiration date.
You or your employer can verify your certification by searching the certificate holder directory in MyCert.
You will receive an email notification to download a new digital badge via email in four to six weeks.
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