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ASNT NDT Level III Recertification

Maintain your certification, your knowledge, and your advanced professional standing in the nondestructive testing profession.

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Keep Your Competitive Advantage with NDT Level III Certification

In the NDT profession—a calling that demands cutting-edge technical knowledge and skilled execution—maintaining your credentials is a smart move.

Guidelines for ASNT NDT Level III Certification Renewal

ASNT NDT Level III 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.

Simplify Multiple Renewals by Equalizing Your Certifications

If you hold ASNT NDT Level III certifications for multiple methods, you can make it easier to keep track of them by renewing them all at once.

Equalizing your certifications enables you to renew any ASNT NDT Level III certificates when your earliest certificate expires.

When renewing your NDT Level III certification, enter your experience and points, choose to equalize other methods, and pay the fee for those methods along with the application fee. All equalized certificates will have the same expiration date.

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ASNT NDT Level III Renewal Fees

When you renew by points, fees are based on the number of methods you are renewing.

When you recertify Level III certification by exam, you must complete all requirements and pass all examinations by your certification expiration date.

  • You don’t have to retake the NDT Basic exam if you hold a valid ASNT NDT Level III certification.

  • You must retake the exam for each method you want to renew.

You can pay all applicable fees by credit card, wire transfer, or check.

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Fees for Renewal by Points

Number of Methods Renewing ASNT Member Total Fee Nonmember Total Fee
1 Method $420 $500
2 Methods $525 $685
3 Methods $630 $870
4 Methods $735 $1,055
5 Methods $840 $1,240
6 Methods $945 $1,425
7 Methods $1,050 $1,610
8 Methods $1,155 $1,795
9 Methods $1,260 $1,980
10 Methods $1,365 $2,165
11 Methods $1,470 $2,350
12 Methods $1,575 $2,535

 

Fees for Recertification by Exam

Exam Type ASNT Member Total Fee Nonmember Total Fee
Acoustic Emission (AE) $535 $615
Electromagnetic Testing (ET) $535 $615
Infrared/Thermal (IR) $515 $595
Leak Testing (LT) $535 $615
Magnetic Flux Leakage Testing (MFL) $515 $595
Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) $515 $595
Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) $515 $595
Radiographic Testing (RT) $535 $615
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) $535 $615
Visual Testing (VT) $515 $595

 

Tip: Reduce Costs and Increase Professional Engagement

Did you know that ASNT members get discounts on renewal/recertification fees?

Even better, your membership keeps you in touch with opportunities to learn, share your knowledge, and advance the NDT profession.

Explore the benefits and become a member today!

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Application vs. Exam: Understand Your NDT Level III Renewal Options

Once you become Level III certified, you can keep your certification current either by application with continued active experience and points or by retaking your exams.

How to Renew Your NDT Level III Certification 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.

Track your points as you earn them in MyCert.

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Requirement 1: Collect 25 Points that Demonstrate Active Growth

ASNT’s points system enables you to document ongoing learning and commitment to your NDT practice.

You need to obtain a minimum of 25 points 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.

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Contribute to ASNT Publications

Earn points as an ASNT author or reviewer.

Attend NDT-Related Events

Earn points when you attend ASNT meetings or other NDT-related meetings.

Requirement 2: Active Employment in Level III Functions

Maintain continued, active employment in nondestructive testing, performing Level III functions related to the methods you are renewing for at least 36 months of the 60-month valid certification period.

Document Employment

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Tracking work hours in the field? Document them in real-time in the NDT ProTracker App.

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NDT ProTracker helps you track your hours, but is not required and does not report hours directly to ASNT Certification Services.

How to Recertify Your NDT Level III Certification by Examination

If you can’t document 25 points during your current certification period, you can recertify by retaking the method examination for each Level III method certification you hold.

If you’re recertifying by examination:

  • You don’t have to retake the Level III Basic exam—just the relevant method exams—as long as you hold at least one valid ASNT NDT Level III certificate at the time of examination.

  • You must retake and pass all your exams before your certification expiration date. We recommend scheduling six months in advance.

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Stay Informed—and On Top of Best Practices

Regardless of your recertification path, ASNT offers exceptional learning opportunities designed and taught by leading NDT experts.

Explore on-demand, virtual, and live training—as well as certification exam prep courses—for continuing education and practical instruction on modern NDT methods and technologies.

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What’s Next?

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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Have Additional Questions? Need Help?

Reach out to ASNT Certification Services for answers about eligibility, the certification renewal process, or planning for and taking exams.

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