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IRRSP Recertification

Maintain your Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP) certification, your knowledge, and your professional standing in the nondestructive testing profession.

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Keep Your Competitive Advantage with IRRSP

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

Guidelines for IRRSP Recertification

IRRSP certifications must be recertified every five years by exam.

  • Your certification expires on the last day of the month listed on your digital badge or certificate.

  • You can submit your recertification application up to six months before the expiration date.

  • Be sure to submit your recertification application and payment at least 60 days before your expiration date.

IRRSP Recertificaiton Fees

When you recertify your IRRSP certification, 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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Fees for Recertification

Exam Type ASNT Member Total Fee Nonmember Total Fee
Radioactive Materials (RAM) $300 $325
X-ray (XR) $300 $325
Combo (RAM/XR) $300 $325

 

Retake Fees 

Exam Type ASNT Member Total Fee Nonmember Total Fee
Radioactive Materials (RAM) $260 $285
X-ray (XR) $260 $285
Combo (RAM/XR) $260 $285

 

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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Understand How to Recertify

Once you become IRRSP certified, you can keep your certification current by taking the computer-based exam.

Before getting started, candidates are encouraged to:

Update Your Email Address

Confirm your email address is correct in our system to ensure you receive your certification materials.

Review Your Address

Review Agreements

As part of the online application process, you will need to agree to the Code of Ethics and complete the confirmation statement.

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Preview Confirmation Statement

Requirement: Complete Written Exam

You can recertify by retaking the written examination for each IRRSP certification you hold.

If you’re recertifying:

  • You must take and pass your computer-based exam before your certification expiration date.

  • Submit a color photo headshot.

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 recertification 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 recertification process, or planning for and taking exams.

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