AMPP Coatings Inspector Program
The newly revised, AMPP Coatings Inspector Program is the result of over 30 years of coating inspection certification excellence from NACE and SSPC. Organizations worldwide recognize and specify its predecessors — NACE Coatings Inspector Certification Program (CIP) and SSPC Protective Coatings Inspector® (PCI) programs. The curriculum is still extensive under AMPP and continues to provide a solid coatings foundation that strengthens the industry's inspectors and their practices by combining classroom study, discussion, and hands-on practice.
For Who
This program is designed for anyone interested in a career in coatings inspection or who wants to learn more about protective coatings for a variety of assets (pipelines, storage tanks, key infrastructure, and more).
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This program is designed for:
Coatings Inspectors
Specifiers, Owner’s representatives, and Technical salesmen
Coatings Applicators and Blasters
CIP Level 1 Certification
The level 1 course covers the technical and practical fundamentals of coating inspection work. Students will be prepared to perform basic coating inspections using non-destructive techniques and instrumentation.
After completion of the level 1 course, become certified with a Basic Coatings Inspector Certification. A basic coatings certification grants you the backing of the AMPP Coating Inspector Program companies ask for by name.
Classroom instruction is comprised of lectures, group exercises, case studies and hands-on practical labs. Students will also participate in real-life inspection projects that are designed to apply course concepts to the job site by focusing on inspection procedures and proper instrument use, situation problem solving, inaccurate specifications and strengthening the relationship between the inspector and other team members.
Learning objectives
Course completion
To receive a training Certificate of Completion and continuing education units (CEUs) students must attend the entire course and successfully pass each learning assessment, including the hands-on practical exam given on the last day of class
Who should pursue and apply?
Although specifically designed for coating inspector trainees, this program benefits anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of coatings and inspection including:
Step To Register
Certification candidates have four (4) years to complete all requirements, including successful completion of the exam, and an approved application with the required work experience and education requirements.
*Please note that the CIP Level 1 course and the Basic Coatings Inspector Certification reflect the best of both the SSPC PCI Level 1 and NACE CIP Level 1 legacy programs.
1
Enroll and complete course requirements
2
Take required exams
Certification Exam – Basic Coating Inspector Practical exam administered in the classroom.
Practical Exam Preparation Guide
Note: This exam is delivered as part of the AMPP CIP Level 1 course
Note: This exam is available on Computer Based Testing (CBT) at Pearson Virtual University Enterprises (VUE). AMPP offers exam preparation guides to help you prepare for your written exam.
3
Agree to AMPP terms of service
Current NACE CIP and SSPC PCI cardholders have been moved into the new AMPP Coatings Inspector Program. To receive your AMPP Coating Inspector credential, you will need to login to My Certification Portal and accept the new terms and conditions. Going forward, you will only need to maintain your AMPP credential. If you have any questions, please contact Customer Support.
CIP Level 2 Certification
Completing the Coating Inspector Program (CIP) Level 2 Course is the first step to earning the Certified Coatings Inspector Certification. The CIP Level 2 Course provides instruction on documenting and performing non-destructive and destructive inspections, as well as inspection of different surfaces and non-liquid coatings.
A Certified Coatings Inspector can perform coating inspections on any substrate using nondestructive and destructive testing for liquid and non-liquid coatings under indirect supervision of a Senior Certified Coatings Inspector.
Classroom instruction is comprised of lectures, discussions, group exercises, and hands-on labs. Students will also participate in case studies based on real-life situations that focus on problem solving and team dynamics related to the inspection process.
Learning objectives
Course completion
To receive a training Certificate of Completion and continuing education units (CEUs) students must attend the entire course and successfully pass each learning assessment, including the hands-on practical exam given on the last day of class.
Who should pursue and apply?
Basic Coatings Inspectors seeking Certified Coatings Inspector knowledge or certification and will be responsible for performing and documenting non-destructive/destructive inspections of liquid and non-liquid coatings to any substrate in a shop or field setting, under the supervision of a Senior Certified Coatings Inspector.
Step To Register
Certification candidates have four (4) years to complete all requirements, including successful completion of the exam, and an approved application with the required work experience and education requirements.
1
Meet work experience requirement
2 years verifiable coatings related work experience.
Note: Please review the Accepted Work Experience Requirements
2
Enroll and complete course requirements
3
Meet certification requirements
Note: Certification candidates must apply for this certification by submitting an on-line application which is subject to approval.
4
Take required exams
Note: This exam is delivered as part of the NACE CIP Level 2 course
Note: This exam is available on Computer Based Testing (CBT) at Pearson Virtual University Experience (VUE)
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