Corrosion Technologist Certification

CERTIFICATION

Corrosion Technologist Certification

Elevate your corrosion career with a Corrosion Technologist Certification — designed for experienced professionals who master theory, prevention, and advanced corrosion control techniques.

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Corrosion Technologist Certification
Delivery

In-Person

Languages

English

Certification

Valid for 3 years

Overview

This certification is for seasoned corrosion practitioners with a deep understanding of key domains like cathodic protection, protective coatings, material selection, internal corrosion, and chemical treatment. With a minimum of 4 years of verifiable corrosion‑related experience, you’ll demonstrate your ability to apply corrosion theory to real-world problems and execute responsible work under the direction of senior personnel. 

Once certified, you’re recognized as an advanced corrosion professional capable of contributing to design, prevention, and monitoring strategies across complex environments.

Who it's for

  • Metallurgists
  • Corrosion and Equipment Engineers
  • Design Engineers
  • Supervisors / Foreman

Steps to certification

  1. Work experience and education requirements

    4 years of verifiable corrosion-related work experience

  2. Course and application requirements

    Approved Corrosion Technologist Application

    Successful completion of the Ethics for the Corrosion Professional course or an equivalent training

  3. Core exam requirements

    Certification Exam – Corrosion Technologist Exam

Looking to renew your certification?

Visit My Certification Portal to log and manage your work experience and Professional Development Hours (PDH's) needed. Your work experience and PDH's will be submitted as part of your renewal application but you can input PDH's at any time.

View Renewal Guide  |  My Certification Portal

Alternative certification path two

  1. Work experience and education requirements

    4 years of verifiable corrosion-related work experience

  2. Application requirements

    Approved Corrosion Technologist Application

  3. Core course, certification, and exam requirements

    Corrosion Technician Certification
    - OR -
    Corrosion Foundations Micro-Credential

    - AND the following:
    One Certification from Menu A below
    One Course from Menu B below

Menu A:

  • CP Tester Certification
  • CP Technician Certification
  • CP Technologist Certification
  • CP Specialist Certification

Menu B:

  • CIP Level 1 Course

Certification candidates have four (4) years to complete all requirements, including a successful completion of the exam, and an approved application with the required work experience and education requirements.

Guides and resources

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Certification resources

Ethics for the corrosion professional

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US: 1-800-797-6223
International: +1-281-228-6200

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