Infrared Thermography Certification

Successfully using infrared (IR) technology requires more than just purchasing a camera- it involves developing the expertise to use it correctly, consistently, and confidently. IR certification training equips operators with the knowledge and practical skills needed to maximize the technology’s value

  • Ensures Proper Camera Operation & Best-Practice Techniques

  • Improves Data Accuracy, Documentation, and Analysis

  • Reduces Avoidable Mistakes & Misinterpretations

  • Builds Understanding of IR Capabilities- and Limitations

  • Enhances Situational Awareness & Safety

As a global organization serving diverse industries and applications, we design our curriculum, examinations, and recertification processes based on internationally recognized standards. These include guidelines from the American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Specifically, we base our curriculum and processes on ASNT SNT-TC-1A, CP-105, ISO 18436, and ISO 9712. Our commitment to quality education and recognition of leading condition monitoring and NDT frameworks ensures that Infrared Training Center certifications are globally respected as the industry gold standard.

Certification Levels

New and Experienced

Level I

Designed for new thermographers and focuses on building a foundation of knowledge in camera operation, basic physics concepts and image interpretation skills.

Experienced

Level II

Expand upon Level I knowledge and comprehension, strengthening imaging and measurement skills with more applications and analytical scenarios.

Advanced

Level III

Designed for the Master Thermographer. Emphasizes problem solving, evaluation and diagnostic processes, and infrared program development.

Recertification: Maintaining your Credential

Thermography certification serves as formal recognition of your infrared expertise. Validating your skills, knowledge, training, and hands-on experience. Recertification ensures you maintain proficiency, stay up to date with evolving IR technologies and industry best practices, and retain credentials that are recognized by organizations and clients worldwide.

Option 1: Course Attendance

You may renew your certification by attending any course at your current level or one level lower.

Guidelines:

  • Present a copy of your current certification.
  • Actively participate in all course requirements, including full course attendance, lab exercises, class discussions, and meeting the required training hours.
  • If your current certification is valid and you are attending the course for recertification in the same discipline, you do not need to take the exam.
  • Your certification will be extended for five (5) years from the date of course completion.



Option 2: Online Examination

Pass a 60-question online recertification exam - no course attendance required.

Guidelines:

  • Not available for expired certifications: This option is only available to individuals with a valid (non-expired) certification. If your certification has fully expired, you must recertify by attending a course and passing the exam.
  • Certification Extension: Qualifying recertifications will be extended 5 years from the date you pass the exam.
  • Passing Score: A minimum score of 75% is required to pass the exam.

Option 3: Online Refresher

Complete an on-demand training and brief 25-question exam. No course attendance required.

Guidelines:

  • Not available for expired certifications: This option is only available to individuals with a valid (non-expired) certification. If your certification has fully expired, you must recertify by attending a course and passing the exam.
  • Certification Extension: Qualifying recertifications will be extended 5 years from the date you pass the exam.
  • Passing Score: A minimum score of 75% is required to pass the exam.

Download our Recertification FAQ