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EXAMINATIONS

Visual Testing Inspection (PCN) – Recertification

If your current VT PCN Level 2 qualification is due to expire, you have reached the right page! 

 

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Please note: All PCN recertification examinations must be completed no later than 6 weeks prior to the expiry date of qualification.

Check your latest PCN recertification date here:

(link to 6 week latest date for recertification checker? )

If you are within the 6 week period please click here: (deferral page link)

Pre-Requisites

Holds a valid/current VT Qualification (in applicable level/scheme you are applying for).

BINDT PSL57B Application – Download Here

Interested in Refresher Training?

INTERESTED IN REFRESHER TRAINING?

We find that candidates who book at least a half or 1 day of refresher training prior to their recertification examination feel more confident in attempting the renewal examination.

Whats included in refresher training?

By booking in refresher training, the student will receive a refresher on elements that may be covered in the recertification examination. This may include theory, written instruction or practical samples. With guidance of our NDT Trainers students can choose to refresher using mock theory papers, mock written instruction assessments or be set up with practical samples to test and report on using technical instruction. Students will be provided with a brief summary on their performance prior to the student sitting the examination.

Please note: Refresher Training is not a one-to-one basis. The Students refresher training elements (e.g. theory papers, samples etc.) will be initially be set up by the NDT Trainer who will be available to answer any questions between their respective duties.

Certification

For certification/examination results notice timescales, please refer to the links below:

  • Examination Results Notice Timeline

Exam Information

Scheme : PCN
Level : Level 2
Sector : Pre & In-Service Inspection (Multi)
Exam Type : Recertifaction

Exam Content

This PCN recertification examination may consist of the following elements as per BINDT Appendix E5 General Requirements:

  • Prelims
  • Written instruction
  • 3 practical samples:
    • 1x weld sample
    • 1x forged sample
    • 1x cast sample

Duration

The duration for this examination will be approx. 4-5 hours.

Price

Prices Start from £400 + VAT.

All examination costs include the PCN Certification Admin Fee and PED Admin Fee.

Availability

We will try to accommodate your preferred date, but this is not guaranteed.

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