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Exam & certification

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TES Canada is a BINDT approved exam centre and CWB certified training provider — delivering certification programs recognized globally across oil & gas, pipeline, power generation, construction, and manufacturing.

BINDT Approved Exam CentreCWB Certified ProviderPCN · ISO 9712 ExamsASNT AlignedAWS CWI Dual pathway
Globally accepted
PCN, CWB and ASNT certifications recognised by employers worldwide
Career advancing
Verified competence that opens doors across Canada and internationally
Exam at your site
Exams conducted at your facility alongside in-house training delivery

Certifying bodies

Exams & certifications offered through TES Canada

TES Canada delivers exams and certification programs through BINDT (PCN), CWB Group, and ASNT-aligned programs — covering advanced NDT, welding inspection, and welding supervision.

PCN
British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing
BINDT approved exam centrewww.bindt.org

The Personnel Certification in Non-Destructive Testing (PCN) scheme, administered by BINDT, is one of the most respected NDT certification programs in the world — aligned with ISO 9712 and accepted by major operators globally. TES Canada is an approved BINDT exam centre.

Certifications available

PAUT Level 2
Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing — ISO 9712 / PCN aligned. Written and practical examination conducted at your site.
NDT
TOFD Level 2
Time of Flight Diffraction — ISO 9712 / PCN aligned. Written and practical examination conducted at your site.
NDT
CWB
Canadian Welding Bureau
CWB certified providerwww.cwbgroup.org

The Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB Group) is Canada's authority for welding certification — operating under CSA standards. TES Canada is a CWB certified training and inspection company. Through our CWB Group partnership, welding inspectors may qualify for AWS CWI status through reciprocity.

Certifications available

Welding Inspector L2
CSA W178.2 — written and practical examination. Dual pathway to AWS CWI via reciprocity.
Welding
Welding Inspector L1
CWB entry-level welding inspection certification — foundation for L2 progression.
Welding
Welding Supervisor — Steel
CSA W47.1 — welding supervisor certification for steel structures and fabrication.
Welding
Welding Supervisor — Aluminum
CSA W47.2 — welding supervisor certification for aluminum fabrication and structures.
Welding
ASNT
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
ASNT aligned programswww.asnt.org

ASNT provides the most widely referenced NDT personnel qualification frameworks in North America — SNT-TC-1A and CP-189. TES Canada PAUT and TOFD training programs are aligned with ASNT requirements.

Certifications available

PAUT Level 2
Training aligned with SNT-TC-1A and CP-189 requirements for PAUT Level II qualification.
NDT
TOFD Level 2
Training aligned with SNT-TC-1A and CP-189 requirements for TOFD Level II qualification.
NDT

TES Canada certificates

Course completion certificates

In addition to third-party certification exams, TES Canada issues its own certificates of completion for specialist engineering and pipeline programs.

Fitness for Service (FFS)

TES Canada certificate of completion for the FFS program to API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 2016 — covering Level 1 and Level 2 assessment methods.

Risk Based Inspection (RBI)

TES Canada certificate of completion for RBI to API 580/581 and ASME — for plant engineers, corrosion engineers, and inspectors.

Engineering Critical Assessment (ECA)

TES Canada certificate of completion for ECA to BS 7910 / DNV OS-F101 — for integrity, pipeline, and safety engineers.

Onshore Pipeline Engineering

TES Canada certificate of completion covering ASME B31.4/8, API 1102/1104, and BS PD 8010-1 design and engineering principles.

Subsea Pipeline Engineering

TES Canada certificate of completion aligned with DNV-OS-F101 and associated recommended practices for subsea pipeline design.

Pipeline Defect Assessment

TES Canada certificate of completion for defect assessment to DNV RP-F101, BS 7910, API 579, and ASME B31G/RSTRENG.

Risk-Based Pipeline Integrity Management

TES Canada certificate of completion covering pipeline integrity management to CSA Z662, ASME B31.8S, API 1160, and DNV RP-F116.

WPS / PQR — ASME Section IX

TES Canada CPD certificate of completion for welding engineers and QA/QC professionals in WPS and PQR development and qualification.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites & experience requirements

CertificationBodyExperienceKey prerequisite
PAUT Level 2PCN / ASNTMin. UT Level 1 or equivalent NDT backgroundCV submission and employer verification
TOFD Level 2PCN / ASNTMin. UT Level 1 or equivalent NDT backgroundCV submission and employer verification
Welding Inspector L1CWBBasic understanding of welding processesCV submission
Welding Inspector L2CWBL1 certification or equivalent industry experienceCV submission and employer verification
Welding Supervisor — SteelCWBWelding industry experience in supervisory or technical roleCV submission and employer verification
Welding Supervisor — AluminumCWBWelding industry experience with aluminum fabricationCV submission and employer verification
Engineering courses (FFS, RBI, ECA, Pipeline)TES CanadaEngineering or inspection background in oil & gas or industrial sectorCV submission and employer verification

Getting certified

How the process works

1

Contact TES Canada

Reach out via the enquiry form or call our training team to discuss which certification is right for your role and experience level.

2

Submit your CV

Send your CV to info@tescan.ca. All experience must be verified by your current or previous employer before enrolment is confirmed.

3

Complete training

Attend the relevant TES Canada training program — delivered in-house at your facility. Comprehensive course notes and study materials included.

4

Sit the exam

Written and practical exams conducted at your site. Results submitted to BINDT or CWB for formal certification issuance. TES Canada certificates issued directly.

Ready to get certified?

Contact our training team to discuss the right certification pathway for your role and experience.

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