Congratulations on achieving your certification with AWS! Think about the work and time that was required to pass those tests. Now that you have the built a foundation of knowledge, continuing your education is important and can be very beneficial. You have already passed the hardest test in the industry so don't be hesitant to continue. Increasing expertise in areas related to inspection can help you in your job, gain recognition from your superiors and even give you an edge to advance your career further.
It is very easy to get started on the path of CWI and not have time to look up when things get rolling from job to job. As a CWI or SCWI, continued certification with AWS requires a renewal application every 3 years along with a new visual acuity form. The 9th year renewal process requires additional steps. The choice is either to take the current Part B Practical examination, take an endorsement test or earn a minimum of 80 hours from additional training during the 9 year period, of which 20 must be earned in the 6-9 year timeframe. Of course, taking the Part B again or taking another test doesn't appeal to many but the last thing you want to happen is to let your certification expire.
Hint: Courses on this page can be used toward renewal of your CWI or SCWI without having to take the AWS exams.
APPLICATIONS OF VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION - CWI/SCWI 40 HOURS
Learn the Welding Inspector's job. Enjoy one full week of hand-on instruction covering all aspects of welding inspection in our shop and classroom facility in Ellijay, GA. The simulated job begins with drawings and materials and ends with NDT and hydro-testing. Qualification of a welding procedure and every stage of welding inspection will be performed and documented. Before stepping out into the world of inspection with a new CWI card, get prepared and also collect 40 hours of training toward the CWI renewal. This course is conducted in the shop and classroom so bring appropriate clothing.
Pre-requisite: CWI or successful completion of Fundamentals of Welding Inspection.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 02/17/25 | 02/21/25 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 06/09/25 | 06/13/25 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 11/03/25 | 11/07/25 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $1050.00 in Classroom
WELDING PROCEDURE FUNDAMENTALS - 40 HOURS
Increase Your Understanding Of Welding Procedure And Welder Qualification To AWS D1 .1, AWS D1.5, ASME Section IX and API 1104 By Taking This Course. Students learn how to determine requirements for procedure qualification, document welding parameters and develop the Welding Procedure, Procedure Qualification Record and Welder Performance Qualification Record. This course involves many practical exercises to develop skills in applying technical requirements of the source documents as well as focus on the details required of documentation.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 05/05/25 | 05/09/25 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 08/04/25 | 08/08/25 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 09/01/25 | 09/05/25 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
| 10/27/25 | 10/31/25 | Ellijay, GA | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900.00 in Classroom
ASME SECTION IX, B31.1 and B31.3 - 40 HOURS
Learn How To Use The ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3
Join us to study ASME Section IX B31.1 and B31.3 in the classroom. Welding Procedures and Welders Qualification Records are important to welding inspection. You should know what you are looking at and how it was developed. Also, walk through the B31.1 and B31.3 to learn the layout and apply the criteria to real welded pieces. Great learning experience for new inspectors.
| StartDate | EndDate | Location | Link to Class |
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| 03/10/25 | 03/14/25 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $900.00 in Classroom $450.00 Online 120 Days
ADVANCED VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION FOR CWI/SCWI INSPECTORS
Have You Had Your CWI For Awhile And Ready To Move Up? Take a closer look at what goes on at a higher level. From project start to finish this course will dig deeper into the experienced Welding Inspector’s role in fabrication. This is an Advanced level course in Material Procurement, Drawings, WPS/PQR and Welder Certifications, Visual Inspection Criteria and Nondestructive Procedures and involves Hands-on applications.
| Start Date | End Date | Location | Link to Class |
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| 03/10/25 | 03/14/25 | Hempstead, TX | Click Here to Pre-Register |
Price: $1050.00 in Classroom/Shop
CERTIFIED WELDING SUPERVISOR PREPARATORY (CWS) - 40 HOURS
Gain Valuable Information To Improve Production and Quality. This preparatory course concentrates on the knowledge needed to improve weld quality, increase productivity and provide a safe and efficient welding environment. Not a course in welding inspection but from the production aspect instead. A battery of over 1000 questions will be formally asked and answered during the course. Application for testing should be sent directly to AWS for this certification. This course is offered online or can be scheduled for companies upon request.
Price: $450.00 Online 120 Days
9 YEAR SCWI OR CWI RECERTIFICATION WORKSHOP 80 HOURS
Renew Your SCWI Or CWI Without AWS Exams! This course is designed for individuals at the 9th, 18th or 27th year who intend to renew their SCWI or CWI certification with training hours instead of retesting. This course will challenge the inspector's knowledge in welding inspection and use of codes, standards and specifications and involves the attendee in progressively more difficult problem-solving exercises. Course topics are taken from AWS B5.1. Application for renewal/recertification must be sent directly to AWS.
Price: $1250.00 In Classroom $750.00 Online 120 Days
ENDORSEMENT COURSES FOR SCWI AND CWI - 40 HOURS ONLINE
These courses are specifically designed for SCWI or CWI/CWE endorsement testing to develop skills to identify pertinent information provided, quickly locate the appropriate section of the Code to be used and accurately interpret Code requirements. Courses are available for the following Codes/Standards: ASME Section IX, ASME B31.1 and B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5 or API 1104. Students are required to provide their own Code or Standard to be used during the course and the examination. These courses are offered online with lecture, quizzes, and examinations. Application for testing must be completed on the AWS application portal. Registration forms for course must be sent to Real Educational Services. Courses Are Available for the Following Codes/Standards:
ASME Section IX, B31.1 and B31.3
AWS D1.1
AWS D1.5
API 1104
Price: $450.00 Online 120 Days
Class Start Time
All classes begin at 8am and run a minimum of 8 hours each scheduled day. Certification preparatory courses are designed to cover a certain amount of material each day and may take beyond 8 hours. These courses also include a substantial amount of homework.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation more than 6 weeks prior to the first day of class: Refund paid amount less $275.
Cancellation more than 2 weeks prior to the first day of class: Refund ½ of paid amount less $275.
Cancellation within 2 weeks prior to the first day of class or no-show: Forfeit all fees.