When beginning your NDT journey, one of the most critical decisions is selecting the correct certification scheme. The landscape is often confusing, primarily divided between the SNT-TC-1A (ASNT) employer-based system and the ISO 9712 (PCN) central certification system. This decision impacts where you can work and which industries will recognize your credentials.
This blog provides a simple, objective breakdown of the two major systems. We discuss the eligibility requirements, the structure of the exams, and the global recognition associated with each. Whether your goal is work in a specific local fab shop or on an offshore rig internationally, this post helps you select the correct pathway. At BIT NDT, we are uniquely positioned to offer both ASNT and PCN preparatory training, ensuring you are certified to the standards your career demands.
