The following 2021 training classes are still available are still available for enrollment:
Authorized Inspector Commission (AI) -- November 1-12, 2021
Inspector Supervisor (B/O) -- December 6-10, 2021
Individuals interested in enrolling in these classes may do so by emailing training@nationalboard.org.
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The 2022 Training Calendar is now available. Please check the location for each class before enrolling, as remote and in-person delivery is now available for many courses. All students must be enrolled prior to the first day of class. On-site enrollments are not accepted. 

Class sizes will remain slightly smaller than normal so students may continue to maintain social distancing in the classroom. We anticipate being able to add more seats to each class as soon as possible.

Examinations for remote-delivery classes are offered as follows:
-- For IS and AI commission exams in 2021, students may request an exam through PSI/AMP, at the National Board, or a participating National Board U.S. and Canadian member jurisdiction;
-- For B, N, NS, and R Endorsement exams in 2021, students may sit for an exam through Prometric, at the National Board office, or a participating National Board U.S. and Canadian member jurisdiction. Those wishing to take an exam at Prometric must register to do so through the National Board's Business Center.
-- NEW in 2022, ALL National Board examinations (AI and IS Commissions, B, R, N, NS, I, and C Endorsements) be available at Prometric. PSI/AMP will no longer administer commission exams beginning in 2022.


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Course Name 
Course Description 
ExpandAuthorized Inspector Commission Course (AI)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   AI Commission, PEI ASME Construction
Course Length:  10 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  7.2

In-Person Tuition:   $3,200 USD
Remote Tuition:   $3,700 USD

Synopsis: This course introduces design, material quality control, and manufacturing process requirements as described in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections I and IV for boilers and ASME Section VIII, Division 1 for pressure vessels. This course exposes students to nondestructive examination, welding, and quality system requirements, and is essential for individuals seeking to perform inspections during construction of boilers and pressure vessels constructed to ASME Code.


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ExpandAuthorized Nuclear Inservice Inspector Course (I)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   I Endorsement
Course Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  3.5

In-Person Tuition:   $1,600 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,850 USD

Synopsis: This course covers nuclear inservice inspection in addition to jurisdictional and Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements. Also addressing the National Board Inspection Code, this training  is essential for keeping an Authorized Nuclear Inservice Inspector (ANII) abreast of acceptance standards, nondestructive examination procedures, health physics, quality assurance, welding, and reporting requirements of ASME Boiler and Pressure Code Section IX.


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ExpandAuthorized Nuclear Inspector (Concrete) Course (C)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  20121
Related Credential:   C Endorsement
Course Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  3

In-Person Tuition:   $1,600 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,850 USD

Synopsis: This course covers the fundamentals of concrete construction and inspection, as outlined in ASME QAI-1, Qualifications for Authorized Inspection, with an emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of the Inspector performing related inspections.


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ExpandAuthorized Nuclear Inspector Course (N)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   N Endorsement
Course Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  2.8

In-Person Tuition:    $1,600 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,850 USD

Synopsis: This course covers ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III, Div. 1, Rules for Construction of Nuclear Facility Components requirements for classification of components and design of nuclear power plant items as it relates to the Inspector's duties and responsibilities. This training also includes sessions on welding requirements, nondestructive examination, impact testing, material requirements, and design.


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ExpandAuthorized Nuclear Inspector Supervisor Course (NS)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   NS Endorsement
Course Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  2.7

In-Person Tuition:   $1,600 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,850 USD

Synopsis:  This course discusses the duties of a nuclear technical supervisor; the principles, techniques, and tools used in monitoring inspection activities; the requirements of auditing quality systems; and responsibilities for evaluating tests and examinations. Additionally, students are introduced to radiation health physics requirements.


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ExpandInservice Inspector Commission Course (IS)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   IS Commission; PEI Inservice
Course Length:  10 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  8

In-Person Tuition:   $3,200 USD
Remote Tuition:   $3,700 USD

Synopsis:This course provides a detailed understanding of the duties and responsibilities of those performing inservice inspections. During this course students are introduced to pressure equipment terminology and systems; nondestructive examination fundamentals; controls and safety devices; acceptance requirements of pressure relief devices; installation and inspection plans; and stamping and data reports.


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ExpandInspector Supervisor Course (B)(O)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   B Endorsement; O Endorsement
Course Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  2.7

In-Person Tuition:   $1,600 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,850 USD

Synopsis: This course is designed to qualify individuals to provide technical supervision of Authorized Inspectors and Owner/User Inservice Inspectors and includes topics common to all supervisors.

NOTE: The O Endorsement training will only be held during the June 6-10, 2022 class.


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ExpandPressure Relief Valve Repair Seminar (VR)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   None
Seminar Length:  5 days (M-F)
IACET CEUs Issued:  2.6

In-Person Tuition:   $1,600 USD
Off-Site Tuition:   $1,700 USD

Synopsis: This Seminar -- geared toward inspectors, quality control personnel, and supervisors -- covers the inspection, assembly, and repair of pressure relief valves. Also reviewed during this training is the National Board VR Accreditation Program as well as the T/O mark for the inservice testing of pressure relief valves.

This seminar is not offered as remote (virtual) delivery.


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ExpandRepair Inspector Course (R)

Delivery:  Instructor-Led Classroom
Code Version:  2021
Related Credential:   R Endorsement; PEI Repair Qualification
Course Length:  4 days (M-Th)
IACET CEUs Issued:  2.0

In-Person Tuition:   $1,300 USD
Remote Tuition:   $1,550 USD

Synopsis: This course provides inspectors performing repair inspections with an understanding of the inspection requirements for repairs and alterations to boilers and pressure vessels.


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