ASME Welding Certification
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) offers certification to welders. Meeting their standards and acquiring this certification can help welders looking to expand their client base and job opportunities.
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Process
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Potential applicants must contact the ASME for application paperwork and the code books listing the ASME standards for welders. Applicants complete the paperwork and create a welding project for review by the ASME. This project must meet ASME standards.
Cost
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The cost for ASME welding certification is about $20,000 (as of 2010). The review of your project costs $10,000 and the necessary code books cost about $4,500. Certificates needed to prove your certification cost about $800.
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Benefits
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ASME certification reflects well on your skills as a welder internationally (113 countries as of 2010). The ASME lists you in a directory of certified welders, adding to your business opportunities. You will be able to work on any project requiring ASME review.
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