Non-Destructive Testing Apprentice

During the Non-Destructive Testing Engineering Technician apprenticeship, the applicant will gain PCN qualifications that are internationally recognised. The applicant will also have the opportunity to shadow existing NDT technicians on and off site.

• Individuals will be prepared with the skills and techniques to eventually take on a role within the NDT function
• They will use non-destructive testing to evaluate the properties of the steel we produce for characteristic differences or defects
• They will shadow existing NDT technicians both on and offsite, building up experience hours towards PCN qualifications

The apprenticeship programme is designed to gain skills and technical expertise to become a certified NDT Engineering Technician in three NDT Methods. This includes health and safety training, 1-to-1 mentoring, seminars, practical work experience sessions, and on-the-job training.

The candidates will keep records of their learning and experience throughout the programme and create a project report. The project will then be presented at the end-point assessment.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship scheme, further PCN qualifications may be gained. 

Qualifications include:

• Internationally recognised certification in Level 2 NDT methods i.e.: Magnetic Testing/Penetrant Testing/Visual Testing
• Non - Destructive Testing Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard qualification