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Knowing how to prepare can set you on track to earn your CWI credential on the first try. The CWI exam is meant to be robust and challenging to lay the groundwork for critical responsibilities. Failing to properly inspect and qualify welds can jeopardize the integrity of the building, vehicle, appliance, or other product being manufactured, not to mention result in lost money, property, and possibly lives. In many ways, CWIs have the weight of the world on their shoulders.
The minimum work time decreases for those with a two- or four-year degree in a variety of engineering and welding-related education, but having experience as a welder is essential. The minimum requirement for work experience and education for taking the CWI exam is five years of work in the welding industry and a high school diploma or GED. Becoming a CWI means that you have demonstrated knowledge, skill, and ability in content areas such as evaluating weldments, solving problems, and determining remedial action. Industry professionals who earn their CWI certification often are highly regarded and sought after. The CWI designation is one of the most respected professional credentials in the welding industry. More than 90,000 people have become CWIs since 1976, when the American Welding Society (AWS) introduced the credential.
Knowing how to prepare for the CWI exam can set you on track to earn the credential on the first try.