Certification: Material Selection/Design Specialist

This certification is geared toward individuals who are experienced, knowledgeable and capable of performing work at an advanced level in both the theory and practice of corrosion prevention and control, and who are capable of performing work at an advanced level in the materials selection/design field.

Application Procedure

An application must be submitted prior to taking the examination only option to allow time for NACE to verify work experience requirements. This is an open-book proctored exam. If seeking certification through the parallel path option, an application may be submitted upon successful completion of the required NACE course, for verification of work experience requirements.

Requirements Necessary to Achieve Certification

Option 1

  • Application - Materials Selection/Design Specialist
and
  • Certification - Senior Corrosion Technologist
and

Option 2

  • Application - Materials Selection/Design Specialist
and
  • Req - Bachelor's Degree in Physical Sciences or Engineering
and
and one of the following:
  • Req - BA with Advanced Degree in Physical Sciences or Engineering
  • Req - Engineer-in-Training Registration or Equivalent
  • Req - Professional Engineer's License
and
  • 4 Years Work Experience in Responsible Charge
Recertification Fees
NACE Members: $140.00
Non-members: $350.00
Recertification Requirements
  • Professional Devolopment Hours (60)
  • Work Experience Years (1.5)
  • Recertification Application (1)