Training Cert Catalog 2021 Final

INDIVIDUAL
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL
TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
FUNDING
AVAILABLE 2021
NAVY
REQUIREMENT
eCOURSE
47QREA19D0018
SSPC is able to offer our training and

certification courses at a discounted
ACCREDITED
COURSE rate to govenment entities.
PREREQUISITES
LAUNGUAGE
SSPC is accredited by the International Association of

Continuing Education and Training (IACET) as an
Authorized Provider. IACET is a non-profit association
dedicated to excellence in continuing education and
training programs. IACET accreditation is the gold
standard in continuing education and the accepted
benchmark by which such programs are measured. www.sspc.org
*Pricing displayed in this catalog is for USA and Canada. Contact your local
SSPC-licensed training provider for accurate pricing if outside those regions.
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION CATALOG 1
Building a Stronger Future
SSPC & NACE are working together for our
Certification & Accreditation Holders
“ With a focus on our members, we are creating an organization

that brings together the best of NACE and SSPC.
”
- Bob Chalker, Chief Executive Officer
How will you be affected?

Visit sspc.org/sspc-nace-updates or
Visit sspc.org/sspc-nace-updates or nace.org/updates
nace.org/updates
to
to learn how we are bringing these programs together
learn how we are bringing these programs together
www.sspc.org 800 Trumbull Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 P:412.281.2331 TF:1.877.281.7772 F:412.444.3591
Change Brings Fresh Ideas and Perspectives

Change is what is happening at SSPC. With the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic and the impending merger of SSPC and NACE,
now is the time to embrace fresh ideas and unique perspectives. The objective of SSPC Training and Certification is to
deliver and develop high-quality and original training and certification programs that are relevant and insightful. The courses
are meant to be engaging and accessible, and at the same time integrative and challenging. SSPC has been adding more
digital courses with a new content strategy to reflect feedback from members who tell us they desire a mix of in-person and
online training.
During the pandemic, SSPC has opened new avenues in offering online options for members and professionals to maintain
certifications and continue their training and education. Platforms like Microsoft Teams, GoTo Webinar, GoTo Meetings,
Skype, and Google Duo have become essential tools in providing proctored exams and instructor-led courses. Certification
exams like the Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS), Coating Applicator Specialist (CAS), and specialty inspector certification
exams are now offered with a virtual proctor. Courses such as the Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1) and Planning
and Specifying Industrial Projects (C2) have virtual instructor-led training options. Members have expressed gratitude and
relief for being able to get and maintain training, certifications, and even retake exams.
Other progressive variations are in the works; one of which is how we administer in-person classes. In addition, SSPC staff
have worked diligently to safely return students to an in-person class setting. We’ve developed a strict set of guidelines that
hosts must follow when they hold classes at their facility. We have also limited class sizes to 10 or less students to ensure
social distancing is being practiced.
My work across SSPC training and certification has a wide range, but my passion has always stood firmly with our
members—our members have the potential to shape how both SSPC and NACE support and transform the industrial
corrosion/protective coatings industry. Joyce Wright, SSPC’s current Board of Governor’s President agreed: “We are and
will continue to be a nonprofit organization that will support the members needs while creating and utilizing new technical
advantages through training, education, and certification.”
As we demand more of ourselves, I would ask our industry to demand more of us. Reach out to Joyce or myself directly to
tell us about your struggles and brag about your successes. Tell us where we ought to pay closer attention, and if we have
not met before, let’s start there. I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to work with so many passionate and talented staff
and members and we could not be where are today without you. I don't think there is a more dynamic, engaged community
anywhere in the world!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Merck
Director of SSPC Training and Certification
Training Deptartment Photo

(back row-left to right): Brian Spahr, Jennifer Merck,
Michele Dunlap (middle row-left to right): Sara Badami,
Lauren Hoffman, Melissa Pinolini (front row-left to right):
Kate White, Gina Merico, Danielle Edmond
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TRAINING & CERTIFICATION COURSES
IN-PERSON & ONSITE COURSES
Abrasive Blasting Certification (C7) ...............................................................................................9
Aerospace Coating Application Specialist Certification Program (ACAS) ..................................10
Aerospace Engineer Coating Application Training (AERO ENG)...................................................11
280+
INSTRUCTORS
Aerospace Maintainer Coating Application Training (AERO MAIN)............................................12
Bridge Coatings Inspector Program (BCI) .....................................................................................13
20+
COUNTRIES
Coast Guard Basic Paint Inspector Course (COAST GUARD) ......................................................14
Coating Application Specialist Certification Program (CAS) .......................................................15
Coating Application Specialist Level 3 Certification....................................................................16
Coating Application Specialist – Refresher (CAS REF)................................................................16
Concrete Coating Application Specialist (CCAS)..........................................................................17
Concrete Coating Inspector Program (CCI) ..................................................................................18
Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1)* .................................................................................19
Ground Vehicle Corrosion/Protective Coatings Course (GROUND VEH)......................................20
Intumescent Fireproofing Coating Application Specialist (FIRE APP)...........................................21
Lead/Hazardous Coatings Removal (C3) ......................................................................................22
Lead/Hazardous Coatings Refresher (C5) ....................................................................................23
Lead Paint Worker Safety (WORKER) ..........................................................................................24
Marine Plural Component Program (MPCAC, C14) ......................................................................25
Master Coatings Inspector Certification (MCI) ............................................................................26
NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) .........................................................................................27
Planning and Specifying Industrial Projects (C2)* .......................................................................28
2020
Plural Component Application for Polyurea & High Solids Coatings (PLURAL) ..........................29 MORE THAN 70 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
1950
Protective Coatings Inspector Program (PCI) Level 1 & 2 ............................................................30

Protective Coatings Inspector Program (PCI) Level 3 ...................................................................31 80,000 TOTAL STUDENTS
TRAINED & CERTIFIED
Protective Coatings Specialist Program (PCS) .............................................................................32
Spray Application Certification (C12) ...........................................................................................33
Surface Preparation & Paint Application for Power Tool Cleaning Operators &
Brush and Roll Paint Applicators (C6) .................................................................................34
Surface Preparation & Paint Application for Shipboard Organizational Level
Corrosion Control (SHIPBOARD)..........................................................................................35
Thermal Spray Applicator Training (THERMAL APP) ...................................................................36
Thermal Spray Inspector Training (THERMAL INSP) ....................................................................37
Trainthepainter (TTP) ....................................................................................................................38
TraintheTrainer (TTT).....................................................................................................................39
Waterjetting Program (C13) .........................................................................................................40
*this course is available as both an onsite and eCourse
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eCOURSES & TRAINING INFORMATION
eCOURSES
Basics of Steel Surface Preparation eCourse (BSSP)...................................................................41
NEW Craftworker eCourses.................................................................................................... 42-43
NEW Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (ABB)..........................................................................42
NEW Applicator Basics eCourse (AB)......................................................................................42
NEW Spray Application Basics eCourse (SAB)........................................................................43
Concrete Coating Basics eCourse (CCB).......................................................................................44
Fundamentals of Coating Application & Inspection eCourse (CTG APP INSP)............................44
NEW Industrial Coatings Safety Management Training eCourse (SAFETY)................................45
Navigating NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 eCourse (009-32).....................................................45
Quality Control Supervisor eCourse (QCS)....................................................................................46
NEW Using SSPC-PA 2 Effectively eCourse (PA 2).......................................................................47
Inspection eCourses................................................................................................................ 48-49
15+
Fireproofing Inspector eCourse (FIRE INSP).............................................................................48
Insulation Inspector eCourse (INSUL INSP).............................................................................49
eCOURSES Pipeline Coating Inspector eCourse (PIPE INSP)......................................................................49
WEBINARS, RECERTIFICATION, & FAQ
20+
LANGUAGES
Membership....................................................................................................................................6
Recertification.................................................................................................................................7
Webinars.......................................................................................................................................46
FAQ.......................................................................................................................................... 48-49
GSA...............................................................................................................................................57
TRAINING INFORMATION
Training Program Categories ........................................................................................................47
Training Licensees .................................................................................................................. 50-51
International Training Information................................................................................................52
Training and Certification Schedule ....................................................................................... 58-62
Training Hosts, Sponsors, and Equipment Suppliers.............................................................. 58-59
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DIFFICULTY Shows the course ACCREDITED This course is recognized by

LEVEL This course is available online. COURSE an accredited organization.
difficulty level eCOURSE See page 7 for more information
DoD Funding is available for This course has prerequisites.

FUNDING this course. GSA
PRICING
GSA Pricing is available for
this course. PREREQUISITES
More information can be found online at
AVAILABLE See page 51 for more information AVAILABLE www.sspc.org/training-and-education/
See page 57 for more information
This course meets Navy A Professional Certification is This course is available in

NAVY
REQUIREMENT requirements. available for this course. LAUNGUAGE multiple languages.
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SSPC MEMBERSHIP
INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
EXPERIENCE BY JOINING WITH SSPC AS A MEMBER!
SSPC Members receive value through:

• Access to industry standards and technical publications Call 412.281.2331, email membership@sspc.org, or
• Exclusive pricing on training and certifications visit www.sspc.org today to secure your SSPC
• Connection to a global network of coatings industry professionals membership and elevate your career!
• Support of a talented, dedicated staff eager to serve you and your team
Consider the following options to stay relevant,

current, and connected:
ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIP (OM) INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP (IM) OPTIONS:

OPTIONS: Individual members of SSPC advance their careers, gain knowledge,
and grow their personal networks through:
Industrial Affiliate • Unlimited access to all SSPC current and historic standards
Tailored to complex organizations with a significant technical staff and SSPC Insider Content
team (82 Flex Points Awarded) • Subscription to the Journal of Protective Coatings & Linings
(JPCL) and access to Paintsquare.com
Sustaining Level • Exclusive member pricing for training, professional
certifications, publications, and merchandise
Ideal for contractors (45 Flex Points Awarded) • Networking and leadership development opportunities
• Plus more
Patron Level 3 Year Packages save you 17%
Perfect for organizations seeking to maximize value (20 Flex Points 2 Year Packages save you 10%
Awarded)
COUNCIL OF FACILITY OWNERS (CFO)

OPTIONS:
CFO Sustaining Level
Created for Facility Owners with multiple structures and/or dedicated
maintenance departments (66 Flex Points Awarded)
CFO Patron Level

Great for water authorities, municipalities, and government entities
specifying SSPC standards and/or certifications (25 Flex Points
Awarded)
FLEX POINTS
Customize your SSPC Organizational Membership using Flex Points to
offset the cost of:
• Publications
• eCourses
• In person training
• Adding additional individual members to your company roster
Are you a PE and need CEU credits?

SSPC CEU credits are now accepted by all state PE boards that require continuing education. Through agreements with state agencies, and also our
continued IACET accreditation our CEUs are able to help Professional Engineers in all states meet their educations requirements. These agreements help
SSPC to support our membership and continue to provide value in many different ways.
If any questions arise, you can contact Jennifer Merck at: merck@sspc.org or 412.281.2331. Refer to your State Licensing board for questions such as record
keeping and additional education requirements.

RECERTIFICATION
RECERTIFY ONLINE
All Certifications That Can Be Renewed Online

Important Note: As of 2018, All certified
Surface Preparation/Coating Application Recertifications students will be due to recertify at the end of
• Abrasive Blasting Certification (C7) their term, on the same month that the student
• Aerospace Coating Application Specialist Certification Program (ACAS) became certified.
• Coating Application Specialist (CAS) New Wallet Card: Format for Recerts: SSPC's
• Concrete Coating Application Specialist (CCAS) certification I.D. card will now indicate the
• Marine Plural Component Program (MPCAC, C14) students original certification year and a Gold
• Plural Component Application for Polyurea and High Solids Star to commemorate their status.
Coatings (PLURAL)
• Protective Coatings Specialist Program (PCS)
• Spray Application Certification (C12)
• Surface Preparation and Paint Application for Power Tool Cleaning (C6) Certification Term & Renewal
• Waterjetting Program (C13) Coatings professionals, certified in the various programs, will be notified
Inspection Recertifications by mail in plenty of time to complete their renewals. Those requiring a
recertification exam must take their recertification open book exam online.
• Bridge Coatings Inspector (BCI) Those who do not successfully recertify within their term will have to retake
• Concrete Coatings Inspector (CCI) the SSPC classroom portion of the program or an SSPC-approved equivalent.
• Fireproofing Inspector (FIRE INSP)
• Insulation Inspector (INSL INSP) Each participant will receive a new wallet photo identification card upon
• NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) successful completion of the recertification process.
• Pipeline Inspector (PIPE INSP) • The recertification process will include a brief open book, written exam,
• Protective Coatings Inspector (PCI) taken online. Candidates must pass the exam with a score of 85%.
• Themal Spray Applicator Training (THERMAL APP) • Certified professionals must document their minimum required hours
• Thermal Spray Inspector Training (THERMAL INSP) of on-the-job experience. This documentation may be listed on the work
Note: Candidate is responsible for sending SSPC updated contact information. experience form that will be sent in your Renewal Packet [work
For any questions regarding recertification, please contact Silvia Palmieri at experience form, application form, requested photo, approved formal
palmieri@sspc.org or 412.281.2331, ext. 2201. training(for CAS only)].
• Multiple notices will be sent to candidates reminding them of their
approaching renewal dates at 6, and 3 months out. If the
individual certification is not renewed before the expiration date the
candidate must re-take the course and Certification Exam to regain
their certification.
Agencies that Recognize SSPC as an Accredited Training/Certification Provider

American Board of Industrial Hygiene Maryland Department of the Environment Repsol Oil and Gas
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) MASS DOT Rina
Army Corps of Engineers Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Saudi Aramco
Greater Chicago
British Petroleum (BP) Missouri Department of the Environment Shell
Caltrans New Jersey Department of the Environment SSPC QP-1
Chevron New Jersey DOT SSPC QP-2
Connecticut DOT New York Board of Professional Engineers Texas DOT
Department of Veterans Affairs New York City School Construction Authority TOTAL FPSO
Exxon NOV TransCanada
Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE) Ohio DOT UK MOD
Florida DOT Pacific Gas & Electirc UK Rail
GE China Panama Canal Authority UK Road Dept.
Illinois Department of the Environment Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission United States Navy
Kentucky DOT Pemex VALE S.A.
Lloyd’s Register Petrobras Virginia Department of the Environment
Maine DOT PetroPeru West Virginia DOT
Malaysian Navy PTT Group
Manila Water Company RASGAS

ELEVATE YOURSELF
25%
THE MAJORITY OF 1ST TIME
SSPC STUDENTS RETURN FOR A
SECOND CERTIFICATION. COURSES HELD
INTERNATIONALLY
640
Take control of your career by getting the training
you need today. Promote your own growth, enhance
your skill set, and set yourself apart from the crowd
TOTAL COURSES
with globally recognized certifications. RAN IN 2020
Everything from coatings basics, to craftworkers, to
project managers, to certified inspectors; there is
always more to learn. TOTAL NUMBER OF CANDIDATES
TRAINED & CERTIFIED PER YEAR
2020 8,000
MORE THAN 70 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
1950
80,000 TOTAL STUDENTS

TRAINED & CERTIFIED
7,000
6,000
16,806 STUDENTS
CURRENTLY HOLD AN
5,000
SSPC CERTIFICATION 4,000
3,500
09
13
17
20
20
20
20
20
DESIGNED TO FIT YOUR NEEDS
SSPC strives to provide certifications to those in the protective coatings industry. There are many ways to take courses and
certifications that fit your needs.
Onsite/Licensee Public Offerings Hands-On Learning eCourses

Bring a course to your facility at Our courses are offered Test your field knowledge. Our We bring the classroom to you.
a time convenient to you or visit throughout the year all around the equipment providers supply the Learn at your own pace from
one of our licensees near you. world. Find one today on pages tools needed to enhance your anywhere in the world. Our
See page 54 – 55 for a full list of 58 – 67 or visit sspc.org. hands on experience. expansive list of online classes
licensees. can be found on pages 41 – 49.
Follow us to learn more and stay up-to-date on courses offered near you.
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C7
ABRASIVE BLASTING CERTIFICATION
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes written exam

NAVY
REQUIREMENT
and hands-on skill assessment)
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM The “Provide Your Own Training”

Program is available for this course.
ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $845 | Non-member: $1,045 See page 61. This course is also
COURSE
available through SSPC-licensed
Credits: 0.75 CEUs providers. See pages 54 – 55 for
PREREQUISITES
contact information.
Certification Term: 5 years
Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at

LAUNGUAGE
shop.sspc.org.
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE
Course Description Course Format

C7 is designed for contractor personnel who wish to obtain The course starts with a classroom overview of fundamentals in
certification, or others who wish to learn about blast cleaning of steel preparation for the written exam, which is then followed by a thorough
and nonferrous surfaces. It covers principles of surface preparation, review and walk-through of abrasive blasting and portable centrifugal
surface cleanliness, surface profile, dust and debris control, and blasting equipment setup and operation. Once the written exam is
abrasives. completed, a tailgate safety meeting is conducted to review safe gun
operating procedures, including troubleshooting and signals, before the
Course Content hands-on session takes place.
• Principles of surface preparation Following the equipment review, the instructors will observe each
• Nozzle abrasive blast cleaning systems (with hands-on session) student as they describe setup procedures and demonstrate their
• Wet abrasive blast cleaning systems (with hands-on session) blasting skills. This format provides candidates with prior blasting
• Abrasives experience an opportunity to achieve blaster certification. This program
• Portable centrifugal (wheel) abrasive blast cleaning systems is not intended for inexperienced blasters. Each candidate will receive
(with hands-on session) a comprehensive manual that includes copies of useful handouts and
• Abrasive blast cleaning nonferrous substrates industry blast cleaning standards. Those who successfully complete
the blaster certification program will receive a certificate and wallet
identification card from SSPC.
Benefits of Attending
After attending this course you will be able to: The written, multiple-choice exam is worth a maximum of 100 points.
The hands-on evaluation is also worth a maximum of 100 points.
• Recognize the basic principles of surface preparation
• Identify proper blast cleaning equipment setup and abrasives used Candidates wishing to achieve the C7 Certification and CEUs must
• Demonstrate proper blast cleaning technique to attend all 16 hours of the course and pass the written exam with a
achieve certification score of 70% and the hands-on exam with a score of 90%.
Note: Students who do not want to receive the C7 Certification can

receive a certificate of attendance by attending the lecture portion of
the training and observing the blaster demonstration.
Who Should Attend

Contractors, facility owners, contractor personnel who wish to obtain
certification, and others who wish to learn about dry abrasive blast
cleaning of steel.
Languages this Course is Offered in:

C7 is available in English, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese,
Arabic, and Bahasa.
ACAS
AEROSPACE COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Advanced
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes hands-on

FUNDING
AVAILABLE
skill assessment)
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $825 | Non-member: $1,025

COURSE
Credits: N/A
PREREQUISITES
GSA
PRICING Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at
AVAILABLE
shop.sspc.org.
Course Description How do I get prerequisite training so I can

SSPC has long recognized that the industrial painting industry is in need become certified to the SSPC ACAS Program?
of a comprehensive craft worker training and certification program
1 Take and pass a formal training course and submit certificate of
designed to create a readily available trained and qualified workforce completion to SSPC. Any successfully completed training course
that will meet ever-increasing facility owner demands for quality work dealing primarily with surface preparation and coating application
completed safely. The industrial painting trade has become a highly for the common substrates used by manufacturers to build
technical profession with the introduction of more sophisticated aircraft that is offered by an IACET certified training organization
coatings and the need for qualified craft workers is greater than ever. or an accredited college, university, or trade school satisfies
the requirement. In addition, the student must have passed a
The SSPC Aerospace Coating Application Specialist Certification written exam and the course must have been taught by a qualified
Program is designed to certify those individual craft workers who have instructor (as determined by SSPC.) SSPC Aerospace Maintainer
experience and training in all aspects of hands-on surface preparation Coating Application Training (pg. 12) is an example of courses that
and coating application to surfaces of aircraft structures, according to would qualify:
the requirements of the SSPC Aerospace Coating Application Specialist
(ACAS) Program.
2 Apply for SSPC ACAS Certification by registering for the exam and
submitting your prerequisite form.
This certification meets the requirements of EPA 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart
HHHHHH. Who Should Attend
Facility owners, contractors and certifying agencies may use this
Facility owners, contractors, or certifying agencies may use this
program for certification of surface preparation and coating application
program for certification of Application Specialists for other substrates
to surfaces of aircraft structures.
or conditions, as considered appropriate.
Exam Format
The SSPC Aerospace Coating Application Specialist Certification DoD Funded Training
Program requires passing the hands-on exam that certifies proficiency Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program,
in surface preparation and coating application using HVLP or funding has been provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force,
Electrostatic spray. Candidates must wear appropriate personal Marines, and Coast Guard personnel in this course. For more
protective equipment (PPE) during the hands-on session and must be information on how to take advantage of attending this course
able to answer questions about troubleshooting if things go wrong with for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or
the surface preparation process, equipment, or spray pot. merck@sspc.org.
A minimum grade of 90% is required on the hands-on, practical exam in

order for a painter to be considered for ACAS certification.
Note: There is no written exam.
10 TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION CATALOG SSPC-licensed training provider for accurate pricing if outside those regions.
AERO ENG
AEROSPACE ENGINEER COATING APPLICATION TRAINING
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Level 1 - Basic | Level 2 - Intermediate
Level 3 - Advanced DoD Funded Training
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program,
FUNDING
AVAILABLE
Duration: 4 days / 32 hours (includes course exam) funding has been provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force,
Marines, and Coast Guard personnel in this course. For more
ACCREDITED
COURSE Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM information on how to take advantage of attending this course
for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or
merck@sspc.org.
Cost: Member: $1,020 | Non-member: $1,220
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE
Credits: 3.0 CEUs
Certification Term: N/A
Prerequisites: No

The objective of this course is to support corrosion prevention and This course features modules, workshops, and quizzes. At the end of
control during the lifecycle of the Department of Defense systems. the course, a 25-question, multiple-choice final examination is given.
The course familiarizes engineers with corrosion mitigation, coating In addition to completing all of the course modules, a passing grade of
application, and inspection practices through multiple workshops and 70% or higher is needed on the final exam to receive a certificate
problem-solving exercises. of completion and CEUs.
Course Content Who Should Attend

• Applicable military documents Aerospace engineers involved with corrosion mitigation, coating
• Corrosion control and basics application, and inspection should take this course.
• Surface preparation
• Coating qualification, validation, and verification
• Coating types and application
• Safety
• Coating defects and failures
• Coating and corrosion inspection
After attending this course you will be able to:
• Recognize those military documents and specifications
used in
corrosion control of aircraft
• Identify the coatings applied to aircraft
• Define the performance properties needed to qualify,
validate, and verify coatings for aircraft
• Identify coating defects and failures and define methods
for prevention and repair
• Define the requirements of a proper inspection method
eCourse Reminder
SSPC online training courses are available on-demand. In other words, learners can sign up whenever they are ready and their
online training will be available upon enrollment. Learners can work at their own pace over a 16-week period to complete each
component of their online training, including a final exam. Visit https://www.sspc.org/training-certification-ecourses/ for more
information or visit page 41 in this catalog.
AERO MAIN
AEROSPACE MAINTAINER COATING APPLICATION LEVEL 1 TRAINING
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Basic
ACCREDITED
COURSE
Duration: 3 days / 24 hours, (includes course exam)

GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE Cost: Member: $695 | Non-member: $895
Credits: 2.4 CEUs
Prerequisites: No

The objective of this course is to support corrosion prevention and This course features modules, workshops, and quizzes. Day 3 of the
control during the sustainment life cycle of the Department of Defense course features a hands-on workshop in surface preparation and
systems. The course familiarizes aerospace maintainers with corrosion coating application. At the end of the course, a 25-question, multiple-
mitigation and coating application practices through multiple choice final examination is given. In addition to completing all of the
workshops and problem-solving exercises. course modules, a passing grade of 70% or higher is needed on the
final exam to receive a certificate of completion and CEUs.
Course Content
• Corrosion basics and control
Who Should Attend
• Safety Service men/women who perform maintenance and repair work on
• Surface preparation military aircraft.
• Coating types and application
Note: The Aerospace Maintainer Coating Application Training can fulfill
Benefits of Attending the training requirement for the SSPC Aerospace Coating Application
After attending this course you will be able to: Specialist (ACAS) Certification Program. Information on the ACAS
program can be found on page 10.
• Define common types of corrosion
• Recognize how the environment contributes to corrosion
• Explain how the selection of materials can impact the
extent of corrosion
• Describe how a coating protects aircraft
• Identify specific information on the manufacturer’s
product data sheet (PDS) and safety data sheet (SDS)
• Recognize and identify those hazards described by
Hazard Communication Safety (HCS) labels
• Employ proper surface preparation methods before
painting aircraft
BCI
BRIDGE COATINGS INSPECTOR PROGRAM
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Level 1 - Basic
Level 2 - Intermediate BCI Program Cost Breakdown
Level 1: Course, Course Exam (5 days), Prerequisites: No
Duration: 5 to 6 days / 40 to 45 hours (includes written Member: $1,145 | Non-member: $1,345
exam and hands-on skill assessment)
ACCREDITED
COURSE
Level 1/2: Course, Course Exam, and Certification
Class Time: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Exam (6 days), Prerequisites: Yes
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Member: $1,545 | Non-member: $1,745
PREREQUISITES
Course Exam Only (1 day):
Cost: See BCI program cost breakdown
Member: $300 | Non-member: $500
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE Credits: 3.7 CEUs Certification Exam Only (1 day)
Member: $500 | Non-member: $700
Prerequisites: Dependent on level (see table).

Prerequisites can be found at shop.sspc.org.

The BCI course covers the fundamentals of how to inspect surface The first four days of the program are devoted to classroom lectures
preparation and application of protective coatings on bridge steel. about bridge coatings inspection planning, substrate repair prior to
These fundamentals are applicable to those who inspect coating work surface preparation, surface preparation itself, coating surveys,
both in the shop and in the field. The course covers unique situations specifications, and documentation requirements with ample time
that will affect inspection in the field (e.g. containment, field safety allotted to hands-on exercises and instrument practice. Lectures are
hazards, changing weather conditions), as well as the fundamental supplemented by quizzes, group exercises, and hands-on workshops.
inspection skills required to inspect new, bridge steel painted in the
shop, in the field, or maintenance systems applied in the field. On Day 5, the Level 1 Course Exam is given. Students have 2 hours to
complete the 100-question, multiple-choice test and hands-on, practical
Course Content exam. On Day 6, students who pass the course exam at 80% or higher
can take the written and inspection plan certification exams if they
Unit 1 – Roles and Responsibilities
meet all of the prerequisites listed.
Unit 2 – Terminology and Methods
Unit 3 – Safety To become a BCI Level 2 Inspector and receive your CEUs, you must
Unit 4 – Jobsite Layout pass the written certification and inspection training exam with a 80%
Unit 5 – Containment and attend all 40 hours of the course.
Unit 6 – Surface Preparation See www.sspc.org/training-and-education/ for details.
Unit 7 – Coating Types and Characteristics
Unit 8 – Coating Handling and Application Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual with copies of
Unit 9 – Coating Inspection and Defects relevant SSPC standards. SSPC recommends that candidates take the
Unit 10 – Preparation Before Beginning Work classroom portion of this course before the course exam and
certification exam.
After attending this course you will be able to: Who Should Attend
• Identify the roles and responsibilities of the bridge Transportation agency coating inspectors, consulting engineer coating
coatings inspector inspectors, fabrication shop coating inspectors, contractor coating
• Explain the differences between QC and QA inspectors, those who want to become bridge coatings inspectors,
material and equipment supplier technical representatives, program
• Recognize the importance of specification documents
and project managers, resident engineers, and others who wish to learn
• Describe appropriate hold and check points for bridge
more about the craft of the bridge coatings inspector.
coatings inspection
• Identify typical elements of bridges
• Recognize potential safety hazards associated with bridge
coatings inspection Course Just Updated!
• Ensure compliance of equipment placement and job site layout BCI was revised in the spring of 2018 with input from the DOTs,
with the project specification course instructors, and the SSPC Education Committee. Standards
• Recognize the importance of containment and emissions control and instrument instructions were updated to current practice, new
throughout the course of the project material about metallizing, bolted connections, coating selection
• Identify key inspection concerns for each coating type testing has been added, along with new photos, and the workshops
• Inspect surface preparation and coating application for bridge were revised to reflect those tasks most commonly performed by
coatings projects bridge inspectors.
COAST GUARD
COAST GUARD BASIC PAINT INSPECTOR COURSE
DIFFICULTY
ACCREDITED Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes course exam)

COURSE
Credits: 3.8 CEUs
Prerequisites: No

This is a 5-day inspection course that was developed to train coatings • Lecture and discussions
inspectors in those duties and responsibilities involved in inspecting • Demonstrations and workshops
surface preparation and application for the U.S. Coast Guard. • Course written final exam (closed book)
• Course practical exam
Course Content Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
• Introduction copies of relevant standards.
• Fundamentals of corrosion
The written exam consists of 100-question, multiple-choice exam.
• Corrosion control
The practical exam features 8 inspection tool stations. To receive a
• Mechanical cleaning methods
certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 40 hours of the course and
• Abrasive blast cleaning
attain a 70% or better score on both sections of the exam.
• Waterjetting and alternate surface preparation
• Surface preparation method selection
• Coating systems
Who Should Attend
• Coating application The course is primarily designed for people and organizations that
• Nonskid are involved in painting work for the Coast Guard. However, the
• Safety comprehensive nature of this course makes it an ideal tool for anyone
• Documentation interested in this subject.
• Inspection and check points
• Tank and void corrosion assessment and inspection
• Identify the steps required to achieve quality surface preparation
and application
• Recognize the importance of coatings assessment
• Explain the inspector’s role in supporting Coast Guard activities
through coatings quality assurance
• Describe the tools the inspector uses in quality control
CAS
COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST PROGRAM
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Level 1 - Basic | Level 2 Interim
Status- Intermediate | Level 2 Full Status - Advanced CAS Program Cost Breakdown
FUNDING
AVAILABLE
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes written exam Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Level 1 -
and hands-on skill assessment) Half Day Written Exam
Written exam: Member: $250 | Non-member: $350
Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Level 2 -
ACCREDITED
COURSE
Cost: See CAS program cost breakdown Interim or Full Status
2-Day written exam & hands-on skills assessment
Credits: N/A Written exam: Member: $200 | Non-member: $300
PREREQUISITES
Hands-on exam: Member: $675 | Non-member: $775
LAUNGUAGE
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Program Description Interim Program

The SSPC Coating Application Specialist Certification Program is The Interim Certification Program allows those in the current work-
designed to certify those individual craft workers who have experience force the opportunity to realistically achieve certification during the
and training in all aspects of hands-on surface preparation and coating next several years. It focuses directly on the needs of the Application
application of complex industrial and marine structures, according Specialist and provides criteria for the education, training, experience,
to the requirements of the SSPC Coating Application Specialist (CAS) knowledge, and motor skills required to prepare and apply protective
Program. This certification program also meets the requirements of ISO coatings to steel and concrete surfaces of complex industrial and
17024. Facility owners, contractors, or certifying agencies may use this marine structures.
program for certification of Application Specialists for other substrates
SSPC offers two tracks to achieve interim certification under the SSPC
or conditions, as considered appropriate.
CAS Program. Visit www.sspc.org for details.
Program Options Full Status Certification Program
• SSPC Coating Application Specialist Level 1
Due to the make up of the current workforce and available training
• SSPC Coating Application Specialist Level 2 Certification Program
opportunities, SSPC strongly believes that owners should specify SSPC
(CAS) Interim Status
Interim Status painter certification during the next several years (in lieu
• SSPC Coating Application Specialist Level 2 Certification Program
of full status certification), while the industry gets up to speed with the
(CAS) Full Status new requirements. For a copy of SSPC’s position statement go to
www.sspc.org.
Exam Content SSPC will still offer full status certification to SSPC-ACS 1/NACE 13
Level 1 under the CAS program for those who request it and qualify.
The SSPC Coating Application Specialist Level 1 exam consists of SSPC offers 3 tracks to achieve full certification under the SSPC CAS
basic knowledge of industrial coatings and linings Program. Visit www.sspc.org for details.
Level 2 Note: If you are an employer interested in providing training for your
The SSPC Coating Application Specialist Level 2 certification program employees to meet the formal training requirements of CAS, SSPC can
requires passing a closed-book written exam drawn from the core provide this material. See page 38 for information on the Trainthepainter
areas of SSPC's Transition Plan. “Body of Knowledge”: representatives, program and project managers, and resident
• Environmental, Safety, and Health engineers.
• Surface Preparation
• Coating Application
• Equipment/Troubleshooting
The hands-on portion of the testing certifies proficiency in abrasive Languages this Course is Offered in:
blasting and coating application using conventional or airless spray. A
minimum grade of 70% is required on the written exam and a minimum CAS L1 available in Chinese, English, Spanish, and Turkish.
grade of 90% is required on the hands-on, practical exam in order for a CAS L2 Interim available in Chinese, English, Spanish,
painter to be considered for (CAS) certification. Greek, and Portuguese.
CAS L2 Full available in English, Greek, Polish, Portuguese,
Spanish, and Turkish.
CAS LEVEL 3
COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST - LEVEL 3
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Advanced CAS Level 3
Obtaining a CAS Level 3 Status is attainable by achieving a CAS Level 2
Duration: Each module is: 2 days / 16 hours (includes Full Status and a minimum of 3 of the specialty modules, and a minimum
LAUNGUAGE
written exam & hands-on training) of 8 years of verifiable relevant work experience. These 7 programs can
be purchased and are a great way to prepare candidates for the CAS
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Cost: All 7 Programs: Level 3 written and hands on exams. Contact Jennifer Merck at
AVAILABLE Member: $499 | Non-member: $699 merck@sspc.org for more information on the CAS Level 3 Program.
Individual Programs:
Member: $99 | Non-member: $149 Modules: Equivalent:
1. Waterjetting SSPC Waterjetting Basics (C13)
Prerequisites: CAS Level 2 2. Plural Component SSPC Plural Component Basics
3. Coating Concrete SSPC Floor Coating Basics (C10)
Visit www.sspc.org for more information and
4. Thermal Spray Applicator SSPC Thermal Spray Applicator
complete module descriptions.
5. Pipeline Coatings
6. Electrostatic Spray
7. Powered Coatings
Languages this Course is Offered in: The package includes:

• Student manual • Instructor manual
CAS Level 3 available in English, Spanish, and Turkish. • Written exam • Slide presentation
• Written exam answer key
CAS REF
COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST – REFRESHER
DIFFICULTY
Course Description
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Basic The Coating Application Specialist – Refresher is an overview
of surface preparation and application covered in the “Body of
ACCREDITED
COURSE
Duration: 1 day / 8 hours (includes written exam) Knowledge” of SSPC-ACS 1/NACE No. 13 Applicator Certification
Standard No. 1, “Industrial Coating and Lining Application Specialist
Qualification and Certification.” This training program covers those
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PRICING
topics for Level 1 in the areas of surface preparation and coating
application. Level 1 training is especially designed for entry-level
AVAILABLE Cost: Member $395 | Non-member $595 employees new to the coatings industry.
Credits: 0.6 CEUs Course Content

• Corrosion
Certification Term: N/A • Surface preparation
• Abrasive materials
Prerequisites: No • Coating materials
• Application methods of protective coatings
Who Should Attend

Contractor personnel interested in learning surface preparation and
CAS REF is available in English, Turkish, and Spanish. application techniques.
Why Take This Refresher

This program is a great way to prepare candidates for the CAS Level
1 and Level 2 Exams. See chart below on how to progress through the
CAS Suggested Program Progression CAS Program.
CAS CAS Level 1 CAS Level 2 CAS Level 2 CAS

Refresher Exam Interim Status Exam Full Status Exam Level 3
CCAS
CONCRETE COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST
DIFFICULTY
Duration: 4 days / 32 hours (includes written exam)
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Coming Soon!

ACCREDITED
COURSE
The Level 2 part of the program is currently in
Cost: Member $1,300 | Non-member $1,500 development. It is planned for release in 2021.
Please check www.sspc.org and SSPC social
PREREQUISITES Credits: 3.0 CEUs media for updates.
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Prerequisites: No

The CCAS Level 1 course provides a comprehensive overview and The training level course contains seven core modules, workshops,
practical hands-on training for craft worker personnel who wish to hands-on exercises, and quizzes. At the end of the course, a
be trained and certified in the application of coatings on concrete 50-question, multiple-choice final exam is given. In addition to
completing all of the course modules, a passing grade of 70% or
surfaces. This course offers hands-on exercises that focus on repair
higher is needed on the final, written exam to receive a certificate
of deteriorated concrete, surface preparation of concrete, and
of completion, CEUs, and to move on to 1 of the 3 concrete coating
coating application of concrete. After the completion of this training applicator certification tracks.
course, craft worker personnel should be able to demonstrate proper
preparation and coating application methods on concrete coating
projects.
Certification Format
There are 3 certifications that can be pursued after successful
completion of the training level course: structural concrete, wastewater
Course Content and manhole, and flooring systems. Each certification track requires
• General health and safety for coating concrete participants to complete additional coursework, workshops, hands-
• Role of quality personnel in concrete coating applications on exercises, and quizzes. At the end of each certification course,
• Concrete composition and durability a 25-question, multiple-choice final examination and a hands-on
• Concrete assessment prior to coating application equipment, practical is given. In addition to completing all of the
• Repairing concrete prior to coating application course modules, a passing grade of 70% or higher is needed on the
• Surface preparation of concrete prior to coating application final written exam and 90% or higher on the hands-on practical to
• Application of coatings on concrete receive a certification and CEUs.
Benefits of Attending Who Should Attend

After attending this course you will be able to: Coating applicators who are responsible for coating application on
• Describe common hazards involved in coating concrete operations concrete structures should attend this course.
• Explain the role quality control, quality assurance, and coating
inspection personnel play during typical concrete CCAS Certification
coating operations CCAS Training Level 1 Level 2
• Identify the different components of concrete
• Describe moisture vapor transmission and its effect on
coating application Module 1 Module 4 Structural
• Identify common concrete defects and recognize why they occur
Health & Safety Assessment
Concrete
• Repair minor surface irregularities, deteriorated concrete, cracks, Flooring
and joints Module 2
Quality Control
Module 5
Repair Systems
• Discuss the importance of concrete surface profile
• Prepare a concrete surface for coating application Wastewater &
Module 3
• Identify materials commonly used to coat concrete Concrete Composition &
Module 6 Manhole
Surface Preparation
Durability
• Demonstrate commonly used methods for applying
concrete coatings Module 7
Application
CCI
CONCRETE COATING INSPECTOR
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Advanced Level 1
Duration: 4 days / 32 hours (Includes written and practical course
exam)
Duration: Dependent on chosen level (see table) Cost: Member: $945 | Non-member: $1,145
Class Time: Days 1 – 4: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Level 1/2

ACCREDITED
COURSE Day 5: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Duration: 4.5 days / 36 hours (Includes Level 1/2 written and
practical and Inspection Plan Certification Exam)
Cost: Dependent on chosen level (see table)
PREREQUISITES Level 2-Certification Exam Only
Credits: 3.2 CEUs Duration: Half day / 4 hours
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Cost: Member: $500 | Non-member: $700
AVAILABLE Certification Term: 4 years
Important: The Concrete Coating Basics eCourse (CCB) is a
prerequisite to attend the SSPC Concrete Coating Inspector (CCI)
Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at Program Level 1 or Level 2.
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The objective of this course is to thoroughly train and certify individuals The course includes lecture, hands-on workshops, quizzes, written
in the proper methods of inspecting surface preparation and homework, and assigned readings from the manual.
installation of protective coatings on industrial concrete structures and
facilities. Days 1 – 3
Days 1-3 of the program are devoted to classroom lecture about
planning and providing third party quality assurance, job site inspection,
Course Content operations safety, inspection of concrete surface preparation, and
• Navigating a coating specifications concrete moisture testing. Lectures are supplemented by quizzes and
• Simulated pre-job conference group exercises.
• Roles of quality assurance and quality control in concrete coating
Day 4
inspection projects
Day 4 will begin with inspection of coating application followed by
• Operations safety
a coating adhesion testing workshop. Then, students will begin the
• Recognizing surface irregularities caused by concrete placement,
inspection plan development workshop. Following these workshops,
finishing, and curing
students will take the CCI Level 1 written exam that consists of
• General inspection
50-question, multiple-choice exam and a hands-on practical exam on
• Concrete coating inspection instrumentation review
the use of inspection instruments. A passing grade of 70% or higher on
• Inspecting concrete surface preparation
both the written and hands-on Level 1 exam is required to move on to
• Concrete moisture testing
the Level 2 certification exam given on Day 5.
• Inspecting concrete coating application
• Concrete inspection procedure development Day 5
• Simulated concrete project inspection On Day 5, the Concrete Coating Inspector Level 2 certification exam is
given. The exam consists of three parts: 100-question, multiple-choice
Benefits of Attending exam, inspection plan development, and hands-on practical use of
instruments. A passing grade of 80% or higher on each of the three
After attending this course, you will be able to: parts of the exam is required to become an SSPC Level 2 Concrete
• Identify the common duties, responsibilities, and role of a concrete Coating Inspector.
coating inspector
• Define record keeping procedures relating to the job specification Who Should Attend
• Identify and explain how to use concrete coating
Inspectors, contractor managers, specifying engineers, technical
inspection equipment
representatives, and material and equipment suppliers involved in the
• Identify and explain the inspection of concrete surface preparation
concrete coating industry should attend this course.
• Explain how moisture negatively impacts a concrete substrate
• Identify and explain concrete coating inspection methods
during and after coating application
• Prepare an inspection plan/procedure
This is a hybrid course featuring both online and in
person training.
C1
FUNDAMENTALS OF PROTECTIVE COATINGS
DIFFICULTY
Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes written exam)

FUNDING
AVAILABLE
This course is also available through
eCOURSE Cost: Member: $1,020 | Non-member: $1,220 SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
ACCREDITED
Exam only option (1 day): Member: $250 | Non-member: $450 54 – 55 for contact information.
COURSE
Credits: 3.8 CEUs
LAUNGUAGE Certification Term: N/A

GSA
PRICING Prerequisites: No
AVAILABLE

This course provides a practical and comprehensive overview for Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
those who are new to the protective coatings industry. It is also an a glossary of terms, references for additional reading, and copies of
ideal refresher for reviewing the fundamentals of corrosion and the relevant handouts, standards, and regulations.
use of coatings as a protective mechanism against corrosion and The written exam consists of 100, multiple-choice questions. To receive
deterioration of industrial structures. a certificate and CEUs you must attend all 40 hours of the course and
attain at least 70% on the exam.
Course Content
• Corrosion and corrosion control Who Should Attend
• Coating types and their mechanisms and protection Contractors, engineers, inspectors, consultants, facility owners,
• Surface preparation for painting technical services, and sales reps.
• Application of coatings
• Inspection and quality control Note: C1 fulfills part of your training requirement for SSPC Protective
• Coatings for steel structures Coatings Specialist (PCS) Certification. All students interested
• Coating degradation, defects, and failures in pursuing PCS Certification having less than 15 years coatings
• Coating of concrete surfaces experience must take the C1 Exam and the C2 Course prior to applying
• Safety in painting operations to sit for the PCS exam. Individuals who are unfamiliar with the
fundamentals of coatings technology should consider taking C1 prior
Benefits of Attending to C2.
• Identify types of corrosion and select coatings that meet
project demands Languages this Course is Offered in:
• Recognize the different types of coatings available and
the various mechanisms at work in the process of protection C1 is available in English and Spanish.
• Discuss how proper surface preparation is critical to
achieving the maximum level of protection available
through protective coating systems
• Describe the inspection equipment and methods used to
This is available as an instructor-led training course.
ensure that all specification requirements are met This hybrid learning course allows you to take part in all the lecture
• Classify coating selection and application by facility and material online with a live instructor, as well as take quizzes and
service environment exams electronically.
• List the factors that accelerate coating deterioration and SSPC’s instructor-led training courses are ideal for students unable
the techniques used to avoid common defects to attend a regular, public offering. The instructor-led training
• Distinguish the unique selection and application problems course features the same units that are used in the onsite classes
with coating concrete surfaces but are available completely online over a 10 day period.
• Recognize the safety hazards involved in coating
operations and the responsibilities of management and
workers in safety training and practices
GROUND VEH
GROUND VEHICLE CORROSION/PROTECTIVE COATINGS COURSE
DIFFICULTY
Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes course exam)

FUNDING
AVAILABLE
ACCREDITED
COURSE
GSA
PRICING Credits: 3.8 CEUs
AVAILABLE
Prerequisites: No
Course Description Benefits of Attending

This course provides a comprehensive overview for army depot After attending this course you will be better able to:
personnel who wish to be trained on how to properly prepare and
• Explain how paint/coatings are used to control corrosion
apply coatings on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The course will offer
• Recognize the various surface cleanliness standards commonly
demonstrations that focus on hand and power tool cleaning, abrasive
used for abrasive blast cleaning
blast cleaning, and coating application. After the completion of this
• Identify the requirements of SSPC-SP 2
training course, depot worker personnel should be able to demonstrate
• Identify commonly used power tools used to clean steel/metal
proper preparation and coating application methods commonly used on
• Identify the key safety concerns prior to and during abrasive
ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
blast cleaning
• Identify how the air compressor, air drying equipment, and air
Course Content hoses function within the larger abrasive blast cleaning equipment
• Corrosion basics set-up
• Principles of surface preparation • Identify how the metering valve and deadman switch work within
• Hand and power tool cleaning the larger abrasive blast cleaning equipment set-up
• Abrasive blast cleaning overview • Recognize the function of a blast pot within an abrasive blast
• Abrasive blast cleaning equipment cleaning system
• Blasting ferrous and non-ferrous metals • Identify how to select the right abrasive for the project
• General Coating Information • Discuss the proper surface preparation procedures for working
• Brush and roller application with non-ferrous metals
• Airless, plural, and conventional spray application • Recognize proper coating storage conditions
• Identify proper mixing setup and technique
• Define the terms pot life, induction time, and recoat window
• Identify how to use a WFT gage
• Describe how to calculate proper DFT and WFT with and
DoD Funded Training without thinning
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program, • Describe how to properly operate an airless spray system
funding has been provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force, • Describe how to use proper spray application techniques
information on how to take advantage of attending this course Course Format
merck@sspc.org. The training course contains 19 core modules, workshops,
demonstrations, and quizzes. At the end of the course, a 50-question,
multiple-choice final examination is given. In addition to completing all
of the course modules, a passing grade of 70% or higher is needed on
the final written exam to receive a certificate of completion and
obtain CEU’s.
Who Should Attend

Depot workers who are responsible for surface preparation and coating
application on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
FIRE APP
INTUMESCENT FIREPROOFING COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST
DIFFICULTY
Fire is a present danger to commercial and industrial structures,
ACCREDITED Duration: 2.5 days/20 hours (includes written exam) creating an industry with a high demand for fire protection.
COURSE
The application of intumescent coatings is becoming
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM increasingly important in transportation, specialty coatings
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AVAILABLE Credits: 2 CEUs commercial and industrial construction. Our new Fireproofing
Applicator training will give you a head start in this quickly
Certification Term: N/A growing area of the industry.
Prerequisites: No; but SSPC C12 or SSPC CAS

is recommended.

This course is designed to provide basic, non-product specific, training This course is delivered through classroom lecture, written exercises,
to industrial applicators on the fundamentals of applying intumescent hands-on workshops, and quizzes. At the end of instruction on the
coatings for the purpose of passive fire protection. In addition to final day, the instructor will administer a closed-book, written exam
classroom learning and workshops, attendees will participate in hands- consisting of 25 multiple-choice questions on the body of knowledge
on application workshops throughout the course. presented during classroom lectures. In addition to attending all of the
course modules and participating in each workshop, a passing grade
Course Content of 70% or higher is needed on the final exam to receive a certificate of
completion and CEUs.
• Basics of Fire Protection
• Intumescent Coatings
• Key Documents
Who Should Attend
• Surface Preparation Coating applicators and other personnel who are responsible for the
• Application application of intumescent fireproofing coatings should attend this
• Quality Control course. It is recommended that attendees have an SSPC C12 or CAS
certification or at least 3-5 years of experience with spray application of
liquid protective coatings.
After attending this course, you will be able to:
Why Take this Course
• Identify the different types of fire protection and fire
Fire is a present danger to commercial and industrial structures,
protection materials
creating an industry with a high demand for fire protection. The
• Recognize how different types of fires affect steel
application of intumescent coatings is becoming increasingly important
• Explain how intumescent coatings work
in transportation, specialty coatings sub-segments, onshore and
• Describe the differences between thin and thick film
offshore oil/gas production, and commercial and industrial construction.
intumescent coatings
Our new Fireproofing Applicator training will give you a head start in
• Recognize requirements and guidelines stated in key
this quickly growing area of the industry.
technical documents
• Describe the different methods of surface preparation used for
intumescent coating installations
• Recognize equipment used for surface preparation
• Identify commonly used methods of applying intumescent coatings
• Demonstrate proper application techniques
• Recognize basic quality control methods and measures
C3
LEAD/HAZARDOUS COATING REMOVAL
DIFFICULTY
ACCREDITED Duration: 4 days / 32 hours (includes written exam)

COURSE

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AVAILABLE Cost: Member: $995 | Non-member: $1,195 SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
54 – 55 for contact information.
Credits: 3.0 CEUs
Prerequisites: No

C3 contains specific discussions on protecting workers, compliance Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
with environmental regulations, proper management of waste streams, references for additional reading and copies of relevant handouts.
operations that result in potential exposures to lead and other hazards, Hands-on workshops following most of the units reinforce the key points
and associated control technology. It includes background information and give students the opportunity to test their knowledge. Quizzes
on the hazards of lead and other toxic metals as well as a review of help the students prepare for the 100-question, multiple-choice exam
the current legal and regulatory issues. The course also addresses administered at the end of the course.
developing programs to effectively control risks to workers, the public,
and the environment. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 32 hours of the
course and attain a 70% or better score on the exam.
Course Content
• Hazardous coatings and materials in industrial painting
Who Should Attend
• Legal and liability Issues Contractors and Competent Persons, engineers, EHS, other consultants,
• Health effects of hazardous coatings and materials and specifying or project managers.
• Identification of hazardous coatings/hazardous materials
• Air, soil, water/sediment, and dust regulations and
monitoring strategies
• Worker protection from hazardous coatings/materials
• Respiratory protection and PPE
• Management of solid and hazardous wastes
• Sources of hazardous coatings exposure
• Control of environmental releases (containment and ventilation)
• Specifications, submittals, and site-specific compliance programs
• Pre-Planning and worksite preparation
• In-process and post-Competent Person (CP)
responsibilities/demobilization
• Identify sources of hazardous coatings and materials and the
relative risks posed by industrial painting activities
• Describe the potential effects of hazardous coatings/materials See page 23 for state requirement information.
• Implement controls and work practices necessary to protect the
public, environment, and workers during industrial hazardous
coating removal activities
• Apply procedures to measure and verify the continued adequacy of
control options
C5
LEAD/HAZARDOUS COATINGS REMOVAL REFRESHER
DIFFICULTY
ACCREDITED Duration: 1 day / 8 hours (includes written exam)

COURSE

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AVAILABLE Cost: Member: $395 | Non-member: $595 SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
Credits: 0.8 CEUs

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This 1-day course provides a review of Competent Person duties and Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
responsibilities in working with lead and other hazardous materials copies of relevant standards and regulations. The written exam consists
encountered in industrial coatings work. It also reviews relevant OSHA of 25, multiple-choice questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you
and EPA regulations. must attend all 8 hours of the course and attain a 70% or better score on
the exam.
Course Content
• Competent Person requirements
Who Should Attend
• Health effects / OSHA health standards This course was designed to refresh Supervisors/Competent Persons
• EPA regulations who have completed the SSPC C3 training and who are experienced
• Overview of containment and ventilation at performing Competent Person duties on hazardous paint removal
• Regulatory update projects on industrial structures or components in the shop or field.
Engineers, EHS, and other consultants and specifying or project
managers who have completed C3 may also attend.
• Recognize the duties and responsibilities of a Competent Person in
protecting workers, the community, and the environment in the
removal of hazardous materials during industrial coatings projects
• Identify those OSHA and EPA regulations relevant to the removal of
hazardous materials during industrial/marine coatings projects
The SSPC C5 refresher class is required to

be completed:
1. Annually for those people working with companies that State Supplements
are SSPC-QP 2 certified, or on projects where the SSPC-QP 2 For Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia, state supplements
certification is required. are available with this course for an additional charge of $25 per
2. SSPC recommends every 2 years for all others unless regulatory state.
or contract requirements are more stringent. For information on state supplements contact, The Training Program
Note: Check with the Department of Environment with your state Coordinator at 412.281.2331, ext. 2241.
for their specific requirements. Most states require a C5 refresher
every 2 years. QP 2 Requirements
Note: Virginia Department of Environment is every 3 years. This SSPC course meets the requirements of state programs that
require refresher training to maintain supervisor certification and
The SSPC reserves the right to allow a 90-day grace period after
meets SSPC-QP 2 requirements for competent-person training
the 1 or 2 year time frame to allow students time to attend a
certification.
refresher class.
WORKER
LEAD PAINT WORKER SAFETY
DIFFICULTY
ACCREDITED Duration: 1 day / 8 hours (includes written exam)

COURSE

GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE Cost: Member: $395 | Non-member: $595
Credits: 0.8 CEUs
Prerequisites: See note below.

This 1-day course provides training for workers on lead paint abatement After attending this course you will be able to:
and removal from steel structures. It starts with a review of basic
• Describe the fundamentals of the OSHA Lead in Construction and
information about lead and the human health hazards associated with
Respiratory Protection Standards
it. The course continues with a review of 29 CFR 1926.62 and presents
• Discuss the fundamentals of applicable environmental protection
detailed information on the Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR
regulations and best practices
1910.134), that is incorporated by reference into the OSHA Interim Final
• Recognize the hazards of exposure and appropriate ways to protect
Lead in Construction Industry Standard. The course then presents a
yourself from exposure during lead paint removal operations
review and update of Federal Government regulations involving lead,
focusing on regulations promulgated by EPA. The course concludes
with a review of control over emissions as presented in SSPC-Guide 6. Course Format
Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
Course Content references for additional reading, copies of relevant handouts,
standards, and regulations. The written exam consists of 25, multiple-
• Background information
choice questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all
• Worker protection from lead & other toxic metals
8 hours of the course and attain at least 70% on the exam.
• Regulatory update
• Control of environmental releases
Who Should Attend
Those assigned worker duties on any industrial deleading project who
are: coatings inspectors who document contractor compliance, project
managers and coating specifiers, containment superintendents, and
design engineers.
Note: State Approval - The Maryland Department of the Environment

recognizes this course.
eCourse Reminder
MPCAC, C14
MARINE PLURAL COMPONENT
DIFFICULTY
Program Focus
NAVY and hands-on skill assessment) Program focus is on the application of two component (2K) 100%
REQUIREMENT high solids epoxy protective coatings in a marine (shipboard)
environment. However, SSPC does have a Plural Component
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Application for Polyureas and High Solids course, that evaluates
the qualifications of those who apply (2K) 100% solids and
ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $845 | Non-member: $1,045 polyurea protective coatings using plural component spray
COURSE
equipment in an industrial environment on steel or concrete.
Credits: 0.8 CEUs
Outcome
PREREQUISITES
Certification Term: 4 years SSPC offers three categories of certification:
• Equipment Operator
Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at • Spray Painter
LAUNGUAGE
shop.sspc.org. • Spray Painter/Equipment Operator
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE

This course is designed to certify craft workers operating plural Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
component spray equipment and those applying protective coatings copies of useful handouts and industry blast cleaning standards.
on steel in immersion service by airless spray using plural component Those who successfully complete the MPCAC certification program
spray equipment. will receive a certificate and wallet identification card from SSPC.
Candidates wishing to achieve the MPCAC certification and CEUs must
Course Content attend all 16 hours of the certification and must pass the written exam
with a score of 70% and the hands-on exam with a score of 90%.
• Introduction to and overview of plural component equipment
operational systems Classroom
• Troubleshooting The classroom session consists of a 6-8 hour review of the
• Characteristics of plural component coatings fundamentals of plural component spray technology: spraying high
• Group exercise solids coatings using airless plural component spray pumps (e.g.,
• Brush and roll material ratio, material viscosity, mixing, ambient conditions for
application and curing, product data sheets, material safety data
Benefits of Attending sheets, spray technique), equipment operation, troubleshooting
basics and lessons learned, coating materials appropriate for plural
After attending this course you will be able to: component spray with focus on 2K 98% solids epoxies; and quality
• Discuss the advantages of plural component spray technology control basics.
• Describe a two-part, high solids epoxy
• Recognize the importance of when and how coatings are mixed on Hands-On Assessment
a plural-component spray pump The hands-on assessment requires each candidate to operate the
• Distinguish among the various methods of mixing: manual, at the plural component pump and explain its operations. The candidate is
gun, before the manifold, and after the manifold also required to spray coatings on a steel test panel constructed in
• Apply plural-component coatings to steel in a manner that meets accordance with ASTM D4228 and to meet the coating manufacturer’s
the requirements of a given job specification product data sheet (PDS) requirements. Candidates must wear
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during the hands-on
session and must be able to answer questions about troubleshooting if
things go wrong with the spray pump operation.
C14 is available in English, Japanese, and Spanish. Who Should Attend
Contractors, project supervisors, and craftworkers involved in applying
plural component technology.
MCI
MASTER COATINGS INSPECTOR
The goal of the Master Coatings Inspector program is to recognize and honor
individuals whose experience and training has afforded them the prestige
of multiple inspector certifications. SSPC recognizes and respects their
commitment and dedication to
the industry to maintain professional qualifications.
If you are one of these highly trained and experienced individuals, SSPC would
be honored to have you apply for Master Coatings Inspector recognition. There
is no cost to file the application or maintain the recognition. To qualify, you must
hold a current certification for CCI and any two of the following programs: PCI,
BCI, NBPI, or PCS.
If you qualify and meet the criteria, you will be issued a certificate with a unique
Master Coatings Inspector number as well as an honorary pin recognizing your
achievement. You will be recognized
in the JPCL and other industry publications via a press release Why should I apply for the MCI ?
issued on your behalf.
We believe that you should be proud of your training and experience
and make your colleagues aware of it. The MCI program places you
Once you are a Master Coatings Inspector, you will always be a Master
in a unique category that not many people achieve.
Coatings Inspector. But to remain on SSPC’s active list of MCIs, you will be
required to file your annual renewal and maintain your individual certifications.
Otherwise, you will be placed on the inactive list. However, you will still be Will SSPC accept other inspector
considered a Master Coatings Inspector. certifications as qualification for the MCI ?
This course is composed of 13 core units with most modules supplemented by No. At this time, we are only recognizing those people that are
quizzes. Students are able to access the units online whenever is convenient certified through SSPC-administered programs. However, each SSPC
to them but must take the written exam in person. The written exam consists inspector certification program contains criteria that will enable
of 100, multiple-choice questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must those certified by other organizations to bypass certain elements of
the SSPC program requirements.
attend all 24 hours of the course and attain a 70% or better score on the exam.
To set up the exam, contact Silvia Palmieri at 412.281.2331, ext. 2201 or
palmieri@sspc.org. Does MCI incur an additional fee?
No. You already pay to maintain your individual certifications.
For further information
MCI
Please contact Silvia Palmieri toll-free at 412.281.2331, ext. 2201 or
palmieri@sspc.org.
Can’t Make it to One of Our Public Course Offerings?

Let SSPC Bring the Course to You!
In an effort to accommodate our customers, SSPC training courses can be brought to your job site or facility anywhere in the world. Pricing for onsite
courses is based on the course, number of participants, instructor travel, and accommodation costs.
Consider these benefits:

• Onsite training saves your company money & provides you with To receive a proposal for an onsite training course, please submit:
increased scheduling flexibility • The SSPC course(s) you are considering
• Compare your onsite prices to the total cost of sending a group of • Location where you would like to hold the training
people to various public offerings • Estimated number of students
• Typically, the economics favor onsite training when you have five or • Tentative dates
more attendees
• Select the on-site dates most convenient for your organization
More Information
Submit all of the above information to Sara Badami at badami@sspc.org. Please include your full contact information and a
customized proposal will be emailed to you within 3-5 business days.
NBPI
NAVSEA BASIC PAINT INSPECTOR
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Level: Advanced
DoD Funded Training
Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes written exam) Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program,
FUNDING
AVAILABLE funding has been provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force,
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Marines, and Coast Guard personnel in this course. For more
information on how to take advantage of attending this course
NAVY
REQUIREMENT Cost: Member: $1,345 | Non-member: $1,545 for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or
merck@sspc.org.
Credits: 4.0 CEUs

ACCREDITED
COURSE Certification Term: 4 years

PREREQUISITES shop.sspc.org.
LAUNGUAGE
GSA
PRICING Course Description Benefits of Attending
AVAILABLE
The NBPI course is a 5 day inspection course that was developed by After attending this course you will be able to:
Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) to train coatings inspectors to
• Identify different types of corrosion
inspect critical coated areas as defined by US Navy policy documents.
• Describe methods of corrosion control
These areas include (but are not limited to): cofferdams, decks for
• Demonstrate the use of environmental tests and coating
aviation and UNREP, chain lockers, underwater hulls, bilges, tanks,
inspection instruments
voids, well deck overheads, and others.
• Identify Navy single and multiple part paints
• Explain the different causes of coating failures or defects
Course Content • Create a coating inspector’s inspection plan and log book
• Corrosion • Check the shelf life and condition of paint in the can
• Corrosion control • Document that abrasive blasting, environmental conditions, paint
• Inspection of corrosion procedures meet NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32, Chapter 631, and,
• NAVSEA documents when applicable, the manufacturer’s guidelines
• Chemical or detergent cleaning methods • Conduct post-blasting/post-surface prep inspection including
• Mechanical cleaning methods condition of surface, profile, residual soluble salts, and readiness
• Abrasive blast cleaning to paint
• Waterjetting and alternative surface preparation methods • Recognize hazardous areas related to paint and coatings and
• Surface preparation method selection their applications
• Coatings • Utilize procedures for doing condition assessment
• Safety
• Coating application
• Coating defects and failures
Course Format
• Specialty coatings and surfaces The first 4 days are devoted to classroom lecture and extensive hands-
• Coating inspector preparation on training. On Day 5, the NBPI Course Exams are given.
• Condition assessment
• Coatings inspection instrument exercises and workshops The exams consist of three parts:
1. Multiple-choice course exam
2. Practical Exam (using inspection instruments)
3. NAVSEA S.I. 009-32 multiple-choice exam
Languages this Course is Offered in: Who Should Attend

NBPI is available in English and Japanese. The course is primarily designed for people and organizations that are
involved in painting work on Navy ships. However, the comprehensive
nature of this course makes it an ideal tool for anyone who desires
basic certification in paint inspection. The NBPI compares favorably
with other inspector certification courses that are available in the
coatings industry.
C2
PLANNING & SPECIFYING INDUSTRIAL COATINGS PROJECTS
DIFFICULTY
Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes written exam and

eCOURSE
hands-on skill assessment)
ACCREDITED
COURSE Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This course is also available through
SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
Cost: Member: $1,020 | Non-member: $1,220 54 – 55 for contact information.
Exam only option (1 day): Member: $250 | Non-member: $450
LAUNGUAGE
Credits: 3.9 CEUs
Certification Term: N/A Languages this Course is Offered in:

C2 is available in English, Chinese, and Spanish.
Prerequisites: No

This course is designed to provide those who understand coating Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual that includes a
fundamentals with an overview of the principles of planning, awarding, glossary of terms, references for additional reading, copies of relevant
and monitoring the quality of new construction or maintenance painting handouts, standards, and regulations, as well as an overview of the
projects. After completing this training program, students will be coating fundamentals covered in SSPC’s C1 course. Students can refer
familiar with tools to develop effective coating projects and play a more to this overview as needed during the C2 course for a refresher. Topics
active role in managing painting projects to successful completion. covered in this course assume a knowledge of the fundamentals.
The written exam consists of 100, multiple-choice questions. To receive
Course Content a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 40 hours of the course and
• Roles and responsibilities of contracting parties attain at least 70% on the exam.
• Specifications for coatings projects
• Preparing, awarding, and managing coating contracts Who Should Attend
• Quality management
Contractors, engineers, inspectors, consultants, facility owners,
• New construction and maintenance painting
technical services, and sales reps.
• Economic considerations for industrial coating projects
• Coating failures - causes, identification, and analysis Note: In order to get the most value from the C2 course, you must have
• Safety and environmental concerns for owners and a basic understanding of the topics covered in SSPC C1, Fundamentals
coating contractors of Protective Coatings. C2 fulfills part of your training requirement
for the SSPC Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) Certification and
Benefits of Attending prepares you for the challenging Protective Coatings Specialist Exam.
All PCS candidates who do not have 15 years of experience must take
and pass the C1 exam and C2 class before sitting for the PCS Exam.
• Identify the key issues in managing a coatings project, including There is no approved alternative training accepted.
contracts, specifications, coating selection, and the roles of
project participants
• Analyze and prepare a coating specification through the use of
corporate engineering standards This is available as an instructor-led training course.
• Recognize the cost of corrosion and select materials to mitigate it This hybrid learning course allows you to take part in all the lecture
• Estimate accurately in project cost analysis material online with a live instructor, as well as take quizzes and
• Define scheduling requirements, exposure environments, and exams electronically.
coating systems for new construction
SSPC’s instructor-led training courses are ideal for students unable
• Conduct facility condition surveys and analysis for
to attend a regular, public offering. The instructor-led training
maintenance painting
course features the same units that are used in the onsite classes
• Apply documentation methods during project administration
but are available completely online over a 10 day period.
• Recognize coating failures
• Identify and comply with relevant environmental regulations
PLURAL
PLURAL COMPONENT APPLICATION FOR POLYUREA & HIGH
SOLIDS COATINGS
DIFFICULTY DIFFICULTY
LEVEL TRAINING LEVEL CERTIFICATION
Difficulty Level: Basic Difficulty Level: Advanced
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes written exam Duration: 3 days / 24 hours (includes written exam
ACCREDITED and hands-on workshop) ACCREDITED and hands-on skill assessment)
COURSE COURSE
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

PREREQUISITES
Cost: Member: $595 | Non-member: $795 Cost: Member: $995 | Non-member: $1,195
Credits: 1.5 CEUs Credits: 1.5 CEUs
Certification Term: N/A Certification Term: 5 years
Prerequisites: No Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at

shop.sspc.org.

This course is designed to train and certify applicators in the The classroom session consists of a 6-8 hour review of the
application of protective coatings by airless spray using plural fundamentals of plural component spray technology. The review will
component spray equipment. The program focus is on the application cover the fundamentals of the process of spraying two component
of two component high solids, polyurethanes, and polyurea coatings in coatings using airless plural component spray pumps (e.g., material
a marine/industrial environment on steel or concrete. ratio, material viscosity, mixing, ambient conditions for application
Note: Students who do not want to receive the Certification can and curing, product data sheets, material safety data sheets, spray
receive a certificate of attendance by attending the lecture portion of technique), equipment operation, troubleshooting basics and lessons
the training and observing the sprayer hands-on workshop. learned, coating materials appropriate for plural component spray, and
quality control basics.
Course Content The hands-on assessment requires each student to operate two
different types of plural component pumps and explain their operations.
• Introduction and overview of plural component spray technology Candidates must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Equipment operational systems during the hands-on workshop and must be able to answer questions
• Troubleshooting about troubleshooting in cases where things go wrong with the spray
• Characteristics of plural component coatings pump operation. In order to pass, you must score 90% or better.
• Applying touch-up of single coat coatings by brush and/or roll
There will be a written, multiple-choice exam (25 questions). If a
candidate fails, he or she must retake the exam. A total of 70 points is
Benefits of Attending required to pass the written exam. Candidates wishing to achieve the
After attending this course you will be able to: Certification and CEUs must attend all 24 hours of the program and pass
the written exam with a score of 70% and the hands-on exam with a
• Discuss the advantages of plural component spray technology
score of 90%.
• Describe a two component high solid, polyurethane, and polyurea
protective coating
• Recognize the importance of when and how coatings are mixed on Who Should Attend
a plural component spray pump Contractors, project supervisors, and craftworkers involved in applying
• Distinguish among the various methods of mixing: manual, at the plural component technology.
gun, and after the manifold
• Apply plural component coatings to concrete and steel in a manner
that meets the requirements of a given job specification
PCI L1 & L2
PROTECTIVE COATINGS INSPECTOR LEVELS 1 & 2
DIFFICULTY
Level 1: please note this is the only level approved for DoD funding
Duration: Dependent on level (See table) Duration: 5 days / 45 hours (includes written exam)
FUNDING Cost: Member: $1,145 | Non-member: $1,345
AVAILABLE
Prerequisites: No
Class Time: Days 1 – 5: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM;
Day 6: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM Level 1/ 2:
NAVY
REQUIREMENT Duration: 6 days / 50 hours (includes written and certification exam)
Cost: Dependent on level (See table) Cost: Member: $1,545 | Non-member: $1,745
Prerequisites: Yes
Credits: 4.5 CEUs Course Exam Only:
ACCREDITED
COURSE Duration: Half day / 4 hours
Certification Term: 4 years Cost: Member: $300 | Non-member: $500
Prerequisites: Dependent on level (see table). Certification Exam Only:

PREREQUISITES
Duration: Half day / 6 hours
Prerequisites can be found at shop.sspc.org.
LAUNGUAGE
GSA
PRICING Course Description Benefits of Attending
AVAILABLE
The objective of this course is to thoroughly train individuals in the After attending this course you will be able to:
proper methods of inspecting surface preparation and installation of
• Recognize the common duties, responsibilities, and the role of an
industrial and marine protective coatings and lining systems on an
industrial coatings inspector
array of industrial structures and facilities.
• Recognize the role of the coating manufacturer on a coatings project
There are no prerequisites to attend the PCI Level 1 Course. However, • Describe the authority of a coatings inspector
this course is not an entry level course. Candidates should be prepared • Explain the importance of thorough documentation
for an intense and fast-paced week of training with evening homework • Identify the differences between quality assurance and quality
and study in order to cover an extensive amount of information in control and the common duties of quality assurance and quality
5 days. PCI meets the requirements of ASTM D 3276 and the IMO control personnel
Performance Standard for Protective Coatings and IACS Common • Describe the purpose and content of a pre-job or
Structural Rules (CSR). preconstruction conference
• Explain the importance of ethics of inspection personnel
Course Content • Describe methods used to evaluate coating performance prior to
full scale installation
• Corrosion prevention using coatings • Describe the unique aspects of performing coatings inspection
• Quality assurance/control on an overcoating project and on projects employing thermal spray
• Surface preparation and inspection coatings, powder coatings, and duplex coating systems
• Practical math • Describe how coatings inspection can help prevent premature
• Coating application and inspection coating failure
• Industrial coatings and coating systems • List potential safety hazards associated with coatings inspection
• Specialty inspection projects • Prepare an inspection plan/procedure
• Coating failures and methods of prevention • Perform coatings inspection on industrial projects
• Inspector safety • Compare inspection results to specification requirements
• Coating specifications
• Simulated pre-job conference
• Inspection procedure development
Course Format
• Simulated project inspection PCI Level 1: The course provides participants 5 days of intensive training
• IMO inspector training requirements and includes multiple workshops and problem solving exercises so that
• Risk management participants may immediately apply the learning in a classroom setting
• Project acceptance and close-out without the pressures of production and project schedules. In order
to enhance the learning environment and illustrate the importance of
Who Should Attend teamwork, the workshops and exercises will be done in small teams.
The PCI Level 1 course is completed with a comprehensive written
Coatings project managers, quality managers, inspectors, contractor examination and a practical (instrument use) examination.
supervisory level personnel, coating specification writers or coatings
or equipment suppliers, coating consultants, or technical service PCI Level 2: Students passing both components of the basic course
representatives involved in the steel protective coatings industry. exam at 70% or higher and meeting the prerequisites for PCI Level 2
certification can take the written and hands-on certification exams
on Day 6. A passing grade of 80% or higher on the written and hands
Languages this Course is Offered in: on certification exam is required to become an SSPC Certified Level 2
PCI Level 1 & 2 are available in Azerbaijan, English, Turkish, Coating Inspector.
Chinese, and Spanish.
PCI L3
PROTECTIVE COATINGS INSPECTOR LEVEL 3
DIFFICULTY
Duration: Half day / 4 hours (certification exam only)
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Languages this Course is Offered in:

ACCREDITED
COURSE PCI Level 3 is available in English, Chinese, Spanish,
Cost: Member: $550 | Non-member: $750 and Turkish.
PREREQUISITES Credits: N/A

LAUNGUAGE
GSA
PRICING shop.sspc.org.
AVAILABLE
Exam Description Exam Format

The Protective Coatings Inspector Level 3 Certification Program Students passing the PCI Level 2 Exams at 80% or higher and meeting
identifies and awards recognition to individuals who have in- the prerequisites for PCI Level 3 Certification can take the PCI Level 3
depth knowledge in the principles and practices of inspection certification exams on Day 7. A passing grade of 80% or higher on the
of industrial coatings. The PCI Level 3 Certification attests to the written, PCI Level 3 certification exam is required to become an SSPC
professional credibility of the coatings inspector and raises the PCI Level 3 Certified Coating Inspector.
standard of inspection in the protective coatings industry.
The PCI Exam Consists of:
Each candidate receives five essay questions to answer. Each essay is
PCI Level 3 Certification Demonstrates worth 20 points.
Mastery in:
• Recognizing the common duties, responsibilities, and the Prerequisites for PCI Level 3 Certified Inspector
role of an industrial coatings inspector
Must have PCI Level 2 with a total of 3 years of coating inspection
• Recognizing the role of the coating manufacturer on a
experience and 80 hours of formal training or must have PCI Level 2
coatings project
with a total of 5 years coating inspection experience with no additional
• Describing the authority of a coatings inspector
formal training required. Prerequisites can be found at
• Explaining the importance of thorough documentation
shop.sspc.org/TR-PCIL3EXAM
• Identifying the differences between quality assurance
and quality control and the common duties of quality
assurance and quality control personnel
• Describing the purpose and content of a pre-job or pre
construction conference
International Recognition
• Explaining the importance of ethics of inspection personnel
PCI Level 2 meets ASTM International standard D3276 “Standard
• Describing methods used to evaluate coating performance
prior to full-scale installation Guide for Painting Inspectors“ and has been approved by
• Describing the unique aspects of performing coatings Lloyd’s Register, RINA, and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
inspection on an overcoating project and on projects as equivalent to NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 and FROSIO
employing thermal spray coatings, powder coatings, and Inspector Level III.
duplex coating systems
• Describing how coatings inspection can help prevent
premature coating failure
• Listing potential safety hazards associated with
coatings inspection
• Preparing an inspection plan/procedure
• Performing coatings inspection on industrial projects
• Comparing inspection results to specification requirements
PCS
PROTECTIVE COATINGS SPECIALIST
DIFFICULTY
Duration: Half day / 4 hours (includes written exam)

ACCREDITED
COURSE This course is also available through
Cost: Member: $500 | Non-member: $700 SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
PREREQUISITES Credits: N/A

LAUNGUAGE
GSA
PRICING shop.sspc.org.
AVAILABLE
Certification Description PCS Program Requirements Include:

The Protective Coatings Specialist certification program (PCS) Work
identifies and awards recognition to individuals who have in-depth Education C1 C2
Experience
knowledge in the principles and practices of industrial coatings
technology. C1 exam C2 course
Option A 5 years Bachelor’s degree
only and exam
About the PCS Certification C1 exam C2 course
Option B 7 years Associate degree
Certification attests to the professional credibility of the coatings only and exam
practitioner and raises the standards of the protective coatings
profession. High School C1 exam C2 course
Option C 10 years
diploma or GED only and exam
PCS Certification demonstrates mastery in:
• Assessment of coatings systems
C2 exam
• Development of coatings specifications Option D 15 years N/A N/A
only
• Surface preparation and coatings applications
• Economics of coatings
• Contract planning and management • Candidates must provide a formal application and three
• Coating failure analysis professional references to SSPC
• Inspection • SSPC recommends that candidates take the C1 and C2 Courses
before sitting for the PCS Exam
Applicants should understand the mechanisms and effects of corrosion • Candidates should read entire application for complete
for a variety of materials and be knowledgeable of the role coatings prerequisite details
play in industrial corrosion control.
The prospective Protective Coatings Specialist should also exhibit Note: Candidates must complete a comprehensive multiple-choice and
competence in management and planning of contracts for new essay question exam and pass with a 70% or better. The Certification
construction and maintenance painting, economic analysis, and is valid for four years, subject to verification of current status as a
implementation of environmental and safety regulations and controls. protective coatings professional.
The PCS Exam can be taken at the SSPC Headquarters in Pittsburgh,

PA at any time. Please contact Silvia Palmieri at palmieri@sspc.org or
412.281.2331, ext. 2201 to make an appointment.
PCS is available in English, Chinese, and Spanish.
C12
SPRAY APPLICATION CERTIFICATION
DIFFICULTY

NAVY hands-on skill assessment)
REQUIREMENT
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM The “Provide Your Own Training”

Program is available for this course.
Cost: Member: $845 | Non-member: $1,045 See page 61. This course is also
PREREQUISITES available through SSPC-licensed
Credits: 0.8 CEUs providers. See pages 54 – 55 for
contact information.
LAUNGUAGE Certification Term: 5 years
GSA
PRICING Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at
AVAILABLE
shop.sspc.org.

This program assesses the skills of sprayers who have a minimum Classroom
of 800 hours applying protective coatings with airless/conventional The classroom session consists of training on the fundamentals of
spray in an industrial or marine environment. Candidates are certified airless/conventional spray technology: spraying protective coatings
through a brief, written certification exam and a practical, hands-on using airless/conventional spray pumps (e.g., material ratio, material
skill assessment. This course is designed to train and certify marine/ viscosity, mixing, ambient conditions for application and curing, product
industrial applicators to operate airless/conventional spray equipment. data sheets, material safety data sheets, spray technique), equipment
operation, troubleshooting basics and lessons learned, coating
Course Content materials appropriate for airless/conventional spray, and quality
control basics.
• Introduction/overview of airless/conventional spray equipment
operational systems Certification Exam and Hands-On Assessment
• Proper mixing techniques On Day 2, a written certification exam is given. Once the written exam
• Proper spray techniques is completed, a tailgate safety meeting is conducted to review safe gun
• Conventional spray (optional) operating procedures, including troubleshooting and signals, before the
• Troubleshooting hands-on session takes place.
The hands-on assessment requires each candidate to spray coatings
Benefits of Attending on a steel test panel constructed in accordance with ASTM D4228
and to meet the coating manufacturer’s product data sheet (PDS)
After attending this course you will be able to: requirements. Candidates must wear appropriate personal protective
• Discuss the advantages of airless/conventional spray technology equipment (PPE) during the hands-on session and must be able to
• Recognize the importance of when and how coatings are mixed answer questions about troubleshooting if things go wrong with the
prior to airless/conventional spray spray pump operation.
• Apply airless/conventional spray coatings to steel and concrete to Those who successfully complete the C12 certification program
meet the requirements of a given job specification will receive a certificate and wallet identification card from SSPC.
Candidates wishing to achieve the C12 certification must pass the
written exam with a score of 70% and the hands-on exam with a score
of 90%.
Languages this Course is Offered in: Note: Students who do not want to receive the C12 Certification can
C12 is available in English, Arabic, Spanish, Bahasa, receive a certificate of attendance by attending the lecture portion of
Japanese, and Portuguese. the training and observing the sprayer demonstration.
Who Should Attend

Contractors, project supervisors, and craftworkers involved in using
airless/conventional spray technology.
C6
SURFACE PREPARATION & PAINT APPLICATION FOR POWER TOOL
CLEANING OPERATORS & BRUSH ROLL PAINT APPLICATORS
DIFFICULTY

FUNDING
AVAILABLE
and hands-on skill assessment)

ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $820 | Non-member: $1,020 C6 is available in English and Chinese.
COURSE
Credits: 0.7 CEUs

PREREQUISITES

LAUNGUAGE
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This course is designed to instruct industrial/marine painters in proper • Slide presentation/lecture
hand and power tool surface preparation methods and brush and roller • Workshops/quizzes
coating application, in accordance with good paint practice. Each • Final “hands-on” exam in hand and power tool surface preparation
student must also submit a prerequisite form showing a minimum of and brush and roll application
150 documented hours hand and power tool cleaning and brush and • 25-question, multiple-choice, closed-book written exam
roll coating application in an industrial or marine environment prior to
Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual. To receive a
qualifying.
certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 16 hours of the course and
pass the written exam with 70% and the hands-on exam with a score
Course Content of 90%.
• Corrosion basics
• Corrosion control process Who Should Attend
• Solvent cleaning
Personnel who must learn the proper hand and power tool surface
• Hand-tool cleaning to SSPC-SP 2
preparation methods and brush and roller coating application methods
• Power-tool cleaning to SSPC-SP 3, 11, and 15
for coating application on steel and metal structures and their
• Assessing surface cleanliness according to SSPC-VIS 3
components.
• Coating basics for brush and roll application
• Brush and roll application
• Use of wet and dry film thickness gages
• Determining the extent of curing
• Safety during hand and power tool cleaning and brush and
roll application
• Explain how paint/coatings are used to control corrosion
• Recognize the tools and methods described in the SSPC standards
and Good Painting Practice (Vol 1) for hand-and power-tool
cleaning
• Demonstrate proper brush and roll application
• Demonstrate proper use of the wet film thickness gage to measure
film thickness after brush and roll application
• Describe those tests used to determine cure
• Recognize safety hazards commonly associated with hand and
power tool cleaning and brush and roll application
SHIPBOARD
SURFACE PREPARATION & PAINT APPLICATION FOR SHIPBOARD
DIFFICULTY

FUNDING
AVAILABLE hands-on skill assessment)
ACCREDITED
COURSE Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE
Credits: 0.7 CEUs
Prerequisites: No

This course is designed to instruct ships’ force personnel in proper After attending this course you will be able to:
hand and power tool surface preparation methods and brush and roller • Explain how paint/coatings are used to control corrosion
coating application, according to those instructions found in NSTM • Recognize that NSTM 631 contains the instructions, requirements,
Chapter 631 (2008). and information for prevention of corrosion and deterioration
of ships
• Recognize the tools and methods described in the SSPC standards
Course Content for hand- and power-tool cleaning
• Corrosion basics • Recognize the demands of the environment on a coating
• Corrosion control process • Demonstrate proper brush and roll application
• Solvent cleaning • Demonstrate proper use of the wet film thickness gage to measure
• Applicable NSTM chapter 631 requirements film thickness after brush and roll application
• Hand-tool cleaning to SSPC-SP 2 • Describe those tests used to determine cure
• Power-tool cleaning to SSPC-SP 3, 11, and 15 • Recognize the hazards commonly associated with hand and power
• Assessing surface cleanliness according to SSPC-VIS 3 tool cleaning and brush and roll application
• Coating basics for brush and roll application
• Brush and roll application
• Use of wet and dry film thickness gages
Course Format
• Determining the extent of curing • Slide presentation/lecture
• Safety during hand and power tool cleaning and brush and • Workshops/quizzes
roll application • 25-question, multiple-choice, closed-book written exam
• Hands on workshop on hand and power tool and brush and
roll application
Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual. To receive a
DoD Funded Training certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 16 hours of the course and
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program, pass the written exam with 70%.
funding has been provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force,
Who Should Attend
for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or Personnel who must learn the proper hand and power tool surface
merck@sspc.org. preparation methods and brush and roller coating application methods
for ships.
THERMAL APP
THERMAL SPRAY APPLICATOR TRAINING
DIFFICULTY DIFFICULTY
LEVEL TRAINING LEVEL CERTIFICATION
Difficulty Level: Basic Difficulty Level: Intermediate
FUNDING
AVAILABLE Duration: 1 day / 8 hours (includes written exam) Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes written exam &
ACCREDITED ACCREDITED hands-on skill assessment)
COURSE COURSE
GSA
PRICING
PREREQUISITES
AVAILABLE Cost: Not offered publicly. Contact Sara Badami at
Credits: 0.8 CEUs badami@sspc.org for an onsite proposal.
GSA
PRICING
AVAILABLE
Certification Term: N/A Credits: 0.8 CEUs
Prerequisites: No Certification Term: 5 years

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Course Description Course Format - Overview of Fundamentals

This course is designed to train and certify applicators in the (Classroom Session)
application of thermal spray coatings to industrial substrates.
The classroom session consists of an 8-hour lecture and is
Note: Students who do not want to receive the Certification can just supplemented by workshops in which students use SSPC CS-23/AWS
attend the 1-day lecture and classroom workshops and receive a C2.23M/NACE No. 12, measure compressed air cleanliness, abrasive
certificate of training. cleanliness, soluble salts, profile height, ambient conditions, and dry
film thickness and complete a bend test.
Course Content
• Unit 1 – Thermal Spray Process Overview
Written Exam
• Unit 2 – Arc Spray Safety and Equipment Components (or The written exam consists of 25, multiple-choice questions. To receive
Flame Spray) a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 8 hours of the course and
• Unit 3 – Overview of SSPC CS-23/AWS C2.23M/NACE No.12 attain a 70% or better score on the written exam.
• Unit 4 – Surface Preparation Requirements
• Unit 5 – Operating Parameters and Quality Control Hands-On Assessment
On Day 2, of the program, candidates wishing to become certified
Benefits of Attending will take a hands-on assessment. The hands-on assessment requires
After attending this course you will be able to: each candidate to spray coatings on a steel test panel constructed in
accordance with ASTM D4228 and to meet the coating manufacturer’s
• Describe thermal spray coating (TSC) and its application and uses
product data sheet (PDS) requirements. The hands-on assessment
• Recognize the three types of arc spray equipment and describe
includes performing thermal spray coating and a bend test/bond test/
their components and the safety considerations required during
shape test of the specimens that the attendee has coated.
operation
• Recognize the key items covered by SSPC CS-23/AWS C2.23M/
Candidates must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
NACE No.12 Specification for Application of Thermal Spray
during the hands-on assessment and must be able to answer questions
Coatings (Metallizing) of Aluminum, Zinc and their Alloys, and
about troubleshooting if things go wrong with the spray pump operation.
Composites for the Corrosion Protection of Steel
Those who successfully complete the certification program will receive
a certificate and wallet identification card from SSPC. Candidates
wishing to achieve the certification must pass the written exam with a
DoD Funded Training
score of 70% and the hands-on assessment with a score of 90%.
Who Should Attend
information on how to take advantage of attending this course Contractors, project supervisors, or craftworkers involved in applying
for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or thermal spray technology should take this course.
merck@sspc.org.
THERMAL INSP
THERMAL SPRAY INSPECTOR TRAINING
DIFFICULTY
Prerequisites
Duration: 1 day / 8 hours (includes course exam) Students wishing to get a certification of completion for the
NAVY
REQUIREMENT Thermal Spray Inspector course must pass the written exam.
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Prior to attending the Thermal Spray Inspector program, all
individuals must provide adequate information showing that they
Cost: Member: $395 | Non-member: $595 meet the minimum requirements as set forth in the prerequisite
form. If SSPC is unable to verify the accuracy of any information
PREREQUISITES Credits: 0.8 CEUs reported on this form, it may result in the rejection of your
application.
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Certification Term: N/A The student must have taken and passed one of the following
AVAILABLE coating inspection programs:
• SSPC PCI Level 1 • NACE CIP Level 1
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• SSPC BCI Level 1 • Frosio Level 1
• SSPC NBPI

This program covers the inspection of thermal spray from pre-surface The classroom session consists of an 8-hour lecture and is
preparation through coating application. supplemented by workshops in which students learn how to navigate
the NAVSEA Standard Item on thermal spray and a DOT specification
and complete a four-station exercise of common thermal spray
Course Content inspection tests, including profile, film thickness, tensile pull-off, and
• Thermal spray process overview mandrel bend test.
• The inspector’s role
• Inspection hold points
• Thermal spray inspection procedures
Who Should Attend
• Inspecting surface preparation This course is suited for project supervisors, inspectors involved in
• Inspecting applied TSC NAVSEA, and DOT thermal spray projects.
• Thermal spray safety
• Recognize and describe the proper role of the inspector
• Recognize common inspection hold points and quality
control procedures for thermal spray inspection
• Implement and follow correct thermal spray inspection
procedures for surface preparation and application

THERMAL INSP is available in English and Chinese.
eCourse Reminder
TTP
TRAINTHEPAINTER
Course Description
The SSPC Trainthepainter Program has 76 Coating
Application, 25 Abrasive Blast Cleaning, and 15 Spray Painter
lecture modules. The program also has 39 step-by-step, hands
on workshops, equating to approximately 80 hours of training
material. These training modules map to our certification level
exams. This includes CAS (level 1 and 2), C6, C7, and C12.
Course Content
• Module 1 & 2: Applicator Module - 40 hours (5 days)
including Health and Safety, Access Plant & Equipment,
Surface Preparation, Coating Types, Coating Application,
and Quality Control
• Module 3: Abrasive Blaster Module - 24 hours (3 days)
including Introduction to Blasting, Health & Safety,
Blast Media, Standards & Quality Control, Operational
Procedures, and Process Control Program Options
• Module 4: Spray Painter Module - 16 hours (2 days)
including Introduction to Spray Painting, Health & Safety, Registered Company
Paint Materials, Airless Spray Equipment, Conventional These are contractors involved in shop and field surface
Spray, and Plural Component Spray preparation and coating application. With an approved trainer,
a contractor is able to deliver the training in-house to their
Benefits of Attending employees.
• Meets QP standard for formal internal training Affiliate Organization
• Meets SSPC ACS-1 standard These organizations are typically training providers who
• Program developed by industry experts conduct education and assessment for other companies and
• Material can be accessed online and offline via the individuals.
training app
• Real time updating of the curriculum to keep up with all
industry changes
• Internationally recognized
• Available in 9+ languages Languages this Course is Offered in:
• Flexible training to fit your schedule for on-demand needs
TTP is available in English, Chinese, French, Spanish,
Portuguese and more.
What to Register As
Company
If you are a company and need multiple people trained, it is
best to become a registered company.
Individual
As an individual seeking training, please contact our affiliate
organizations below to inquire about scheduling and pricing.
Trainthepainter Affiliate Companies:

Centro de Treinamento e Qualificação Fernando Fragata LTDA Naval and Industrial Solutions, S.A.
Thomas Fink Juan Caballero
(346) 331-6200 (507) 399-3406
thomasf@technofink.com juan.caballero@nispanama.com
Brazil Panama, Colombia
CPT Europe BV Rader Coating Technologies
Serviel Smolders Dejin Feng
+31 (61) 897-1471 +86 (213) 431-3545
servieljr@smolderssso.nl marsfeng@coatingsquare.com
Netherlands China
LiUNA University of Akron
Lisa Pryce Bryon Marks
(416) 242-7551 (330) 972-6728
lisa.pryce@183training.com bryonmarks@yahoo.com
Canada United States
TTT
TRAIN THE TRAINER
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Difficulty Level: Advanced Course Description
A 2-day training class centered around conveying knowledge, adult
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours learning, and more in addition to how to navigate the Trainthepainter portal.
This program is a required for Trainthepainter trainers.
Includes: Lecture and presentation assessment
ACCREDITED
COURSE How to Register
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Please contact Jennifer Buzzatto to register for a Train the Trainer course.*
PREREQUISITES Cost: $1,700 for up to 3 people per company Phone: 412.281.2331 ext: 2222
($400 for each additional attendee) Email: buzzatto@sspc.org
**Application(s) must be approved for Trainthepainter
LAUNGUAGE Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at
prior to taking TTT.
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PROTECTIVE COATING APPLICATOR ABRASIVE BLASTING SPRAY PAINTER

MODULE MODULE MODULE
TTP1 TTP2 TTP3 TTP4
APPLICATOR APPLICATOR ABRASIVE BLASTER SPRAY PAINTER
BRONZE CARD
TRAINEE
SILVER CARD
SILVER CARD
ORANGE CARD
Prerequisite for Wallet Card: Prerequisite for Wallet Card: Prerequisite for Wallet Card:
Prerequisites: None 1600 hours of onsite work experience** TTP2 Applicator TTP2 Applicator
Training: 40 hours of lectures and
+ =
Training: 40 hours of lectures Training: 24 hours of lectures and Training: 16 hours of lectures and
and hands-on workshop hands-on workshop hands-on workshop hands-on workshop
Exam: Written & practical

Exam: Written & practical Exam: Written & practical Exam: Written & practical TTP5/CAS LEVEL 1
COATING APPLICATION
SPECIALIST LEVEL 1
GOLD CARD
Prerequisites: Non-required
TRAINING
Training: Completion of TTP2
CERTIFICATION Applicator Module, TTP3 Abrasive
Module, TTP4 Sprayer Module
SSPC C6 SSPC C7 SSPC C12 Exam: Written ***,****
CERTIFICATION LEVEL
CERTIFICATION LEVEL
CERTIFICATION LEVEL
APPLICATOR ABRASIVE BLASTER SPRAY PAINTER

CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION
Prerequisites: 150 hours Prerequisites: 400 hours with Prerequisites: 400 hours with
of applicator experience TTP training (800 hours without TTP training (800 hours without
Training: Completion of TTP2 TTP training) TTP training)
Applicator Module Training: Completion of TTP3 Training: Completion of TTP4
Exam: Written & practical**** Abrasive Module Sprayer Module
Exam: Written & practical**** Exam: Written & practical****
* If C7 and C12 practical assessments have been passed, no practical exam required for CAS Level 2
CAS LEVEL 2 INTERIM
CERTIFICATION LEVEL
** Includes experience in pre-surface prep, hand/power tool cleaning, brush/roll, paint mixing, and
equipment/site clean up. COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST
*** Must have 3rd party monitor the exam. LEVEL 2 INTERIM CERTIFICATION
**** Exam must be graded by SSPC. Prerequisites:
2000 hours of blasting/spraying experience and 150 hours of formal training; or
3000 hours of blasting/spraying experience and no formal training
Exam: Written & practical *
CAS LEVEL 2 FULL

CERTIFICATION LEVEL
COATING APPLICATION SPECIALIST

LEVEL 2 FULL CERTIFICATION
Prerequisites:
3000 hours of a documented apprenticeship and 450 hours of formal training; or
6000 hours of blasting/spraying experience and no formal training
CAREER PATHWAY & CERTIFICATION

Exam: Written & practical *
C13
WATERJETTING PROGRAM
DIFFICULTY

NAVY
REQUIREMENT hands-on skill assessment)
Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This course is also available through

SSPC-licensed providers. See pages
ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $845 | Non-member: $1,045 54 – 55 for contact information.
COURSE
Credits: 0.6 CEUs

PREREQUISITES

LAUNGUAGE
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This program assesses the skills of waterjetters who have a minimum Each candidate will receive a comprehensive manual that includes
of 120 hours waterjetting work experience and prior documented copies of relevant standards. The 1-day classroom portion begins
employer-provided training on the waterjetting equipment they use on with an overview of all surface preparation methods and basic safety
the job. Candidates are certified through a brief, written exam and a followed by an intensive discussion of equipment and productivity and
practical, hands-on skill assessment. This is not a training program for guidelines for using SSPC-VIS 4 to achieve the SSPC/WJ cleaning
beginners. It is a certification program for waterjetters meeting specific levels. Day 2 begins with a brief review of the first day’s classroom
experience requirements. lecture before the written exam. Once the written exam is completed,
a tailgate safety meeting is conducted to review safe gun operating
procedures, including troubleshooting and signals, before the hands-on
Course Content session takes place.
• Surface preparation overview
During the hands-on skill assessment, the instructor will observe
• Basic safety awareness overview
each candidate waterjetting and grade them on achieving WJ-2 Very
• Equipment and productivity
Thorough or Substantially Clean Surface with the proper cleaning
• Review of waterjet cleaning to SSPC/NACE Waterjet Standard
techniques. Candidates will also be graded on wearing proper PPE
levels and use of SSPC-VIS 4/NACE-VIS 7
and their ability to identify the major components of the waterjetting
• Review of wet abrasive blasting if needed
equipment used.
Benefits of Attending The written, multiple-choice exam is worth a maximum of 100 points.
The hands-on evaluation is also worth a maximum of 100 points.
Candidates wishing to achieve the waterjetting certification and CEUs
• Describe the purpose of surface preparation and what it includes must attend all 16 hours of the certification and pass the written exam
• List the PPE required for waterjetting with a score of 70% and the hands-on exam with a score of 90%.
• Discuss how tailgate meetings improve job safety
• Identify the components of the waterjetting system
• Using SSPC-VIS 4/NACE-VIS 7, determine the initial condition of a
Who Should Attend
surface and assess the level of cleanliness Waterjetters with a minimum of 120 hours waterjetting work experience,
• Using SSPC/NACE Waterjet Standard levels, demonstrate ability to waterjetting shift supervisors, and project managers.
achieve the level of waterjet cleanliness required for a given job

C13 is available in English, Japanese, and Spanish.
eCOURSE INFORMATION
GENERAL eCOURSE INFORMATION
eCourses feature the same units (converted into a series of web pages) that are used for in-person classes. Each
eCOURSE
semester is 16 weeks (4 months). Students can work at their own pace over the 16 week period to complete the units,
workshops, quizzes, and final exam. You must have a copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer to view and print
PDFs. To get a free copy, visit www.adobe.com.
DIFFICULTY BASICS OF STEEL SURFACE PREPARATION

LEVEL
eCOURSE (BSSP)
3 Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Course Format
FLEX POINTS Cost: Member: $195 | Non-member: $295 | Flex Points: 3
SSPC's Basics of Steel Surface Preparation eCourse features 10
GSA
PRICING
Course Description units as a series of web pages that students can access whenever it
is convenient to them. After completing the 20-question exam online,
AVAILABLE This course defines surface preparation for steel through a
brief review of the steps involved. It then provides an overview students receive their final grade immediately
of abrasive blast cleaning, hand-and-power-tool cleaning, and Benefits of Attending
waterjetting and the associated standards referenced when
After completing this brief course, you'll recognize the basic steps in
these methods are used to prepare steel for the application of
the steel surface preparation process and what needs to be done to
protective coatings.
achieve the level of cleaning described in the cleanliness standard
specified by the job specification (contract).
Course Content
• Surface preparation: A three-step process Who Should Attend
• Evaluating job site conditions Anyone unfamiliar with steel surface preparation work who wants
• Evaluating the initial condition of the steel surface to learn more about the techniques and terminology used. To learn
• Using SSPC VIS 1 more about surface preparation of steel, SSPC's Abrasive Blaster
• Recognizing and repairing surface imperfections Certification Program (C7) is highly recommended. SSPC's Waterjetter
• Recognizing and removing surface contaminants Certification Program (C13) covers waterjetting in greater depth. In
• Abrasives and abrasive standards addition, many of the topics covered here and further information
• SSPC dry abrasive blast cleaning standards about protective coatings are addressed in more detail in SSPC's
• SSPC hand and power tool standards Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1), which is also available as an
• SSPC’s waterjetting standard eCourse as well as an in person program.
eCourse Format
Each eCourse concludes with an online, written
exam that consists of multiple-choice questions. To
receive a certificate and CEUs, you must attain at
least 70% on the exam.
Find the most up-to-date infromation on all of these
eCourses online at
sspc.org/training-certification-ecourses
Also available as eCourses:

SSPC's Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1)
and Planning and Specifying Industrial Coatings
Projects (C2) are available as eCourses. Read more
about them on pages 19 and 28.
Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1) p. 19
Planning and Specifying Industrial p. 28
Coatings Projects (C2)
eCOURSES
NEW CRAFTWORKER eCOURSES TOP 5 REASONS TO TAKE SSPC’S NEW
SSPC Trainthepainter is an innovative and unique coating applicator training
program which has been written and developed by industry experts. The training
CRAFTWORKER eCOURSES:
material covers all aspects of surface preparation and coating application. They • Due to the current situation with COVID-19 that requires
include the Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (ABB), Applicator Basics eCourse many people to work remotely, Superintendents/Foremen
(AB), and Spray Applicator Basics eCourse (SAB). They all are being offered at can have their craftworkers take these online courses as a
introductory pricing. refresher or to learn basic surface preparation and coating
application. Please Note: SSPC C7 and C12 do not require a
formal training prerequisite, but these TTP eCourses are
good preparation to taking C7 and C12.
There are 3 steps to achieve craftworker • Take these three courses to get 56 hours of formal training,
online training: that can go towards a craftworker’s required formal training
hours needed to renew their CAS certification.
1 Take Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (AAB) • Take advantage of the introductory special pricing. The
cost is 20% off the normal member rate and 10% off the
normal non-member rate.
2 Take Applicator Basics eCourse (AB) • Anyone in the world can take these online classes and they
are available in three languages: English, Spanish, and
Portuguese.
3 Take Spray Applicator Basics eCourse (SAB) • SSPC craftworker training programs are the first across-
the-board standard for industrial painters used throughout
the industry, and our long track-record of success and wide
acceptance of our programs is proof of that!
ABRASIVE BLASTER BASICS

1 eCOURSE (ABB)
Languages these eCourses are Offered in:
This craftworker eCourse is available in English, Spanish, and
Estimated Completion Time: 16 hours Portuguese.
Cost: Member: $340 | Non-member: $560 | Flex Points: N/A
DIFFICULTY Course Description

LEVEL Benefits of Attending
The eCourse delivers extensive training on 25 units, that cover the
theoretical aspects of abrasive blasting and gives craftworkers the After attending this course you will be able to:
knowledge and skill set for surface preparation on industrial and • Recognize the health and safety regulations with regards to
marine substrates. abrasive blast cleaning, including compressed air, high
eCOURSE pressure plant and equipment
Course Content • Describe the health and safety regulation for personal protection
• Describe the corrosion process and state how abrasive blast
• Introduction
LAUNGUAGE cleaning removes corrosion products
• Standards & Quality Control
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• Health & Safety
• Identify the pre-preparation requirements on steel surfaces prior to
abrasive blast cleaning
AVAILABLE • Operational Procedures
• Explain the abrasive blast cleaning process including the equipment
• Blast Media
types, equipment set up and use
• Process Control
• Differentiate various types of blast cleaning processes (centrifugal,
Course Format wet, sponge blasting, etc.) used and the different types of abrasives
employed
Each participant will access the course materials and complete the
• Discuss the quality control requirements for abrasive blast
exercises online. The written exam consists of 48 multiple-choice
cleaning, including visual standards, cleanliness, surface profile
questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must complete each
module, workshop, and quiz and attain at least 70% on the exam.
Who Should Attend
Craftworkers, surveyors, estimators, engineers and anyone who has an
interest in learning the basics of surface preparation and application of
coatings.
Want to take these units in-person?

The Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (ABB), Applicator Basics
eCourse (AB), and Spray Applicator Basics eCourse (SAB) are
all units from our SSPC TrainthePainter (TTP) program. See
page 38 to read more on our TTP in-person program.
eCOURSES
APPLICATOR BASICS eCOURSE (AB)
2 Estimated Completion Time: 36 hours
Languages these eCourses are Offered in:
Cost: Member: $675 | Non-member: $945 | Flex Points: N/A Portuguese.
DIFFICULTY Course Description
LEVEL
The eCourse delivers extensive training on 76 units, for those who are
new to the protective coatings industry, and can serve as a refresher
for a seasoned craftworker. The curriculum covers the importance After attending this course you will be able to:
of proper surface preparation to help prevent corrosion and coating • Recognize the health and safety regulations with regards to hand
eCOURSE
systems failures. and power tool cleaning, including compressed air, and high
pressure plant & equipment
LAUNGUAGE
Course Content • Discuss the health and safety regulations for personal protection
• Health and Safety • Describe the corrosion process and explain how protective
GSA
PRICING
• Access, Plant and Equipment coatings can protect steel structures from corrosion
• Reference the methods of surface preparation and standards used
AVAILABLE • Surface Preparation
• Coating Types prior to coating application
• Coating Application • Demonstrate knowledge on the painting process, including the use
• Quality Control of brushes and rollers etc.
• Explain processes for mixing and applying paint, including the
Course Format equipment types, equipment set up, and proper use
Each participant will access the course materials and complete the • Recall the quality control requirements for brush and roller
exercises online. The written exam consists of 73 multiple-choice application of coatings, wet and dry film thickness, drying and
questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must complete each curing, environmental conditions etc.
module, workshop, and quiz and attain at least 70% on the exam. Who Should Attend
coatings.
SPRAY APPLICATOR BASICS

3 eCOURSE (SAB)
Languages this eCourse is Offered in:
Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Portuguese.
Cost: Member: $170 | Non-member: $370 | Flex Points: N/A
DIFFICULTY Course Description Benefits of Attending
LEVEL
The eCourse delivers extensive training on 17 units, that cover the After attending this course you will be able to:
theoretical aspects of how to apply protective coatings to steel and • Recognize the health and safety regulations with regards to spray
other surfaces via conventional, plural component, or airless spray painting, including compressed air, high pressure plant and
FUNDING
AVAILABLE
equipment. Through the lecture material, craftworkers are trained to a equipment
high standard to serve in the marine and industrial industry. • Recognize the health and safety regulation for personal protection
• Describe the corrosion process and explain how protective
eCOURSE
Course Content coatings can protect steel structures from corrosion
• Introduction • Demonstrate knowledge on the spray painting process including
• Airless Spray Equipment the equipment types, equipment set up for airless spray,
LAUNGUAGE • Health & Safety conventional spray and plural component
• Conventional Spray • Demonstrate knowledge on the paint mixing and application
GSA • Paint Materials process including the equipment types, equipment set up and use
PRICING
AVAILABLE • Plural Component Spray • Compare the different methods of spray painting equipment, such
as electric and pneumatic
Course Format • Identify the quality control requirements for spray application of
Each participant will access the course materials and complete the coatings, wet and dry film thickness, drying and curing,
exercises online. The written exam consists of 45 multiple-choice environmental conditions etc.
module, workshop, and quiz and attain at least 70% on the exam. Who Should Attend
coatings.
eCOURSES
DIFFICULTY CONCRETE COATING BASICS
LEVEL
eCOURSE (CCB)
6 Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Course Format
FLEX POINTS Cost: Member: $400 | Non-member: $600 | Flex Points: 6 This online course contains core content modules, workshops, and
GSA
PRICING
Course Description quizzes. At the end of the course, a 50-question, multiple-choice final
exam is given. In addition to completing all of the course modules, a
AVAILABLE The online course provides a practical and comprehensive overview passing grade of 70% or higher is needed on the final exam to receive a
for those who are new and inexperienced to the concrete coating certificate of completion and CEUs.
industry. This course is designed to provide basic training to concrete
coating contractors and is a mandatory prerequisite for individuals Benefits of Attending
seeking Concrete Coating Inspector Certification. This course also
meets the practical training requirements of SSPC QP 8, Section
• Identify the basic components and properties of concrete
4.4, which requires that each job crew chief and each QC Manager
• Identify how concrete commonly deteriorates
complete a minimum 2-day overview of concrete components,
• Identify the most commonly used coating systems used on
coating and surfacing types, surface preparation and substrate repair
concrete substrates
techniques based on SSPC Guide 20, Procedures for Applying Thick
• Identify the most common concrete surface preparation methods
Film Coatings and Surfacings Over Concrete Floors.
• Explain how to repair concrete joints and cracks
• Identify the most common concrete coating application methods
Course Content • Explain how to apply/install coatings to concrete substrates
• Concrete composition • Identify the most common concrete coating inspection
• Coating and surfacing concrete instrumentation
• Concrete condition assessment
• Concrete joint and crack repair Who Should Attend
• Concrete surface preparation Concrete coating managers, contractors, specifying engineers,
• Readiness prior to installation technical representatives, concrete coating educators, and material
• General installation guidelines and equipment suppliers involved in the concrete coating industry
• Selection of concrete coatings should take this course.
• Concrete coating application methods
• Post-installation quality assurance
DIFFICULTY FUNDAMENTALS OF COATING APPLICATION &

LEVEL
INSPECTION eCOURSE (CTG APP INSP)
GSA Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Languages this Course is Offered in:
PRICING
AVAILABLE Cost: Member: $995 | Non-member: $1,195 CTG APP INSP is available in English and Spanish.
Course Description
The objective of this course is to thoroughly train individuals in the Benefits of Attending
proper methods of inspection for surface preparation and installation
of industrial and marine protective coatings and lining systems on an After attending this course you will be able to:
array of industrial structures and facilities. • Recognize the common duties, responsibilities, and the role of an
industrial coatings inspector
• Recognize the role of the coating manufacturer on a coatings
Course Content
project
• Protective coatings application • Describe the authority of a coatings inspector
• Abrasive blast cleaning • Explain the importance of thorough documentation
• Spray painting • Identify the differences between quality assurance and quality
• Inspection and engineering control and the common duties of quality assurance and quality
Course Format control personnel
• Describe the purpose and content of a pre-job or preconstruction
To pass the course, candidates must get a 70% or higher on the exam. conference
Who Should Attend • Explain the importance of ethics of inspection personnel
Coatings project managers, quality managers, inspectors, contractor • Describe the methods used to evaluate coating performance prior
supervisory level personnel, coating specification writers or coatings to full-scale installation
or equipment suppliers, coating consultants, or technical service • Describe the unique aspects of performing coatings inspection
representatives involved in the steel protective coatings industry. on an overcoating project and on projects employing thermal spray
coatings, powder coatings, and duplex coating systems
• Describe how coatings inspection can help prevent premature
coating failure
• List potential safety hazards associated with coatings inspection
• Prepare an inspection plan/procedure
• Perform coatings inspection and industrial projects
• Compare inspection results to specification requirements
eCOURSES
DIFFICULTY INDUSTRIAL COATING SAFETY MANAGEMENT
LEVEL
TRAINING eCOURSE (SAFETY)
Cost: Member: $845 | Non-member: $1,045 | Flex Points: 15
FLEX POINTS Benefits of Attending
GSA Course Description After attending this course you will be able to:
• Describe the role of the Safety Director/Manager in industrial
PRICING
AVAILABLE This eCourse will provide participants with knowledge and skills
necessary to be a competent person related to safety and health coating operations
programs in industrial coating operations. The course will cover • Explain the difference between a contractor’s Corporate Safety
recognizing hazards encountered in industrial coating projects, Manual and a job-specific Safety Plan
controlling those exposures, and risk management/insurance. This • Recognize, evaluate and control hazardous chemicals in industrial
course will be delivered in 16 units featuring lecture, workshops, coating operations
quizzes, and a multiple choice assessment. • Recognize, evaluate and control occupational hazards in industrial
coating operations
Course Content • Analyze accident reports and the implementation of various
prevention methods
• Role of the Contractor’s Safety Director or Manager
• Explain the implementation of a site-specific safety and health plan
• Managing Risk
by the on-site competent person
• Commonly Encountered Industrial Coating
Occupational Hazards Who Should Attend
• Recognizing Impairment Attendees of this course should consist of individuals responsible for
• Real Costs of Accidents the development, implementation and/or management of an Industrial
• Effective Disciplinary Action Painting Contractor’s Safety and Health Program at both the corporate
• Feasibility of Safety Committees and site-specific levels. Participants should have a background in
• Pros and Cons of Worker Incentives Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Civil Engineering, and/or field
• EMR’s work supervision. Experience levels of participants should range from
• Industry Standards at least 1 year to 10 years.
Course Format
exercises online. The written exam consists of 50 multiple-choice
module, workshop, and quiz and attain at least 70% on the exam.
DIFFICULTY NAVIGATING NAVSEA STANDARD ITEM

LEVEL
009-32 eCOURSE (009-32) Course Format
Estimated Completion Time: 24 hours exercises online. The written exam consists of 25 multiple-choice
FUNDING
AVAILABLE
Cost: Member: $395 | Non-member: $595 | Flex Points: 6 questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must complete all
modules and exercises and attain at least 70% on the exam.
6 Course Description
FLEX POINTS This eCourse describes the naval ship cleaning and painting Benefits of Attending
requirements found in NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32. It covers the
GSA
PRICING
cleanliness, surface preparation, coating application requirements, and After attending this course you will be able to:
• Describe the general content of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32
AVAILABLE system application instructions for various Navy vessels.
• Locate sources for standards referenced in the Standard Item
• Use the criteria it presents to accomplish the painting requirements
Course Content outlined for U.S. Navy surface ships, submarines, and aircraft
• Introduction to NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 carriers
• Surface preparation criteria
• Coating application criteria Who Should Attend
• Inspection and documentation criteria Those coating contractors, inspectors, and suppliers who need to gain
• Tables 1-9: Criteria for options for different specific a better understanding of the NAVSEA 009-32 requirements.
vessel areas
• Exercises on navigating the standard item and its tables and
ASTM F718 product data sheets
DoD Funded Training
merck@sspc.org.
eCOURSES
DIFFICULTY QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
LEVEL
eCOURSE (QCS)
Cost: Member $420 | Non-member $620 | Flex Points: 6
Course Format
FLEX POINTS The written exam consists of 25, multiple-choice questions. To receive
a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 16 hours of the course and
Course Description
attain at least 70% on the exam.
LAUNGUAGE This course is designed to provide training in quality management for
SSPC-Certified contractor personnel, Technical Quality Managers Exercise and workshop topics include: interpreting project specification
GSA
PRICING
(TQM), and inspectors employed by SSPC-QP 5 inspection firms. It and product data sheet information, developing a work plan, developing
AVAILABLE provides an overview of the quality management aspects of surface an inspection plan, and reviewing inspection reports.
preparation, paint, coatings, and inspection operations that a Quality
Control Supervisor (QCS) needs to know to ensure delivery of a quality Benefits of Attending
product to customers. It is highly recommended that students attending After attending this course you will be able to:
the QCS course have recent inspection training (SSPC PCI, NBPI, or • Explain the duties and responsibilities of quality control supervisors
BCI) or equivalent formal training and also have some quality control • Identify the technical resources a QCS should have on hand
experience. • Define common quality system terms
• Describe the contents of a typical quality control manual
Course Content • Discuss the importance of written procedures and the requirements
for writing them
• Introduction
• Recognize the need to control all documents and data related to the
• Quality systems
company’s quality program
• QCS qualifications and requirements
• Apply document review procedures
• Training and qualifications
• Describe inspection plans and types of inspection
• Technical resources
• Examine and correct system deficiencies that have caused non-
• Quality manuals and procedures
conformities
• Documentation and data control
• Determine how to show conformance to specifications through
• Calibration programs
detailed documentation
• Contract document and specification review
• Establish a program to monitor all equipment requiring calibration
• Work plans and process control procedures
• Identify the general training requirements for contractor QC
• Inspection plans
personnel in the field or on the shop floor
• Inspection reports
• Internal audits Who Should Attend
SSPC-Certified contractor personnel, Technical Quality Managers
(TQM), and inspectors employed by SSPC-QP 5 inspection firms. It is
Languages this Course is Offered in: also applicable to project managers, coating specifiers, contracting
officers, plant and facility managers, coating inspectors, and technical
QCS is available in English and Spanish. service representatives in the industrial and marine coatings industry.
This course is not intended to replace the more formal quality
management courses available from such organizations as the
American Society for Quality (ASQ).
SSPC WEBINARS
Description
The Webinar Series presented by SSPC is avaliable to everyone.
Want to advance in your career, but you’re too busy and don’t have
the time to devote to a week-long class? Then take a webinar. The
webinars are designed to keep you abreast of the latest industry
trends, developments, and technology - all from the comfort of your
home or office.
Registration
Register at www.sspc.org/trn-webinars/
Webinar Exam
Participation in the webinar is free, but for those who wish to
receive continuing education credits from SSPC, a test is available
after the webinar. The test service is free for members and $25 for
non-members. To register for a webinar exam, please visit:
shop.sspc.org/Marketplace/Training/Online-Exams-Only/Webinars
For further information please contact Silvia Palmieri at
palmieri@sspc.org or 412.281.2331, ext. 2201.
eCOURSES
DIFFICULTY USING SSPC-PA 2 EFFECTIVELY (PA 2)
LEVEL
Estimated Completion Time: 16 hours Benefits of Attending
Cost: Member $250 | Non-member $350 | Flex Points: 6
6 After attending this course you will be able to:
• Describe the purpose and scope of SSPC-PA 2
FLEX POINTS Course Description • Recognize the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 gages
In this eCourse, Bill Corbett, chair of the SSPC Education Committee
GSA
PRICING and the SSPC Dry Film Thickness committee, which is responsible
• Identify the process used to obtain accurate DFT measurements
• Distinguish between calibrating, verifying accuracy, and adjusting
AVAILABLE for the SSPC-PA 2 standard, demonstrates on video how to complete a gage
the measurements described in the SSPC-PA 2 standard. Through • Explain how to adjust a Type 2 DFT gage
visual examples, many filmed at an actual job site, students will learn • Recognize the importance of taking base metal readings (BMRs)
the frequency of spot measurements on pipe spools, test panels, when using a Type 1 gage
coated steel beams and pipe sections. Students will also gain valuable • Explain the difference between area measurements, spot
practice in determining whether the film thickness in a given area measurements, and gage readings
conforms to the various coating thickness restriction levels available • Calculate the number of areas, spot measurements, and minimum
within SSPC-PA 2. number of gage readings that must be acquired for various coated
areas
Course Content • Establish whether or not measurements are within the tolerance of
• Introduction to the Standard and Key Definitions the various coating restriction levels listed in SSPC-PA 2
• Gage Types and Principles for Use • Determine the magnitude of a nonconforming area
• Calibration and Verification of Accuracy • Apply the methods for measuring dry film thickness as described in
• Performing Calculations the standard and its appendices
• Obtaining Gage Readings, Spot and Area Measurements • Explain the difference between full and sample DFT determinations
• Measurement frequency used for various structural shapes
• Film thickness tolerance levels Who Should Attend
• Determining the magnitude of non-conforming film thickness The importance of understanding SSPC-PA 2 cuts across several
parties frequently involved with a coating or lining project, including:
Workshops • Facility owners, coating manufacturers, and engineering firms that
• Coating Thickness Restriction Levels specify SSPC-PA 2;
• Spot and Area Measurements • Management and supervisors of painting contractor companies,
• Determining the Extent of Nonconforming Areas steel fabrication shops and “blast & paint” shops that must comply
• Calculating Spot Measurements for a Pipe Spool with the standard as a contractual requirement; and
• Quality assurance and quality control coating inspectors who
Course Format are responsible for inspecting the work, verifying conformance
Video is used to demonstrate gage verification, spot and area to the project specification, and demarcating areas based on the
measurements, and determining the extent of nonconforming magnitude of the nonconforming thickness.
areas. Workshops give students practice in performing necessary
calculations, examining coating thickness restriction levels, and
determining measurement frequency.
The final exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. To receive a NEW – Purchase 3 eCourses and receive a
certificate and CEUs, you must complete all course units and attain a 15% Discount!
minimum 70% score on the exam
eCourse Quantity Discount Pricing – for

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classroom training, but organizations can save even more by
buying in bulk! We offer tiered discounts at quantities of 5, 10,
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eCOURSES
NEW INSPECTION eCOURSES
SSPC has launched the following eCourses to give you the knowledge to be able
to specialize in a particular coating inspection field. Take any of the following three
inspection eCourses or take them all to gain expertise and knowledge in respective
inspection specialties.
Take one of these three online programs:

• Fireproofing Inspector eCourse (FIRE INSP)
• Insulation Inspector eCourse (INSUL INSP)
• Pipeline Coating Inspector eCourse (PIPE INSP)
OPTION 1 FIREPROOFING INSPECTOR

eCOURSE (FIRE INSP)
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Course Format
Cost: This course is taken online and consists of three core modules: Thick
Fireproofing Inspector Level 1 Training eCourse: Film Intumescent Coatings, Thin Film Intumescent Coatings, and Other
Forms of Fire Protection. Each module is supplemented by quizzes.
Member $500 | Non-member $700 The course features units as a series of web pages that students can
access whenever it is convenient to them. The written exam consists of
Course Description
LAUNGUAGE
100, multiple-choice questions. To receive a certificate and CEUs, you
The online Fireproofing Inspector Course provides coatings inspectors must attend all 8 hours of the course and attain a 70% or better score
with fundamental knowledge for the inspection of passive fire on the exam.
protection projects. The course will focus on the inspection tasks
associated with thick film and thin film intumescent coatings as well as Benefits of Attending
other forms of fire protection. After attending this course you will be able to:
• Describe different types of fires and fire protection
Course Content • Explain how thick film and thin film intumescent coatings work
• Thick film intumescent coatings • Define the role of the fireproofing inspector in regard to quality
• Overview of passive fire protection assurance and quality control
• Quality assurance and quality control • Recognize health and safety considerations for fireproofing projects
• Safety and the fire proofing inspector • Recognize essential documents associated with the inspection of
• Fireproofing inspectors duties fireproofing projects
• Principles of passive fire protection • Explain the surface preparation and coating application processes
• Conditional surveys and maintenance for thick film and thin film intumescent coatings
• Thin film intumescent coatings • Describe the products and equipment needed for surface
• Characteristics and quantity requirement preparation and coating application
• Documentation, training, and application • Outline how to conduct and compile fireproofing survey reports
• Dry film thickness • Identify factors that influence the required wet and dry film
• Other forms of fire protection thicknesses of intumescent coatings
• Recognize common application defects
• Identify other forms of fire protection materials in addition to
Languages this Course is Offered in: intumescent coatings
FIRE INSP is available in Chinese, English, Spanish, Who Should Attend

Russian, and Turkish. Coatings project managers, quality managers, inspectors, contractor
supervisory level personnel, coating specification writers or coatings
or equipment suppliers, coating consultants, or technical service
representatives involved in the steel protective coatings industry.
eCOURSES
OPTION 2 INSULATION INSPECTOR
eCOURSE (INSUL INSP)
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Estimated Completion Time: 8 hours Course Format
Cost: This course is taken online and each module is supplemented by
Insulation Inspector Level 1 Training eCourse: quizzes. The course features units as a series of web pages that
Member $500 | Non-member $700 students can access whenever it is convenient to them. Students must
take the written exam in person. Contact SSPC to set up the exam. The
Insulation Inspector Level 2 Certification Exam: written exam consists of 100, multiple-choice questions. To receive
Member $300 | Non-member $500 a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 8 hours of the course and
LAUNGUAGE
attain a 70% or better score on the exam.
Course Description
The training material covers all aspects of thermal insulation and
its use in the industry. The program covers basic corrosion, design, After attending this course you will be able to:
standards and specifications, quality assurance and quality control, • Discuss the basic history of insulation products
health and safety, insulation inspector’s duties, and the application of • Recognize the different forms of insulation, such as hot, cold,
insulation. acoustic, cryogenic, and personal protection
• Explain the factors that affect corrosion under insulation
Course Content • Recognize the causes of CUI and how it is detected and prevented
• Describe the common service requirements for insulation design,
• Insulation overview standards, and specifications
• Insulation systems, corrosion • Identify the hazards associated with insulation materials
• Insulation design, standards, and specification • Identify the requirements for inspection plans and related
• Quality assurance and quality control checkpoints
• Safety and the insulation inspector • Describe the different types of documentation utilized on thermal
• Insulation inspector’s duties insulation contracts
• Insulation application • Describe the objectives for conducting an insulation survey
• Conducting insulation surveys • Recognize the reporting and documentation requirements for
conducting insulation surveys
Languages this Course is Offered in: Who Should Attend

Engineers, managers, and plant and asset owners who have an interest
INSUL INSP is available in English, Spanish, and Chinese
in thermal insulation and inspection of insulation will benefit from
studying this training material.
OPTION 3 PIPELINE COATING INSPECTOR

eCOURSE (PIPE INSP) PIPE INSP is available in English, German, and Spanish.
DIFFICULTY
LEVEL Estimated Completion Time: 16 hours
Cost:
Pipeline Coating Inspector Level 1 Training eCourse: Benefits of Attending
Member $700 | Non-member $900 After attending this course you will be able to:
• Recognize the duties of a pipeline coating inspector
Course Description • Describe the surface preparation methods, such as centrifugal
LAUNGUAGE The Pipeline Inspector Course is designed to provide inspectors with blast cleaning used on steel pipes.
fundamental knowledge for the inspection of pipeline projects. The • Identify different applicable standards used for pipeline inspection
course will focus on the inspection tasks associated with pipelines, as • Identify how to use visual tools such as SSPC-VIS 1 when
well as common pipeline coatings, methods of surface preparation and inspecting surface preparation of pipelines
application, safety, quality assurance, standards, and best practices. • Identify the coating systems commonly used on pipelines
• Identify the testing and inspection requirements for surface
preparation and coating application of lined steel pipes
Course Content • Explain the documentation requirements for a pipeline coating
• Pipeline corrosion project, including inspection test plans, specifications, and
• Quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) standards
• Safety and the pipeline inspector
• Pipeline inspector’s duties Course Format
• Surface preparation prior to application of pipeline coatings This course is composed of thirteen core units.. Most modules are
• Fusion-bonded epoxy coatings for pipeline protection supplemented by quizzes. The course features units as a series of web
• Miscellaneous pipeline coatings pages that students can access whenever it is convenient to them.
• Pipeline coatings testing Students must take the written exam in person. Contact SSPC to set up
• Recommended practice and international standards the exam. The written exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions.
To receive a certificate and CEUs, you must attend all 24 hours of the
Who Should Attend course and attain a 70% or better score on the exam.
The training should be conducted by pipeline coating personnel,
engineers, managers, plant and asset owners who have an interest in
corrosion protection of pipelines.
TESTIMONIALS
SEE WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT OUR
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION COURSES
Taking part of the C3 Training was extremely beneficial to me as a

S Lead Paint Removal (C3) project manager. The knowledge I now have in this area, can only
Cheektowaga, NY USA better myself and all the workers I intend to guide and protect in my
position as project manager. Following safe practices makes for
a productive and safe work environment for my company and my
employees. - Susan V.
I have attended SSPC courses since 1998, too many to recall. The
T Protective Coatings Inspector (PCI) course subjects and curriculum has improved substantially since
Long Beach, CA USA then. I would not be who I am or achieved the success I found if not
from the knowledge I gained from field experience and classroom
study. - Thomas F.
I have been working in the coating industry for 15 years. I have

F Concrete Coating Inspector (CC1) several certifications in protective and marine coatings, as NACE
Orlando, FL USA CIP Level 3, NACE O-CAT, SSPC C1, and C2, but none of these
courses cover concrete coatings so clearly and objectively. The CCI
course is the best training if you really want to learn about concrete
coatings. - Felipe N.
This class made me better understand how things work and what
G Spray Application Certification (C12) steps you need to take to do a great job. Our professor was very
Seattle, WA USA professional and knowledgeable and always made sure you
understand everything to succeed in your career. - Gabriel L.
While I try to stay abreast of changes in legislation and industry

R Lead Paint Removal Refresher (C5) standards, the single best way to keep current is to attend an SSPC
Long Beach, CA USA training course at a convention. I not only get a concentrated dose
of information about the subject of interest, I’m exposed to the latest
(and traditional) technologies, materials and best practices in the
industry. - Robert I.
*All testimonials are reflections of SSPC and were provided by students during their course evaluations. Their responses are candid
and reflect opinions about the courses, their instructors, and SSPC as an organization.

TRAINING PROGRAM CATEGORIES
Surface Preparation & Coatings Application Coating Concrete
• Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (ABB) • Concrete Coating Basics eCourse (CCB)
• Abrasive Blasting Certification (C7) • Concrete Coating Application Specialist (CCAS)
• Aerospace Coating Application Specialist Certification Program (ACAS) • Concrete Coating Inspector Program (CCI)
• Aerospace Engineer Coating Application Training (AERO ENG)
• Aerospace Maintainer Coating Application Training (AERO MAIN)
• Applicator Basics eCourse (AB)
Coatings Technology, Management, Lead,
• Basics of Steel Surface Preparation eCourse (BSSP) Health & Safety
• Coast Guard Basic Paint Inspector Course (COAST GUARD)
• Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1)*
• Coating Application Specialist Certification (CAS)
• Inspecting Containment (CONTAIN)
• Coating Application Specialist – Refresher (CAS REF)
• Industrial Coating Safety Management Training (SAFETY)
• Concrete Coating Application Specialist (CCAS)
• Lead/Hazardous Coatings Removal (C3)
• Ground Vehicle Corrosion/Protective Coatings Course (GROUND VEH)
• Lead/Hazardous Coatings Removal Refresher (C5)
• Intumescent Fireproofing Coating Application Specialist (FIRE APP)
• Lead Paint Worker Safety (WORKER)
• Marine Plural Component Program (MPCAC, C14)
• Planning and Specifying Industrial Projects (C2)*
• Plural Component Application for Polyurea and Other High Solid Coatings
• Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS)
(PLURAL)
• Quality Control Supervisor eCourse (QCS)
• Specialty Module CD Series (SPECIALTY MODULE)
• Using SSPC-PA 2 Effectively eCourse (PA 2)
• Spray Applicator Basics eCourse (SAB)
• Spray Application Certification (C12)
• Thermal Spray Applicator (THERMAL APP) eCourses/eLearning
• Trainthepainter (TTP) • Abrasive Blaster Basics eCourse (ABB)
• Surface Preparation and Paint Application for Power Tool Cleaning • Applicator Basics eCourse (AB)
Operators and Brush and Roll Paint Applicators (C6) • Basics of Steel Surface Preparation eCourse (BSSP)
• Surface Preparation and Paint Application for Shipboard Organizational • Concrete Coatings Basics eCourse (CCB)
Level Corrosion Control (SHIPBOARD) • Fireproofing Inspector eCourse (FIRE INSP)
• Waterjetting Program (C13) • Fundamentals of Coating Application and Inspection (CTG APP INSP)
• Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1)*
Inspection • Industrial Coatings Safety Management Training eCourse (SAFETY)
• Aerospace Engineer Coating Application Training (AERO ENG) • Insulation Inspector eCourse (INSUL INSP)
• Bridge Coatings Inspector Program (BCI) • Navigating NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 eCourse (009-32)
• Bridge Maintenance: Conducting Coating Assessments (BRIDGE) • Pipeline Inspector eCourse (PIPE INSP)
• Coast Guard Basic Paint Inspector Course (COAST GUARD) • Planning and Specifying Industrial Coatings Projects (C2)*
• Concrete Coating Basics (CCB) • Quality Control Supervisor eCourse (QCS)
• Concrete Coating Inspector Program (CCI) • Spray Application Basics eCourse (SAB)
• Fireproofing Inspector eCourse (FIRE INSP) • Using PA 2 Effectively eCourse (PA 2)
• Fundamentals of Coating Application and Inspection (CTG APP+INSP) • Webinars
• Insulation Inspector eCourse (INSUL INSP)
• Master Coatings Inspector Certificate (MCI)
Department of Defense/DoD Training FUNDING
AVAILABLE
• NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) SSPC Training/Certification tuition is covered for DoD, Army, Navy, Airforce,
• Navigating NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 (009-32) Marines, and Coast Guard personnel. For further information or to register
• Pipeline Inspector eCourse (PIPE INSP) for a course, please contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or
• Protective Coatings Inspector Program (PCI) merck@sspc.org.
• Thermal Spray Inspector Training (THERMAL INSP) Most SSPC classes are approved for DoD Funding.
• Using SSPC-PA 2 Effectively eCourse (PA 2) For a complete list of approved classes, please visit
www.sspc.org/trn-funding/.
Marine/Navy
• Abrasive Blasting Certification (C7) (009-32 Requirement) A LOOK AT THE NUMBERS
• Coast Guard Basic Paint Inspector Course (COAST GUARD)
• Marine Plural Component Program (MPCAC, C14) (009-32 Requirement)
• Navigating NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 (009-32)
280+
• NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) (009-32 Requirement)
• Protective Coatings Inspector Program (PCI) (009-32 Requirement)
• Spray Application Certification (C12) (009-32 Requirement)
• Surface Preparation and Paint Application for Shipboard Organizational INSTRUCTORS
20+
Level Corrosion Control (SHIPBOARD)
• Thermal Spray Inspector Training (THERMAL INSP)
• Using SSPC-PA 2 Effectively eCourse (PA 2)
• Waterjetting Program (C13) (009-32 Requirement)
COUNTRIES

FAQS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SSPC TRAINING
What kind of training courses does SSPC offer? How can I use my Organizational Membership flexible
SSPC offers courses designed to benefit coatings professionals, benefit points?
whether they are contractors involved in surface preparation and paint SSPC organizational members can use their Flex points to get additional
application, or engineers, inspectors, consultants, facility owners and discounts ($200 off per course) or have access to some of our eCourses for
salespeople involved in other aspects of the business. SSPC courses FREE! Look on through the eCourse section on pages 41-49.
are designed to provide students with a well-rounded understanding
For information on SSPC Membership, please contact SSPC at 412.281.2331,
of the intricacies involved in planning and executing industrial painting
customerservice@sspc.org, or visit: www.sspc.org/organizational-
projects.
membership/. To redeem your flexible benefits points for training, please
contact Training Customer Service at 412.281.2331, ext. 2241
When does SSPC offer these courses? or training@sspc.org.
SSPC offers its training/certification programs in various locations
around the world. We offer over 600 training and certification programs What if I need a class outside the United States?
publicly throughout the year. Courses are also offered in conjunction
SSPC works globally to enhance the coatings industry by offering education,
with our national conference and are offered by several licensees and
training, and chapter events all over the world. SSPC offers classes in the
SSPC local chapters.
following countries:
Does SSPC offer private courses for large groups at • Algeria • Indonesia • Peru
• Belgium • Japan • Singapore
client facilities? • Brazil • Malaysia • Taiwan
Yes. Every SSPC course can be given on-site to a private or public • China • Mexico • Thailand
employer. Please contact Sara Badami at 412.281.2331, ext. 2208 or • Columbia • Nigeria • Turkey
badami@sspc.org for more information about this program to request a • Ecuador • Netherlands • United Arab Emirates
proposal for on-site training. • Egypt • Panama • United Kingdom
• India • Philippines • Vietnam
Are there any other types of classes or learning
opportunities that SSPC offers? For more information, please contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221
or merck@sspc.org.
Yes. SSPC has a long list of workshops that we’ve developed to provide
an overview of specialty subjects. Some of these are listed here:
How do I recertify for SSPC Certification Programs?
• Failure Analysis • Mitt Training
• Waterjetting • Controlling Humidity and All SSPC-certified professionals must periodically renew their certifications.
• Coating Inspection Instruments Temperature for Abrasive SSPC has now made this renewal process easier by placing its renewal
and Standards Blasting, Coating, and Curing exams online. Coatings professionals certified in the various programs will be
• Coatings for Secondary • Detecting, Removing, and notified by mail in plenty of time to complete their renewals. Please contact
Containment Overcoating Soluble Salts
• Plural Component Spray • Thermal Spray Coatings
Silvia Palmieri at 412.281.2331, ext. 2201 or palmieri@sspc.org for more
Equipment • Industrial Paint Estimating information.
• Concrete Evaluation and Repair • Assessing Your Company’s
• Coating Underground Pipelines Structure and Financial Health
and Storage Facilities
Why take an online training class?
The eCourses are perfect for those students who are unable to attend a
How often are the eCourses offered? regular public offering. eCourses feature the same units that are used in
eCourses can be taken at anytime throughout the year. Each semester in-person classes. Each unit has been converted into a series of web pages
is 16 weeks (4 months). Students can work at their own pace over the that students can access whenever it is convenient to them. After completing
16-week period to complete the units, workshops, and quizzes. The each webinar quiz or workshop, students receive instant feedback to aid in
final exam is also completed online. the learning process.
How will these courses help me? How can I host an SSPC public offering?
First of all, SSPC’s courses will enhance your overall coatings
If you want to host an SSPC training course at your facility, please contact
knowledge and help you do your job better. When you get involved with
Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or merck@sspc.org.
SSPC, you’re tapping into a vast network of knowledge that expands
exponentially every year. Our members represent such a broad cross-
section of industry that if there is an answer you need to a coatings
Do SSPC Wallet Cards have a QR Code on them?
question, we’ll find it. Effective 1/24/20 all SSPC cards have a QR code on them that can be scanned
to access information on www.sspc.org.
Where can I take a course?
How can I take advantage of GSA pricing with SSPC training
Check our training schedule for the latest public dates and locations.
For a private course, please contact Sara Badami at 412.281.2331 ext. courses?
2208 or badami@sspc.org. You can find more information about GSA pricing and SSPC courses
at sspc.org/gsa.

What does it mean to host an SSPC public offering? Does SSPC offer suggested career pathways?
If you host an SSPC public offering you are allowing people from the coatings Yes, SSPC offers suggested career paths. They can be found on our career
industry to come and take an SSPC Training Class at your facility. pathways page at www.sspc.org/career-pathways. If you have an additional
questions about your specific career path, contact us.
• You can pick the date of the offering
• You will also get two free slots in the class
How can I download my certificate?
The following are some of the responsibilities that you have when you host a
course. Students can log in and obtain their grades and or print a copy of their
certificate by following the steps below. Grades and certificates are typically
• Find a location for the training available 4 weeks after the course ends.
• Provide AV equipment
• Recommend a hotel 1. Go to www.sspc.org and click login in the top right of the page
• Provide on-site administration for the course 2. Enter the username as the email you provided at the course and
• Provide coffee or refreshments for the students click the forgot password button
• Help promote the event
3. Check your email and click the link to set your new password
SSPC will:
4. Type in a secure password that you will remember
• Provide (1) set of course materials
• Provide (1) set of the PowerPoint 5. From here, click on the Login in the top right corner again
• Grade exams and enter your email as the username and the new password
• Generate and issue certificates/CEUs you created
• Take all of the registrations 6. At this point you are logged into your SSPC account and you
• Provide instructors for the courses can see all of your past purchases / downloads / training
history. Please go to the profile and make sure that all of the
Does SSPC have any free funding to register for your information is correct as far as your name and address
training programs?
7. On the left hand side click the Training & Certifications tab
Yes we do. We have funding through: and then click History
• DoD 8. All of your SSPC courses will appear and you can click the
• Veterans blue + sign to show your grades and information
• Scholarships
9. At this point if you would like a digital copy click the
Please contact Jennifer Merck at 412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or download certification button and you can download a pdf
merck@sspc.org. copy of your certificate
If you have any problems please reach out to customer service at
How can I retake an exam? customerservice@sspc.org or call at 412.281.2331, ext 2214.
Please contact the Training Program Coordinator to schedule a retake at
412.281.2331, ext. 2241. Does SSPC provide international craftworker training?
SSPC offers a range of international quality crafter worker training and
Written Exam Retake Fee: $100 Member | $200 Non-member
certification programs to suit your needs. SSPC has been at the forefront of
Inspection Plan Exam Retake Fee: $100 Member | $200 Non-member
craftworker certification for 20 years, beginning with the groundbreaking
Practical Exam Retake Fee: $200 Member | $300 Non-member.
Abrasive Blasting Certification (C7) that was launched in 1998, continuing
Note: Students only have one calendar year from the date they take the exam with the Spray Application Program (C12) (2006) to the Coating Application
to complete a retake before being required to take course over again. Specialist (CAS) program (2007). Over the years, SSPC has trained and
certified over 20,000 craftworkers around the world. We currently run
How can I take advantage of the DoD Funding? scheduled C7, C12, CAS, and TTP training and certification programs in:
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program, funding has been • Australia • Singapore
provided to train DoD, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard • Indonesia • Thailand
personnel in SSPC Training and Certification Programs. For more information • Malaysia • Vietnam
on attending the courses for free, please contact Jennifer Merck at • Philippines
412.281.2331, ext. 2221 or merck@sspc.org or visit our website at: Contact Jennifer Merck at merck@sspc.org for more information.
www.sspc.org/trn-funding/.
How do I find out who is currently certified in each of

your certification programs?
There is a search function on the SSPC website to find certified coatings
professionals, certified contractors, individual members, and/or corporate
members. The search can be found on the homepage of our website:
www.sspc.org.

TRAINING LICENSEES
SSPC TRAINING COURSES ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH
THE FOLLOWING SSPC-LICENSED TRAINING PROVIDERS
North America (USA, CAN, MEX) North America (USA)

Courses: C3 and C5 Course: C5
Alison Kaelin, AB Kaelin, LLC Maureen Campbell, Campbell Consulting Services, Inc.
1.412.841.7260 1.631.775.7465
abkaelin@comcast.net wc2001@hotmail.com
Jared Rigo, Gannett Fleming, Inc. North America (USA, CAN, MEX)
1.814.279.0824 Courses: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6, C7, C12, C14, CAS,
jrigo@gfnet.com Plural, QCS, and Lead Worker
Charlie Brown, GPI Anton Ruesing, Finishing Trades Institute
1.443.753.5479 1.410.564.5850
cbrown@gpinet.com aruesing@iupat.org
Adam McGreevy, J.S. Held LLC North America (CAN)

1.718.268.6314 Courses: CCAS
amcgreevy@jsheld.com John Mandarino, LiUNA Canadian Tri-Fund
Chris Lovelace, The Lovelace Group 1.289.291.3768
jmandarino@tri-fund.org
1.678.764.8963
chris@thelovelacegroup.com North America (USA)
Mitch Blum, MB Safety Consulting Courses: C1 and CCB
1.716.310.3768 Cory Brown, Tnemec Company, Inc.
mitchsafety1@gmail.com 1.816.326.4263
brown@tnemec.com
Itzel Zarate, Andromeda Academy of
Construction Trades LLC North America (USA)
1.929.268.2472 Courses: C1, C2, and PCS
info@andromedaacademy.com Chris Ewals, LINE-X LLC
1.714.623.8962
CEwals@linexmail.com
WANT TO BECOME AN SSPC TRAINING LICENSEE?

We are always interested in discussions with potential new partners.
Accreditation shows you mean business; any organization can host a training
course, but it takes true commitment to become an authorized provider of
SSPC Training Programs.
SSPC developed the Training Provider Accreditation Application to verify the

capabilities of companies performing industrial coatings training programs.
The program’s objective is to determine if a company has the personnel,
organization, qualifications, procedures, knowledge, and capability to
administer quality SSPC training programs. SSPC is an Authorized Provider
of the International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET)
and meets the ANSI/IACET Standard for awarding the IACET CEUs (Continuing Licensee location
Education Units). The Training Provider Accreditation Application process
involves an application and a site visit that benchmarks your organization
against the ANSI/IACET Standard. For more information please contact:
The Training Provider Accreditation Application and review is a rigorous Jennifer Merck
process that involves extensive, hands-on evaluation by SSPC. Its thorough
nature ensures that accreditation is valued in the marketplace and that the 412.281.2331 ext. 2221
approved company is the best of the best.
merck@sspc.org

INTERNATIONAL LICENSEES
SSPC has a Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Office that also offers regional courses, contact Jennifer Merck at merck@sspc.org for information.
Licensee Name Licensee Contact/Email Licensee Phone/ Course Location of Training

Fax
Alfa Egypt Academy Mohamed Elhamalawi P: +20226634498 FIRE INSP, Egypt
m.hamalawi@gmail.com F: +20226634497 INSUL INSP,
CCI and PCI
Amazonia Industries Gabriel Herrera P: +593 984523912 PCI Ecuador and Chile
servicios@amazoniaec.com
Australasian Corrosion Ross Boucher P: +61398904833 CCI, CCAS Australia and New Zealand
Association Inc. ross.boucher@corrosion.com.au F: +61398907866
Bertlunik Engineering Ayodele Adebowale P: +234.803.078.2705 PCI Nigeria
Company Limited adebowayo@yahoo.com
BlastOne International Niall Collins P: +61439095717 C6, C7 and C12 Australia
Niall.collins@blastone.com
CDV Industrial EIRL Cintia De los Santos P: +51999035130 PCI Peru
inspecciones@cdvindustrial.com F: +5113354016
Global Insignia For Mohamed Afraz P: +966138341621 C7, C12 and PCI Saudi Arabia
Technical Services afraz@estagamah.com F: +966138746484
Harvish Technical Services Venkatesan Ramanan P: +919176618930 PCI India
ahv999@yahoo.com or harvishts@gmail.com
IMM: Institute of Materials Interim Contact: Jennifer Merck P: 412.281.2331, ext C6, C7, C12 and Malaysia
Malaysia merck@sspc.org 2221 CAS
Insignia FZE Pradeep Radhakrishna P: +97148813067 PCI Burma, Egypt, India,
wgarnet@eim.ae F: +97148813068 Kyrgyzstan, Libya, Nigeria,
Pakistan, Romania, Tunisia,
Turkey, UAE and Vietnam
In-Spec Patrick Tan P: +0116567388446 C7 and C12 Southeast Asia

patrick@inspec.com.sg F: +0116596347429
Naval and Industrial Juan Caballero Colombia PCI Panama and Columbia
Solutions S.A. info@nainso.com P: +57 310 753.0846
F: + 57 451.0946
Panamá
P: + 507 6781.6070
F: + 507 220.1813
Quality Control Co. Mohsen Hassanein P: +20233456809 PCI Bahrain, Egypt and Italy
mohsen.hassanein@qualitycontrol-egypt.com F: +20233456037
or mohsen.hassanein@hirondelleq.fr
Rader Coating Technology Dejin Feng P: +86.21.34313562 FIRE INSP, China
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd marsfeng@coatingsquare.com F: +86.21.34313545 INSUL INSP,
PCI, and
THERM INSP
Scicon Worldwide Gunnar Ackx P: +0113250687051 C1, C2, PCI and Belgium
ga@sciconworldwide.com F: +0113250687052 PCS
Sayerlack Mexicana S.A. Juan Carlos Gonzalez P: +52 (442) 226 7320 C1, C2, CCI, Mexico
De C.V. jcgonzalez@gruposayer.com PCS
STMCOATECH Seda Omercikoglu P: +905347451980 PCI Turkey, Azerbaijan,
sedaomercikoglu@gmail.com Kazakhistan, Kuwait, Iraq,
or info@stmcoatech.com Oman, Russia, Ukraine,
Qatar, Algeria, Georgia,
Greece, Czech Republic,
and Libya
Twilight Adán Villa P: +818115.1400 C1, PA 2, and Mexico
cursos@twilight.mx PCI
Tnemec Cory Brown P: 1.816.326.4263 C1 and CCB China

brown@tnemec.com

MOBILE TRAINING UNIT
The SSPC Mobile Training Unit
Onsite Abrasive Blasting and Coating Application Training
Designed to bring the coating equipment needed for blasting and spraying,
the Mobile Training Unit allows our courses to reach new audiences.
Visit www.sspc.org to learn more about the unit and see how it can be of
service to you and/or your company.
JUST ANOTHER WAY SSPC IS DESIGNING TRAINING

COURSES TO FIT YOUR NEEDS.
Private/ Hands-On Onsite/Public

Licensee Online Learning Offerings
On-the-Go
(Above) The inside of the Mobile Training Unit, taken at the SSPC 2018 show.
SPONSOR THE MOBILE TRAINING UNIT

Gain exposure for your company by sponsoring the MTU. It has already For more information on becoming an MTU sponsor
traveled to: DoD Maintenance Symposium, SSPC Coatings+ 2019, SSPC Gulf visit www.sspc.org/sspc-mobile-training-unit/ or
Coast Chapter, Houston Area Coatings Society Trade Show, Mega Rust 2019, please contact:
Newport News Shipping Building Workforce Development Event , and more in
the past two years. Jennifer Merck
SSPC is grateful to the companies who have donated resources thus far, but
412.281.2331 ext. 2221
we are always looking for new partnerships! Donations enable SSPC’s MTU to
travel around the U.S. and reach new students in the coatings industry. merck@sspc.org
Platinum Sponsor
• Semi-permanent vinyl wrap Gold Sponsor
on one whole side of the • Semi-permanent vinyl wrap
Silver Sponsor
MTU Bronze Sponsor
on back of trailer and inside • Semi-permanent vinyl wrap
• Featured namesake with the of MTU entrance door of one bottom beam on the • Semi-permanent vinyl wrap Advocate Sponsor
MTU ( will be visable when the side of the MTU on compressor unit, both • 1.5’ tall logo magnet placed
• Listed as a sponsor on unit is parked and in use) • Listed as a sponsor on sides of the unit on the side of the MTU while
sspc.org and all MTU • Listed as a sponsor on sspc.org and all MTU • Listed as a sponsor on parked
marketing materials sspc.org and all MTU marketing materials sspc.org and all marketing • Listed as a sponsor on
• Included advocate marketing materials • Included advocate materials covering the MTU sspc.org and all MTU
sponsorship at our Coatings+ • Included advocate sponsorship at our Coatings+ marketing materials
trade show (at the discretion sponsorship at our Coatings+ trade show (at the discretion
of show management) trade show (at the discretion of show management)
of show management)
SPONSORSHIP SPACES ARE LIMITED AND SOLD ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.

GSA INFORMATION
SSPC IS ON THE GSA SCHEDULE
FIND OUR TRAINING & CERTIFICATION ON THE ELIGIBLE GSA ENTITIES MAY INCLUDE:
GSA SCHEDULE • Army Corp of Engineers
SSPC is proud to announce that we have been awarded a 5-year • Department of the Air Force
contract with the General Services Administration (GSA). Under • Department of the Army
this new contract we are able to offer our training courses and • Department of the Navy
educational tools at a rate that only a GSA contract can provide • Department of Transportation
to eligible card holders. • Municipal Water Districts
• NASA
ABOUT SSPC TRAINING & CERTIFICATION • National Transportation Safety Board
• United States Coast Guard
Our hands-on training and practical certifications can help build • Other federal, state and local government agencies
your career and assist you in meeting the requirements of industry
specification. SSPC training and certification has a path that will fit SSPC TRAINING & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
your career and the industry’s requirements.
COVER INDUSTRIES SUCH AS:
• Transportation & Infrastructure
• Water & Waste/Water Treatment
• Military & Defense
• Commercial Marine
HOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GSA PRICING • Power Generation & Transmission
• Oil, Gas, & Fracking
1 Find out if GSA pricing is available to your
organization through gsa.gov.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
*If you are unsure if you qualify, please visit GSA’s
eligibility determinations webpage and scroll down www.sspc.org/GSA
to the section titled “II. Who has Already Been
Determined Eligible” for information on eligible Melissa Pinolini
entities. The GSA updates this listing regularly and Training & Certification Specialist
you can download the PDF document from their site. 412.281.2331 ext 2243
pinolini@sspc.org
2 Review the list of SSPC’s available courses and

course pricing on our GSA schedule by visiting
GSAadvantage.gov
3 Download the GSA Course Registration Form at

www.sspc.org/GSA and fill out all fields in the chart
that are applicable.
4 Forward the registration form to the GSA point

of contact at pinolini@sspc.org in an email titled
GSA application. SSPC’s GSA point of contact will
review all applications for registration and contact
you with further information about the payment and
registration process.

2021 TRAINING SCHEDULE
TRAINING SCHEDULE (JAN. - DEC.)
The following pages contain the 2021 training schedule. All dates listed are subject to change, please check www.sspc.org for the complete list of course
offerings and to stay up-to-date on any courses that may have changed locations, dates, or registration deadlines.
Abrasive Blasting (C7)

Start Date End Date Registration Deadline Host Location
1/11/21 1/12/21 12/21/20 SSPC Hampton Roads Chapter @ Fairlead Boatworks, Inc. Portsmouth, VA USA
1/11/21 1/12/21 12/21/20 Vigor Industrial LLC Seattle, WA USA
1/11/21 1/13/21 12/21/20 PYR Preservation Services, Inc. dba PYR San Diego, CA USA
1/25/21 1/26/21 1/4/21 Vigor Industrial LLC Portland, OR USA
2/8/21 2/9/21 1/18/21 Alpine Painting & Sandblasting Contractors Paterson, NJ USA
3/1/21 3/2/21 2/8/21 SSPC New England Chapter @ Copia Specialty Contractor, Inc. Bangor, ME USA
3/8/21 3/9/21 2/15/21 SSPC Hampton Roads Chapter @ Norfolk Coating Services, LLC Chesapeake, VA USA
3/8/21 3/10/21 2/15/21 PYR Preservation Services, Inc. dba PYR** San Diego, CA USA
3/15/21 3/16/21 2/22/21 BlastOne International Columbus, OH USA
4/5/21 4/6/21 3/15/21 BAE Systems Jacksonville Ship Repair, LLC Jacksonville, FL USA
5/17/21 5/18/21 4/26/21 SSPC Hampton Roads Chapter @ Marine Specialty Painting Portsmouth, VA USA
7/12/21 7/13/21 6/21/21 Wheelblast, Inc. Zephyrhills, FL USA
9/20/21 9/21/21 8/30/21 GMA Garnet (USA) Corp. La Porte, TX USA
10/18/21 10/19/21 9/27/21 Timco Blasting & Coatings, Inc. Bristow, OK USA
12/13/21 12/14/21 11/17/21 SSPC Show Coatings+ Phoenix, AZ USA
**This course will be in Spanish
Aerospace Engineer Coating Application Training (AERO ENG)

1/4/21 1/7/21 12/14/20 SSPC Headquarters Pittsburgh, PA USA
Aerospace Maintainer Coating Application Training (AERO MAIN)


Bridge Coatings Inspector Program (BCI)
1/25/21 1/30/21 1/4/21 MTest Houston, TX USA
4/26/21 5/1/21 4/5/21 Sunshine Safety Council Daytona Beach, FL USA
8/23/21 8/28/21 8/2/21 SSPC Hosted Training Fort Lauderdale, FL USA
9/20/21 9/25/21 8/30/21 Elcometer Inc. Warren, MI USA
11/1/21 11/5/21 10/11/21 KTA-Tator, Inc. St. Petersburg, FL USA
Coast Guard Basic Paint Inspector Course (COAST GUARD)

1/11/21 1/15/21 12/21/20 Vigor Industrial LLC Ketchikan, AK USA
2/1/21 2/5/21 1/11/21 Sherwin-Williams Company Norfolk, VA USA
Coating Application Specialist Refresher (CAS REF)

7/16/21 7/16/21 6/25/21 SSPC Arizona Chapter @ Rolling Plains Inc. Apache Junction, AZ

Coating Application Specialist (CAS)
7/17/21 7/18/21 6/26/21 SSPC Arizona Chapter @ Rolling Plains Inc. Apache Junction, AZ
Concrete Coating Application Specialist (CCAS)

2/15/21 2/18/21 1/25/21 Painters USA, Inc. Glendale Heights, IL USA
10/4/21 10/7/21 9/13/21 Painters USA, Inc. Glendale Heights, IL USA
Concrete Coating Inspector Program (CCI)

1/11/21 1/15/21 12/21/20 Groupe Lefebvre Quebec, Canada
2/8/21 2/12/21 1/18/21 GMA Garnet (USA) Corp. LaPorte, TX, USA
6/6/21 6/10/21 5/3/21 World of Concrete Las Vegas, NV
6/21/21 6/25/21 5/31/21 SSPC Arizona Chapter @ Industrial Inspection And Consulting, LLC Tempe, AZ USA
7/19/21 7/23/21 6/28/21 ITW Polymers Sealants Houston, TX USA
9/13/21 9/17/21 8/23/21 Elcometer Ltd. Manchester, England United Kingdom
10/4/21 10/8/21 9/13/21 SSPC International Training Manila, Philippines
10/4/21 10/8/21 9/13/21 SSPC Southern California Chapter @ Cor-Ray Painting Co. Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
11/1/21 11/5/21 10/11/21 Bon Tool Co. Gibsonia, PA USA
Fireproofing Inspector Certification Exam (FIRE INSP)

*Contact SSPC to schedule this exam

Fundamentals of Protective Coatings (C1)
2/22/21 2/26/21 2/1/21 The Chemquest Group South Boston, VA USA
3/15/21 3/19/21 2/22/21 Sprayroq Inc. Irondale, AL USA
9/13/21 9/17/21 8/23/21 Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. Grand Rapids, MI USA
Ground Vehicle Corrosion/Protective Coatings Course (GROUND VEH)

Insulation Inspector Certification Exam (INSUL INSP)

Intumescent Fireproofing Coating Application Specialist (FIRE APP)

*Schedule to be posted at www.sspc.org in the coming months*
Lead Paint Removal (C3)

2/8/21 2/11/21 1/18/21 SSPC New England Chapter Marlborough, MA USA
3/22/21 3/25/21 3/1/21 SSPC Northern CA/NV Chapter @ Jeffco Painting & Coating, Inc. Vallejo, CA USA
4/26/21 4/29/21 4/5/21 SSPC Georgia Chapter @ Pond & Company Peachtree Corners, GA USA
Providing Your Own Training

Companies that have already trained their employees may elect to forgo the SSPC classroom training component and have an authorized SSPC
representative oversee a written exam and a hands-on certification session. The SSPC exam proctor will not review any of the training topics with
the students. It will be assumed that they have already been trained and are ready to be tested. If you would like to forgo the SSPC classroom training
and only have SSPC come to your facility to proctor the exams, please contact Sara Badami at 412.281.2331 x2208 or badami@sspc.org to request a cost
proposal for this option.

Lead Paint Removal Refresher (C5)
2/12/21 2/12/21 1/22/21 SSPC New England Chapter Marlborough, MA USA
4/23/21 4/23/21 4/2/21 Cor-Ray Painting Co. Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
11/12/21 11/12/21 10/22/21 SSPC Georgia Chapter Peachtree Corners, GA USA
Lead Paint Worker Safety (Worker)

Marine Plural Component Program MPCAC (C14)

Navigating NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 (009-32)


MORE THAN 16,000 STUDENTS
HOLD AN SSPC CERTIFICATION
Register to obtain yours today at sspc.org
2020
70 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
1950
80,000 TOTAL STUDENTS

TRAINED & CERTIFIED
NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI)
2/8/21 2/12/21 1/18/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - Sherwin-Williams Company Norfolk, VA USA
3/8/21 3/12/21 2/15/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Pearl Harbor, HI USA
5/24/21 5/28/21 5/3/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - SSPC Hosted Training Hampton, VA USA
10/4/21 10/8/21 9/13/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - Vigor Industrial LLC Portland, OR USA
10/18/21 10/22/21 9/27/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) Jacksonville, FL USA
- BAE Systems Jacksonville Ship Repair, LLC
11/1/21 11/5/21 10/11/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Pearl Harbor, HI USA
11/29/21 12/3/21 11/8/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - Sherwin-Williams Company Norfolk, VA USA
12/10/21 12/14/21 11/17/21 NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) - SSPC Show Coatings+ Phoenix, AZ USA
Pipeline Inspector Certification Exam (PIPEINSP)

Planning & Specifying Industrial Coatings Projects (C2)

Can’t Make it to One of Our Public Course Offerings?

Let SSPC Bring the Course to You!
In an effort to accommodate our customers, SSPC training courses can be brought to your job site or facility anywhere in the world. Pricing for onsite
courses is based on the course, number of participants, instructor travel, and accommodation costs.
Consider these benefits:

• Onsite training saves your company money & provides you with
increased scheduling flexibility
• Compare your onsite prices to the total cost of sending a group of
people to various public offerings
• Typically, the economics favor onsite training when you have five or
more attendees
• Select the on-site dates most convenient for your organization
More Information
Submit all of the above information to Sara Badami at badami@sspc.org. Please include your full contact information and a
customized proposal will be emailed to you within 3-5 business days.

Protective Coating Inspector (PCI)
1/11/21 1/17/21 12/21/20 SSPC International Training Pattaya, Thailand
1/11/21 1/17/21 12/21/20 Tinker & Rasor New Braunfels, TX USA
1/25/21 1/31/21 1/4/21 Commercial Sand Blasting & Painting Saskatoon, SK, Canada
2/1/21 2/7/21 1/11/21 SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. Greensboro, NC USA
2/8/21 2/14/21 1/18/21 BYK Gardner Pompano Beach, FL USA
2/8/21 2/20/21 1/18/21 SSPC International Training Surabaya, Indonesia
3/1/21 3/7/21 2/8/21 Schmidt Abrasive Blasting Sdn Bhd Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
3/8/21 3/20/21 2/15/21 SSPC International Training Batam, Indonesia
3/22/21 4/3/21 3/1/21 SSPC International Training Singapore, Singapore
4/5/21 4/9/21 3/15/21 TQC Sheen Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
4/5/21 4/11/21 3/15/21 SSPC Arizona Chapter @ Industrial Inspection And Consulting, LLC Tempe, AZ USA
6/7/21 6/13/21 5/17/21 SSPC Southern California Chapter Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
6/14/21 6/20/21 5/24/21 BYK Gardner Columbia, MD USA
7/5/21 7/10/21 6/14/21 SSPC International Training Balikpapan, Indonesia
7/19/21 7/25/21 6/28/21 Timco Blasting and Coating Bristow, OK USA
8/9/21 8/15/21 7/19/21 SSPC International Training Manila, Philippines
8/16/21 8/22/21 7/26/21 Tinker & Rasor New Braunfels, TX USA
9/13/21 9/19/21 8/23/21 SSPC Southern California Chapter Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
9/27/21 10/3/21 9/6/21 SSPC International Training Yogakarta, Indonesia
10/18/21 10/24/21 9/27/21 ITW Polymers Sealants Houston, TX USA
11/1/21 11/7/21 10/11/21 Elcometer Ltd. Manchester, England United Kingdom
11/8/21 11/12/21 10/18/21 TQC Sheen Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
11/29/21 12/5/21 11/8/21 Commercial Sand Blasting & Painting Saskatoon, SK Canada
12/10/21 12/16/21 11/17/21 SSPC Coatings+ Phoenix, AZ USA

Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS)
Spray Application Certification (C12)

3/3/21 3/4/21 2/10/21 SSPC New England Chapter @ Copia Specialty Contractor, Inc. Bangor, ME USA
10/20/21 10/21/21 9/29/21 Timco Blasting & Coatings, Inc. Bristow, OK USA
Surface Preparation & Paint Application for Power Tool Cleaning Operators & Brush Roll Paint Applicators (SHIPBOARD)
2/22/21 2/23/21 2/1/21 Vigor Industrial LLC Ketchikan, AK USA

Surface Preparation and Paint Application for Power Tool Cleaning Operators and Brush and Roll Paint Applicators (C6)
Thermal Spray Application Training (THERMAL APP)

4/12/21 4/12/21 3/22/21 Marine Specialty Painting Portsmouth, VA USA
Thermal Spray Inspector Training (THERMAL INSP)

4/13/21 4/13/21 3/23/21 Marine Specialty Painting Portsmouth, VA USA
9/22/21 9/22/21 9/1/21 Norfolk Coating Services, LLC Chesapeake, VA USA
Waterjetting Program (C13)

5/17/21 5/18/21 4/26/21 Hampton Roads Chapter @ Norfolk Coating Services, LLC Chesapeake, VA USA
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DoD FUNDING IS AVAILABLE
FOR SELECT 2021 COURSES
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FUNDING The following personnel may qualify for DoD funding on SSPC Training/Certification programs:
AVAILABLE • DoD • Air Force
• Army • Marine Corps For the full list of courses DoD funding is available
• Navy • Coast Guard for visit www.sspc.org/trn-funding/ or contact
Melissa Pinolini at pinolini@sspc.org.
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INDIVIDUAL

SSPC is able to offer our training and

SSPC is accredited by the International Association of

“ With a focus on our members, we are creating an organization

How will you be affected?

Change Brings Fresh Ideas and Perspectives

Director of SSPC Training and Certification

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WEBINARS, RECERTIFICATION, & FAQ

DIFFICULTY Shows the course ACCREDITED This course is recognized by

DoD Funding is available for This course has prerequisites.

This course meets Navy A Professional Certification is This course is available in

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SSPC Members receive value through:

Consider the following options to stay relevant,

ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIP (OM) INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP (IM) OPTIONS:

COUNCIL OF FACILITY OWNERS (CFO)

CFO Patron Level

Are you a PE and need CEU credits?

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All Certifications That Can Be Renewed Online

Agencies that Recognize SSPC as an Accredited Training/Certification Provider

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80,000 TOTAL STUDENTS

SSPC CERTIFICATION 4,000

Onsite/Licensee Public Offerings Hands-On Learning eCourses

@thesspc @thesspc /THESSPC /company/thesspc

8 TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION CATALOG WWW.SSPC.ORG

Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes written exam

Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM The “Provide Your Own Training”

Prerequisites: Yes, prerequisites can be found at

Course Description Course Format

Note: Students who do not want to receive the C7 Certification can

Who Should Attend

Languages this Course is Offered in:

Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (includes hands-on

Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ACCREDITED Cost: Member: $825 | Non-member: $1,025

Course Description How do I get prerequisite training so I can

A minimum grade of 90% is required on the hands-on, practical exam in

Certification Term: N/A

Course Description Course Format

Course Content Who Should Attend

Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Credits: 2.4 CEUs

Certification Term: N/A

Course Description Course Format

Prerequisites: Dependent on level (see table).

Course Description Course Format

ACCREDITED Duration: 5 days / 40 hours (includes course exam)

Class Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cost: Member: $1,095 | Non-member: $1,295

Credits: 3.8 CEUs

Certification Term: N/A

Course Description Course Format

Program Description Interim Program

Languages this Course is Offered in: The package includes:

Credits: 0.6 CEUs Course Content

Who Should Attend

Why Take This Refresher

CAS CAS Level 1 CAS Level 2 CAS Level 2 CAS

Duration: 4 days / 32 hours (includes written exam)