International Qualifications
 
 
 
 
  A Member Society of International Institute of Welding
International Welding Co-ordination Personnel
Routes to Qualification
  There are three routes for obtaining Qualification as International Welding Co-ordinator in all the four levels i.e. International Welding Engineer, International Welding Technologist, International Welding Specialist, International Welding Practitioner
   
  Standard Access Route:
 

The entry to the International Welding Co-ordination Personnel course at various levels could be by Standard Route. This requires attendance at IAB approved Training Courses designed to meet all the requirements of IAB guideline. This is the route offering the most comprehensive manner in which the syllabus could be covered. All theoretical learning inputs and practical training are imparted at ANB-India approved "Approved Training Bodies" (ATB) having all the required facilities for the courses being offered. The route also allows certain amount of prior learning to be taken into account, for example during University, College courses or by approved distance learning.

This route is not available at the moment in the absence of any "Approved Training Bodies" (ATB) to operate the courses.
   
  Alternative Route:
  This is available to candidates who have all the required Theoretical and practical knowledge and experience. After thorough paper-check and professional interview may, sit directly for final examination without attending lesson in an ATB.
   
  By Transition:
  Existing professionals in a country doing similar nature of work with requisite knowledge and experience have an attractive option of acquiring the International Diploma of choice by the Transition Route during a 3 year window which closes in December 2010. To avail of this eligible candidates have to register and undergo a 5 day refresher course conducted by ANB-India followed by an objective test and interview.