Course Overview

Our API 570 Piping Inspector Certification course prepares you for this prestigious ANSI-accredited credential administered by the American Petroleum Institute. This comprehensive program focuses on validating your expertise in inspection, maintenance, alteration, and repair of in-service metallic piping systems—critical skills for ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in petroleum and petrochemical industries. Designed for practicing inspectors, engineers, and maintenance professionals, our course addresses the specific needs of Piping Inspectors, Maintenance Engineers, Quality Control specialists, and related roles.

We thoroughly prepare you for the challenging 7.5-hour examination, which includes both closed and open-book sections totaling 170 questions. Our curriculum covers the complete API 570 Body of Knowledge, qualification requirements based on your education level, and strategies for the examination. We also provide detailed guidance on recertification pathways, including the work experience option (minimum 20% of time in relevant activities over 3 years), the 24 CPD hours requirement per 3-year cycle, and preparation for the mandatory periodic webquiz. With over 94% of our students passing on their first attempt, our proven methods deliver results.

Developed and Delivered By Jeruel, this course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications drawn from 15+ years of industry experience. Our expert instructors provide personalized guidance on permitted reference materials and exam strategies that have helped hundreds of professionals advance their careers through API certification.

Learning Objectives

• Master the API 570 Piping Inspection Code to properly inspect, repair, alter, and re-rate metallic piping systems while in service. This code is crucial for maintaining safety and integrity in industrial piping that handles hazardous materials.
• Master inspection techniques for piping systems. Learn visual checks, NDE methods, and monitoring strategies for pipes, flanges, valves, fittings, supports, and anchor points. You'll catch corrosion and deterioration before they become critical failures.
• Assess equipment condition and remaining life by examining corrosion patterns, identifying damage mechanisms, and planning smart inspection intervals. You'll make better fitness-for-service decisions that extend asset life while maintaining safety.
• Master the API 570 requirements for pipeline repairs and alterations. Learn proper documentation procedures, tagging protocols, and post-repair inspection standards that ensure compliance. These requirements help prevent failures, with proper documentation serving as critical evidence during regulatory audits.
• Master key piping inspection codes like API 570 and ASME B31.3. Learn efficient navigation techniques for these reference publications to quickly find answers during open-book exams. Knowing where to look saves precious time when you need to locate specific requirements.
• Certification pathways: Learn the exact requirements for professional certification, from education prerequisites to exam formats. Maintain your credentials by completing required CPD hours and meeting minimum work-time standards for recertification.
• Master the exam format to boost your success. Practice calculation problems, learn which references you can use, and understand the exam structure with its closed-book and open-book sections. Knowing the time allocation for each section helps you plan your approach and finish all questions within the allotted time.