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SSPC Protective Coating Specialist Certification Exam

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Certification Description

The SSPC Protective Coatings Specialist certification program (PCS) identifies and awards recognition to individuals who have in-depth knowledge in the principles and practices of industrial coatings technology. Applicants should understand the mechanisms and effects of corrosion for a variety of materials and be knowledgeable of the role coatings play in industrial corrosion control.
PCS should also exhibit competence in management and planning of contracts for new construction and maintenance painting.

Prerequisites: Example - Minimum 5 Years Industrial Ctg Work Experience, C1 and C2 eCourses/exams, References. See other prerequisite options below in the product Overview section.

Exam Format

Candidates must complete a comprehensive multiple choice and essay question exam and pass with a 70% or better. The Certification is valid for four years, subject to verification of current status as a protective coating professional.

For further details contact: Silvia.Palmieri@ampp.org

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PCS Application Instructions & Application Form
PCS Professional Reference Form

Product Number: NI-ExamFee-SSPCPCS

Member Price: $500.00

Non Member Price: $700.00

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SSPC PCS Program Requirements Include:

	Work Experience	Education	C-1	C-2
Option A -	5 years coatings experience	Bachelors Degree	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option B -	7 years coatings experience	Associate's Degree	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option C -	10 years coatings experience	HS diploma or GED	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option D -	15 years coatings experience	n/a	n/a	Must take C-2 Exam Only

♦ Candidates must provide a formal application and thrree profressional references

♦ It is recommended that candidates take the C-1 and C-2 courses before sitting for the SSPC PCS exam

♦ Candidates should read entire application for complete prerequisite details

Overview

SSPC PCS Program Requirements Include:

	Work Experience	Education	C-1	C-2
Option A -	5 years coatings experience	Bachelors Degree	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option B -	7 years coatings experience	Associate's Degree	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option C -	10 years coatings experience	HS diploma or GED	Must take C-1 Exam Only	Must take C-2 Course and Exam
Option D -	15 years coatings experience	n/a	n/a	Must take C-2 Exam Only

♦ Candidates must provide a formal application and thrree profressional references

♦ It is recommended that candidates take the C-1 and C-2 courses before sitting for the SSPC PCS exam

♦ Candidates should read entire application for complete prerequisite details

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Ethics for the Corrosion Professional

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C2_ Planning and Specifying Industrial Coatings Projects

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