What is the CIWE and who needs it?
Certification is an assessment of the applicant’s current professional competence. It is based on the IIW or EWF qualification, appropriate professional experience, the scope of welding-related tasks and responsibilities, and evidence of maintaining and updating professional knowledge. Certificates are issued in English and are internationally recognised within the IIW system.
Companies use it to demonstrate the competence of staff carrying out welding coordination tasks under EN ISO 14731 and to ensure the quality of welding activities in connection with the requirements of ISO 3834.
What are the requirements for the CIWE, CIWT and CIWS?
- IWE or EWE for the CIWE certificate,
- IWT or EWT for the CIWT certificate,
- IWS or EWS for the CIWS certificate.
You must demonstrate at least two years of relevant professional experience in the three years before applying, at a level corresponding to the certification sought. You must also provide evidence of the scope of your welding-related activities, tasks and responsibilities under ISO 14731, and evidence of how you maintain and update your professional knowledge. Submit the completed application documentation, the relevant diploma and information on your professional welding work over the last three years.
How does the certification procedure work?
- Application. submit the application documentation with your diploma and supporting evidence.
- Review. ANB Slovenia reviews the application and evidence and assesses whether the requirements are met and what the appropriate scope of certification is.
- Additional assessment (if needed). if confirming or supplementing current knowledge is necessary, ANB requires a 10-hour online refresher course on developments in welding and an online written exam. The course may cover review of requirements and technical review, materials, production planning, subcontracting, production equipment, welding processes, inspection and testing, weld acceptance, documentation, and current regulations and standards.
- Decision. the final decision on granting the certificate is made by the appointed decision-making person. In cases of doubt, ANB may also require a professional interview.
The exam has 30 multiple-choice questions (A, B, C, D) and lasts 40 minutes. Incorrect answers do not result in negative marks; at least 70% is required to pass.
How long is the CIWE certificate valid?
The certificate is valid for three years from the date of the certification decision. To renew it after three years, apply for recertification and demonstrate your professional activity and maintenance of up-to-date knowledge over the previous three years.
How much does certification cost?
The certification fee is EUR 350.00 plus VAT.
Certification scheme with details: on request, info@i-var.si.