Marine Coatings Technology Course and Marine Coating Inspection Specialty Certification

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Marine Coatings Technology Course and Marine Coating Inspection Specialty Certification

Gain the knowledge and hands-on insight to protect maritime assets — study marine corrosion, surface preparation, coating application, inspection procedures, and regulatory requirements for safe and durable vessel coatings.

The Marine Coatings Inspection Specialty gives you specialized training in marine‑ and ship‑coating inspection. This specialty builds on your existing Basic, Certified, or Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 1, 2, or 3) credential.

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Marine Coatings Inspection Specialty & Marine Coatings Technology Course
Duration

4 Day Course

Course Delivery

In-Person and Online

CEUs/PDHs

2.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Languages

English

Certification

Valid for 3 years

Overview

This program begins with the purchase of the Marine Coatings course through the course schedule page, which includes a voucher for the Marine Coatings specialty exam. The exam is scheduled separately through your My Certification Portal.

You’ll gain the knowledge to evaluate surface preparation, coating application, and quality control, while understanding marine-specific corrosion challenges, coating selection, inspection techniques, documentation, and key regulations such as IMO PSPC.

Earning this specialty credential validates your expertise and provides employers and stakeholders with verified proof of your competence in marine coating inspection.

Who it's for

  • Coatings Inspectors
  • Project Engineers
  • Quality Assurance Managers
  • Paint Applicators and Blasters

Skills you'll gain

  • Coating Application
  • QA / QC
  • Inspection
  • Safety Hazards
  • Inspection Instruments
  • IMO Regulations

Course prerequisites

No prerequisites are required to take the Marine Coatings Technology course. 

Steps to achieve a coatings inspection specialty

  1. Enroll and complete course requirements

    Successful completion of the Marine Coatings Technology Course

    Successful completion of the Ethics for the Corrosion Professional course or an equivalent training

  2. Meet certification requirements

    Current Basic Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 1), Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 2), or Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 3) certification

  3. Take required exams

    Marine Coating Technology Exam (delivered via Meazure Learning / ProctorU)

    Please visit My Certification Portal to schedule your exam.

Looking to renew your coatings inspection specialty?

Your coatings inspection specialty renews alongside the renewal of your current coatings inspector credential. Visit My Certification Portal to log in and manage any renewal requirements associated with your coatings inspection credential. 

View Renewal Guide  |  My Certification Portal

Guides and resources

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Certification resources

Remote Online Exam Proctoring ProctorU Resources

Ethics for the corrosion professional

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US: 1-800-797-6223
International: +1-281-228-6200

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