Where the NDT World Comes Together

12-15 October 2026 | Columbus, OH

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Building Careers.
Advancing Safety.

As global leaders in nondestructive testing (NDT), the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) fosters excellence and innovation, empowering NDT professionals to secure the safety and reliability of structures and systems worldwide.

Together, we advance the future of NDT and create a safer world.

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Discover NDT: Your Path to Certification and Career Growth

What is NDT

Uncover the methods that ensure the safety and reliability of infrastructure, products, transportation, and more—and meet the heroes working in this critical field. Common NDT methods include UT, RT, PT, MT, ET, and AE.

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ASNT Certifications

Explore ASNT's industry-leading certifications and qualifications, validating NDT professionals' competency.

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Careers

Whether starting your career, transitioning from another industry, or looking to advance in your current role, NDT offers diverse opportunities and pathways for growth aligned with what employers need.

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Get Involved

Connect with a passionate and dedicated network of NDT professionals to expand your connections, gain insights from peers, and contribute to ASNT's mission.

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Align with a group in your geographical area offering networking and educational opportunities.

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RISE Leadership Program

Join our year-long leadership program and elevate your career alongside other emerging NDT professionals.

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Volunteer

Share your expertise, expand your professional network, or give back to the industry by volunteering with ASNT.

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ASNT Connect

Ask questions and join dynamic conversations across ASNT's vibrant online community.

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I cannot imagine being in the NDT industry and not having the camaraderie and friendship of the literally hundreds of NDT professionals I have grown to know while volunteering with ASNT. I cherish that more than the employment itself. The employment pays better, but a dollar value cannot be placed on the rewards of being part of ASNT.”

Danny L. Keck, KCS Enterprises
Danny L. Keck
KCS Enterprises

Featured Event

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ASNT Volunteer Summit 2026

October 10, 2026
Columbus, OH

This in-person summit brings ASNT volunteer leaders together to collaborate, exchange ideas, and align on strategies that strengthen engagement and impact across the Society.

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Upcoming Events

October 12 - 15, 2026

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June 15 - 18, 2027

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Quebec City, QC, CA

Latest from The Source

From scholarly papers and industry-leading journals to thought-provoking podcasts and webinars, The Source provides everything you need in one accessible location.

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X-Ray Imaging and AI Recover First Complete Text from Sealed Ancient Scroll

Researchers virtually unwrapped and read a sealed Herculaneum scroll for the first time using AI, synchrotron X-ray imaging, and CT.

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Teledyne to Acquire Varex Imaging in $1.1 Billion Deal

Teledyne Technologies will acquire X-ray imaging maker Varex Imaging for about $1.1 billion, uniting complementary detector and X-ray tube technologies.

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At Work: Ajay Pasupuleti

Ajay Pasupuleti, Chief Executive Officer of Ooga Technologies, on entering NDT, advocacy in the C-suite, his work with ASNT, and the biggest challenges facing the field.

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Recent Newsroom Updates

Stay up-to-date with the latest announcements and press releases in the ASNT newsroom.

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Press Release

ASNT Announces 2026–2027 RISE Leadership Program Cohort

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) is pleased to announce the 2026–2027 cohort of its RISE Leadership Program, welcoming 20 participants from 11 countries to the year-long leadership development experience for early-career nondestructive testing (NDT) professionals.

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Press Release

ASNT and IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Society Announce Collaboration to Advance Nondestructive Testing and Measurement Science Education

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) and the IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Society (IMS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a collaborative framework to advance nondestructive testing (NDT) and measurement science, expand access to technical education, and strengthen ties between academic researchers and industry practitioners.

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Press Release

ASNT and IRISS Announce Collaboration to Deliver Industry-Leading Infrared Thermography Training

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) announced a strategic collaboration with IRISS Inc. to offer comprehensive infrared testing (IR) training courses. 

This partnership brings IRISS’s globally recognized S.M.A.R.T. Training programs to the ASNT community, providing education that aligns with critical industry standards, including ASNT SNT-TC-1A, ANSI/ASNT CP-105, and ANSI/ASNT CP-189 recommended practices. 

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ASNT Announces Inaugural Global Advisory Board

ASNT is pleased to announce the appointment of the inaugural members of its Global Advisory Board, a new advisory body established to provide structured international insight and strategic guidance to the ASNT Board of Directors.

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