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ASNT RISE Leadership Development Program

Join our year-long leadership program and elevate your career alongside other emerging NDT professionals. Connect, grow, and lead with us.

Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort will open in Spring 2026.

The ASNT RISE Leadership Development Program offers a unique one-year experience tailored for nondestructive testing (NDT) professionals with less than 10 years of work experience. Designed to equip participants with essential leadership tools, this program empowers them to lead the NDT industry into the future. Participants engage in a blend of in-person and online training, active event participation, and valuable mentorships as part of the ASNT RISE experience.

Benefits of the RISE Program

The RISE program takes a multifaceted approach to equip you with the skills and connections needed to excel in your NDT career.

As a participant of the program, you will be able to:

Grow Your Network

Connect with a global cohort of NDT peers from across different industries and engage with the ASNT Board of Directors and influential industry leaders.

Receive Mentorship

Gain valuable knowledge and guidance from a one-on-one mentor throughout your program.

Advance your Leadership

Receive training around established leadership development principles and deepen your understanding of ASNT history and programs to prepare for Society leadership roles.

Access ASNT Events

Hone and perfect NDT skills and job knowledge through ASNT conferences, Section meetings, your mentor, and your network of diverse RISE peers.

This year was my first time attending the Annual Conference, and I found these three benefits from the RISE program drastically improved my experience: an introduction to a network of other early-career members, arrival a day early to get established, and access to board members and leaders from the beginning."

Richard Lee Hollenbach III, PhD
2023-2024 RISE Member

Requirements

To be part of the RISE Program, participants must:

  • Maintain ASNT membership during the program and for three years after program completion.

  • Attend two ASNT Annual Conferences and one optional conference*.  While there is no cost to participate in the program, participants are responsible for travel-related expenses to the conferences**. 

  • Volunteer with ASNT or a local section for three years after completing the program. 

*Registration is provided to participants. Optional conferences include Advanced Imaging for NDT or Research Symposium.
**ASNT encourages participants to seek financial support for expenses through employers or ASNT Section. 

Ready to Elevate Your NDT Career?

Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort will open in Spring 2026.

Explore Other Opportunities to Grow and Connect

Get involved as an ASNT Volunteer
Join the ASNT Connect Online Community

Have Additional Questions?

Reach out to our team for any questions you may have about the RISE Program.

Contact us

Send us a message at rise@asnt.org.

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