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.
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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 February 2026.
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:
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
RISE Program Overview
Built on the proven FranklinCovey leadership framework, the program blends world-class leadership training with organizational learning and applied practice. Participants gain practical skills and insights to accelerate their careers and strengthen their impact within ASNT and the broader NDT community.
The curriculum is structured around three core areas of growth:
Requirements to participate include:
Monthly Online Sessions: Engage fully in monthly virtual sessions focused on both leadership concepts and ASNT’s mission, and how they apply to participants' careers.
Industry Involvement: Complete at least 12 hours of NDT-related activities (such as attending section meetings, webinars, or industry events) and reflect on how those experiences connect to their professional growth.
Conference Participation: 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**.
Capstone Presentation: Present a capstone project, which connects leadership skills and industry knowledge to real-world challenges, at the ASNT annual conference.
Post-Program Involvement: Maintain ASNT membership and volunteer with a local section for three years after completing the program.
*Registration is provided to participants. Optional conferences include ASNT's topical conferences or the Research Symposium.
**ASNT encourages participants to seek financial support for expenses through their employer or ASNT Section.
Ready to Elevate Your NDT Career?
Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort will open in February 2026.