Learn from recognised NDT training experts
With more than 30 years of expertise in the aeronautical industry, Testia (an Airbus Company) is your global reference for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) training, qualification, and certification.
We offer comprehensive NDT courses across Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 – delivered at our state-of-the-art accredited training centers worldwide or directly on-site at your facility.
Key features of our NDT training programs
- All Major NDT Methods: Ultrasonic (UT), Eddy Current (ET), Radiography (RT), Penetrant (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Thermography (TT), and specialized techniques (Array, Digital Radiography, Tomography, Bond Testing).
- Structural Health Monitoring: Get in-depth training for structural health monitoring (SHM) from industry experts!
- Hands-on Experience: Work with real aerospace parts, components, and aircraft structures using industry-standard equipment.
- Accredited Examination Centers: Earn internationally recognized certifications according to EN 4179 / NAS 410 requirements.
- Multilingual Instruction: Courses led by certified Level 3 experts in English, French, German, Spanish, and other languages upon request.
- Flexible Learning Formats: On-site classroom training, practical workshops, and E-Learning / Blended Learning options.
Learn more about our training programs
- View the NDT Training Calendar
- Explore our global training centers
- See the list of NDT methods for which we offer exams
- Discover the NDT Cadet Academy – the most direct way to become an NDT inspector
- Download course contents & application forms
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Frequently asked questions
Why choose Testia for your NDT certification?
- Real Aerospace Parts: Practice on genuine aircraft components, not just test blocks.
- Personalized Supervision: Limited class sizes ensure high trainer-to-student interaction.
- Comprehensive Packages: Flexible options for single-method, multi-method, and multi-level certifications.
- Airbus Heritage: Benefit from more than 30 years of field-proven experience in aeronautical quality assurance.
What certification standards do Testia NDT courses comply with?
Testia’s courses comply with EN 4179, NAS 410 as well as national and international requirements.
Which NDT methods can I learn at Testia?
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Radiography Testing (RT)
- Eddy Current Testing (ET)
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Thermography Testing (TT)
Does Testia also offer specialized courses?
Yes, Testia also offers specialised courses, such as materials evaluation, UT & ET Array, Digital Radiography, Tomography or Bond Testing.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss how our specialized training programs can be customized to meet your company’s unique needs.
Which qualification levels do Testia's NDT courses cover?
Testia offers NDT training and qualification courses across all standard levels – Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3.
Whether you are starting a career as an NDT inspector, advancing your technical skills, or qualifying as a Level 3 expert responsible for procedures and approvals, our programs cater to all experience stages.
Does Testia offer initial certification as well as re-certification courses?
Yes, Testia provides both initial NDT certifications and renewal or re-certification courses. As an accredited examination center, we deliver official exams compliant with aerospace standards to help technicians earn their first certification or successfully renew their existing credentials.
Does Testia also offer trainings on Structural Health Monitoring (SHM)?
Yes, in Testia’s SHM Academy course, participants will become familiar with the technologies that are revolutionizing the structural health monitoring industry.
For further information on the SHM Academy, please visit the dedicated SHM Academy webpage.
Can Testia conduct NDT training sessions directly at our facility?
Yes, Testia offers flexible on-site training. While participants are always welcome at our dedicated state-of-the-art training centers worldwide, our Level 3 experts can also deliver customized training courses directly at your facility using your own equipment and components.
What practical experience is included in Testia’s NDT courses?
All Testia training courses emphasize hands-on learning. Trainees work directly with real aerospace parts, components, and aircraft structures using industry-standard NDT equipment to ensure immediate job readiness.
Testimonials from our NDT training participants
Cahya Andhika Putra
NDT Level 3 Technician at FL Technics Indonesia, MRO
“I would highly recommend Testia to anyone looking to enhance their NDT capabilities. Their training programs are of the highest caliber and are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this field.”
Damian Żelazko
Wind Turbine Blade Repair Technician
“Thanks to training from Rob Bilney at Testia, I have gained knowledge and skills in nondestructive testing of composites, earning my NDT ST L2 certification. With my ackground in NDT for aerospace composites, I believe shearography can greatly benefit the wind sector by detecting defects and improving turbine reliability.”
Varghese Thomas
NDT Inspector at Airbus Aerostructures
“Here in NDT Cadet Academy I took a course on ultrasonic inspection. […]As a mechanical engineer, I have a chance to further increase my position from an NDT inspector to an NDT engineer later on in my career.”
Your NDT training contacts at Testia
France
Fabrice Quarante
Aerospace NDT
Academy Manager
+33 (0) 5 34 36 12 00
Exam center
certification@testia.com
Germany
Katharina Klassen
Head of Training
Samir Yar
Training Administrator
+49 (0) 173 518 3547
We offer training courses for all NDT methods
Across the globe, Testia offers training for all non-destructive testing methods – plus other trainings upon request. To learn more about the NDT methods and the related services that Testia offers, visit our dedicated pages for each method:
