CWI Roadmap
Step 1 - Qualify
1
Work/Education Experience

2
Download CWI Example Application
3
Review Costs, Options, Benefits
- CWI Exam $1,185
- SI Certs Training $1,197 + $349 molds & tools
- Code Book $441-$531
- AWS Membership $100
Step 2 - Choose
1
Choose Code Route
Most Popular
- API 1104 - Pipeline
- D1.1 - Structural Steel Code
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Review Test Dates/Locations
3
Become AWS Member
Step 3 - Study
1
Purchase CWI Training
2
Purchase API 1104 Code Book (Part C)
or
Purchase D1.1 Code Book (Part C)
Step 4 - Apply
1
Visual Acuity Form
2
Submit Photo
- Proof of Identity
- 2" x 2" Photo

3
Submit Application with Payment
- Online Portal (preferred, avoid mailing!)
- Mail:
- American Welding Society
- 8669 NW 36 St, #130
- Miami, FL 33166-6672
Step 5 - Test
1
Complete Online Training
- Allow 2-6 months to Study
- Order of Study: Part A, Part C, Part B Last
2
Travel to Test Locations
- Part B - AWS Facility
- Part A & C - Prometric Test Center
- Schedule A & C at Prometric within 60 days of Part B
3
Take Test, Wait for Results
- Score 72% to Pass
- Allow 4-6 Weeks for Part B Results
- Parts A & C Instant Results at Prometric
