Career Details

UPC Journeyman Plumber

Description

This certification is designed to test the knowledge that a journey level plumber has of the Uniform Plumbing Code published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO). The NITC journey level plumber certification is covered under the scope of NITC's ANSI accredidation. The NITC journey level plumber certification is based on a 100 question written examination consisting of questions on general knowledge of plumbing, drainage, waste and vent, water distribution and fuel gas piping from the 2006 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.

Certifying Organization

National Inspection, Testing and Certification Corporation

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Corrosion Specialist

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The Association for Materials Protection and Performance

Type

B - Advanced

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Certifying Organization

American Society of Plumbing Engineers

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Certificate name

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Type

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