Certifications Provided by NITC in 2025
The National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) tests and provides certifications in the Medical Gas, Plumbing, Pipefitting, HVACR, Fire Protection & Safety Systems, and related industries.
The purpose of the NITC Personnel Certification Program is to advance the profession of certain trade skills, inspectors, and businesses in the construction industry by providing:
(a) a mechanism by which individuals can demonstrate their knowledge of model codes, standards, and industry practices; and
(b) a mechanism by which stakeholders in the construction industry can readily assess a minimum level of competency for these categories.
NITC is an independent third-party provider of certification. They have developed methods to ensure impartiality, manage conflict of interest issues, and maintain objectivity in carrying out certification activities.
2025 NITC Certifications
- Medical Gas Certifications
NITC develops, manages, and administers certification and testing programs for Medical Gas Certifications, including ASSE 6010, 6020, 6030, 6040, 6050, and 6005. These certifications cover systems installation, inspection, maintenance, and verification. For a detailed list and descriptions, visit https://nationalitc.com/Medical-Gas-Certifications. - Star Level Certifications
Includes 7-Star Certifications for Refrigeration, Fire Sprinkler Fitting, HVAC, Steam/Pipe Fitting, and Plumbing. For a detailed list and descriptions, visit https://nationalitc.com/STAR-Certifications. - Journey Level Certifications
Includes 3 Journey Level Certifications for HVAC, pipe fitting & steam fitting, and plumbing. For a detailed list and descriptions, visit https://nationalitc.com/NITC-Journey-Level-Certifications. - Medical Gas Brazing Processes Testing
Certification is achieved once the candidate passes the NITC 6010 Medical Gas Installer written exam and successfully completes the practical brazing component. Details are available at https://nationalitc.com/Medical-Gas-Brazing-Processes. - HVAC Brazer Performance Testing
To qualify for the NITC ASME IX R78 HVACR Braze Certification, the candidate must successfully pass the practical braze test by following the instructions within the NITC R78 Braze Test Specification. For descriptions, visit https://nationalitc.com/HVACR-Brazing-Processes. - State/Local Certification
Includes certifications and resource documents for NBOPE, Los Angeles, and the City of Kearney. Visit https://nationalitc.com/City-State. - Other Certifications
Includes NITC Welding Recertification, UA Energy Auditor, Piping Industry Entry-Level Assessment, CAL/OSHA Excavation Competent Person, and Title 24 Mechanical Acceptance Test Technician. For more details, visit https://nationalitc.com/Other-Certifications.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in the plumbing, pipefitting, HVACR, fire sprinkler fitting, and welding industries are among the fastest-growing job sectors.
Industry-leading organizations value professional, third-party certifications. Whether you are an association agent, employer spokesperson, training director, or individual applicant, NITC can help you find the right certification and testing program for your trade. For more information on available NITC Certifications, call us at (877) 457-6482.