Corrosion Technicians

The ACA’s Certification Program for ACA Technicians recognises those with education, experience, and professional development within the corrosion industry. Using a points-based system considering attendance at formal training courses, hands-on experience, and ongoing professional development, ACA Technicians must have at least three years’ experience in the industry for accreditation.

Why application for certification?

• Recognition from industry peers: Achieve acknowledgment from professionals who have met stringent standards and fulfilled several requisite criteria.
• Meet client needs: Provide a competitive advantage when applying for or tendering work.
• Competency: Demonstrate your ability to meet industry standards and expectations.
• Personal branding: Enhance your professional image and reputation within the industry.
• Peer assessment: Gain formal recognition of your training and educational activities within the corrosion industry.
• Aligns with Australian Standards such as AS2832.5: Satisfy criteria in Australian Standards like AS2832.5.
• Specified on projects: Numerous organisations actively seek certified Technicians or Technologists to oversee and execute their projects with expertise and precision.

Requirements to become an ACA Corrosion Technician:

• The ACA’s Certification Program for ACA Technicians recognises those who gained underpinning knowledge of corrosion, have at least three (3) years of relevant work experience, and can demonstrate the five (5) competencies, outlined below:
  • Ethical management,
  • Currency of corrosion knowledge,
  • Sustainability proficiency,
  • Risk management,
  • and Personal development in area of corrosion

Current ACA Corrosion Technicians

Grandfathered ACA Corrosion Technicians