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API 1169 EXAM INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SCHOOL OF ENERGY \/ Construction Inspection Resources \/ API 1169 Exam Information<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ABOUT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector Certification Program was developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API) with support from the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) Foundation and the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association (CEPA) Foundation. This certification program is endorsed by INGAA and by the Canadian industry through previous industry associations (i.e., CEPA).<\/p>\n<\/div>

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QUALIFICATIONS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The API 1184 certification is available for qualified applicants. Applicants can qualify under five categories, each involving different certifications and work experience. We recommend visiting API’s qualification page<\/strong> to confirm that you meet the requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EXAM QUESTIONS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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All questions on the API 1169 examination are derived from recommended practices and documents for American and Canadian inspectors. These reading materials can be found on API’s Exam Info page<\/a><\/strong> under “API 1169 Publications Effectivity Sheet.” It is important to note that publications will not be available during the exam.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Visit API’s application page<\/a><\/strong> for details on how to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Refer to API’s qualification page<\/a><\/strong> to confirm that you meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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View application deadlines and exam windows at API’s schedule page<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Go to API’s Individual Certification Program (ICP) Portal<\/a> <\/strong>to apply for the exam.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Once the application has been processed, you will receive an “Eligibility ID.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Use this ID to schedule your exam through the Prometric Site<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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FEES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

API’s official fee page<\/a><\/strong> lists the fees for all of API’s certifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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OUR RECERTIFICATION EXAM PREPARATION COURSE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jiva offers an online course<\/a><\/strong> that can help you pass the 6 year recertification exam (online open-book quiz).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take advantage of this flexible option and learn at your own pace. The online course includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n