Candidate Letter - CBT sites

Sep 5, 2026

Invitation letter for CWI candidates explaining the transition of parts of the Certified Welding Inspector exam to computer-based testing (CBT) delivered through Prometric. Outlines the modernization benefits: scheduling flexibility across test centers, divided exam periods, access to searchable electronic books, exam transparency with time remaining, and receipt of preliminary results at the center. Notes the official score letter timing and directs candidates to AWS and Prometric resources, including security check-in procedures and test-day navigation.

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Candidate Letter for CBT Testing

Exam Transition and Benefits

Candidate Advantages

Important Notes on Scores and Scheduling

Useful Resources and Test Center Security

Possible Questions Regarding CBT and Prometric

Hello CWI Candidate, Thank you for applying to take the CWI examination! To ensure that the Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) program and other AWS certification programs maintain the highest level of quality and integrity, the American Welding Society (AWS) has partnered with one of the leaders in global test development and delivery, Prometric, to deliver CBT exams. AWS began offering CBT exams in May 2016 for select certification programs; and portions of the Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) exam will transition to CBT exams in May 2019. The move to CBT signifies a modernization of the exam process. Other organizations such as NACE, ASNT, and API have moved to CBT in recent years for many of the same reasons. Moving to CBT is part of the continuous improvement and streamlining of internal and external processes within AWS. Additionally, CBT provides improved exam security and standardization by assuring that each candidate’s experience is consistent and comparable to other candidates’ experience. The move to CBT represents several advantages for candidates including: • flexibility to schedule your Part A and Part C exam when it’s most convenient for you and taking the test at a test center close to you; • a divided exam period (you can take Parts A and C on different days) that allows for more study time between exam parts; • access to searchable electronic books during most open book exams; • CBT will provide you with exam transparency regarding time remaining; and • you will receive your preliminary test results at the test center at the conclusion of the Parts A and C portions of the exam. Note: Your official test score letter (including Part B) will be sent to you approximately 4 – 6 weeks after completing all portions ofthe test. Useful Resources: To ensure you are familiar with the process, visit the AWS website [http://www.aws.org/certification/page/computer-based-testing](http://www.aws.org/certification/page/computer-based-testing for more)[ for more](http://www.aws.org/certification/page/computer-based-testing for more) information. Understand Prometric’s security process when checking in at a test center: [https://www.prometric.com/en-us/for-test-takers/pages/Test-Center-Security.aspx](https://www.prometric.com/en-us/for-test-takers/pages/Test-Center-Security.aspx) [Take a sample tutorial on how to navigate the screens during your computer-based testing:](Take a sample tutorial on how to navigate the screens during your computer-based testing:) [https://www.prometric.com/_layouts/results/index.html](https://www.prometric.com/_layouts/results/index.html) Take a Test Drive Before Exam Day: [https://www.prometric.com/en-us/for-test-takers/prepare-for-test-day/pages/take-a-practice](https://www.prometric.com/en-us/for-test-takers/prepare-for-test-day/pages/take-a-practice)test.aspx “What to Expect on Test Day" video: [https://vimeo.com/190759122](https://vimeo.com/190759122) Learn even more and access Prometric’s various other resources, by visiting [http://www.prometric.com/aws](http://www.prometric.com/aws) Additionally, we have included some possible Questions and Answers related to CBT testing and Prometric on the following pages. Thank you, Thais Luque Nichole Bradley [tluque@aws.org](tluque@aws.org) [nichole@aws.org](nichole@aws.org) Possible Questions Regarding CBT and Prometric 1. What if I want to take CWI Parts A & C first (before Part B)? o For the Pilot Testing Only: Participants in the pilot testing will be permitted to take Parts A and C at a Prometric Test Center either before or after they take Part B. 1. NOTE: After the pilot testing phase, all candidates will be required to take Part B before Parts A and C. 2. Do I have to take both A & C on the same day? o No. For the pilot testing phase, both need to be taken on, or before February 25, 2019 and can be scheduled for different days or the same day. 3. When do I need to finish all

FAQs

Can CWI Parts A and C be taken before Part B?

For pilot testing only, participants may take Parts A and C at a Prometric test center either before or after Part B. After the pilot phase, all candidates must take Part B before Parts A and C.

Do I have to take Parts A and C on the same day?

No. During the pilot testing phase, Parts A and C can be scheduled for different days or the same day, as long as they are completed by the stated deadline.

Will someone be able to help me during the exam if I have a question?

Prometric staff can address issues related only to the test environment and cannot answer questions about exam structure or content. For exam feedback, candidates should use the AWS online Certification Exam Feedback Form.

Sep 5, 2026

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