Certification: Master of Special Inspection (MSI)

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The Master of Special Inspection (MSI) is a designation given to those candidates who have successfully passed the following examinations:
- Structural Welding Special Inspector
- Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector
- Structural Masonry Special Inspector
- Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
These candidates must also have fulfilled the additional requirements for the Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector certification. Meeting the criteria for this designation exhibits commitment to the special inspection program, a deep knowledge of applicable standards, and leadership in the field.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 3 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

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The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.