American Institute of Nondestructive Testing

American Institute of Nondestructive Testing Led by CEO Donald Booth, AINDT fosters a supportive environment where students gain real-world skills using cutting-edge tools.

The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing (AINDT) is a premier licensed private career school dedicated to empowering professionals in the critical field of nondestructive testing (NDT). Headquartered in Brainerd, Minnesota, AINDT combines innovative online, blended learning, and traditional classroom training formats to prepare individuals for high-demand careers in industries such as aero

space, manufacturing, oil and gas, and infrastructure. Founded in 2013, AINDT offers a comprehensive NDT Technologies Certificate Program: seven months of flexible online coursework followed by 18 days of intensive practical training in our state-of-the-art 22,000-square-foot facility, complete with private student housing. The curriculum covers essential methods, including both film and digital Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Visual Testing (VT), and Electromagnetic Testing (ET), aligned with ASNT standards such as SNT-TC-1A, CP-189, and CP-105. We also provide nationwide corporate training, Level III preparation courses, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) prep, radiation safety certification, and professional development hours.

Most welders hit a ceiling on the tools. The Certified Welding Inspector path is how you raise it.CWI moves you from run...
06/24/2026

Most welders hit a ceiling on the tools. The Certified Welding Inspector path is how you raise it.

CWI moves you from running the weld to evaluating it. Higher pay, more options, and a credential that values the years you've already put in.

AINDT has the courses that build toward it. Self-paced and online, with Part A exam prep when you're ready. And for inspectors already certified, the 9-year recertification delivers all 80 PDH in one place.

The skill you built at the table becomes the credential that carries the rest of your career.

Course list at trainingndt.com/cwi-training-courses/.

The move from film to digital radiography is here, and it takes more than buying the equipment.AINDT and Carestream NDT ...
06/22/2026

The move from film to digital radiography is here, and it takes more than buying the equipment.

AINDT and Carestream NDT have teamed up to offer hands-on training with Carestream digital equipment, certified Level III instruction, and the knowledge to bring digital radiography into production the right way.

40-hour Level I and Level II courses, online or in person.

Learn more at trainingndt.com/carestream-digital-training/

06/20/2026

From welding the joint to inspecting it.

One of our students came to AINDT as a welder. When he found out the people who inspect those welds are in short supply and in demand, he made the switch to nondestructive testing.

He's young, he wants to travel, and he found a career that pays him to do it without a four-year degree.

His story, in his words.

Learn more at trainingndt.com.

06/19/2026

The best measure of a training program isn't what we say about it. It's what our students say after they finish.

We pulled a few reviews from people who trained with us at the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing. The themes were consistent: instructors who actually know the field, a clean and modern campus, and hands-on training that translates directly to the job.

NDT is a career built on precision and trust. We think the training behind it should be held to the same standard.

Swipe through to hear it from them. If you're exploring a career in nondestructive testing or need a trusted facility to send your team, we'd love to talk.

📍 trainingndt.com/contact-us
📞 855-313-0325

06/17/2026

Sending a technician out for a week of training usually entails a stack of logistical details. Hotel booking, expense reports, per diem tracking, and all the back-and-forth that comes with it.

Our Digital Interactive Student Housing takes that off your plate.

Students stay in a private king room with a full-size refrigerator, microwave, dedicated study desk, and a 50" TV with cable. Laundry facilities are included at no extra cost, and the housing sits within walking distance of our training facility.

It is all included with our blended learning programs. No separate booking, and no added expense line to track.

Learn more: https://vist.ly/5845d.

Thank you Robert for the great review on Google! Want to learn more about us and how we can serve your NDT training need...
06/15/2026

Thank you Robert for the great review on Google!

Want to learn more about us and how we can serve your NDT training needs? Visit our website: https://vist.ly/57sma

"Over the past several months, I have attended multiple training courses covering various aspects of NDT and digital radiography, and the experience has been extremely valuable. As someone transitioning into the industry, these courses have helped accelerate my understanding of both the theory and practical application of the technologies used every day in the field.

The instructors consistently demonstrated a high level of technical knowledge while presenting the material in a way that was easy to understand and apply. The combination of classroom instruction, real-world examples, and hands-on training helped reinforce key concepts and provided confidence in applying what was learned.

What stood out most was the willingness of the instructors to answer questions, share industry experience, and ensure students understood not just the "how," but also the "why" behind the processes and equipment. The training provided a strong foundation that I continue to build upon in my day-to-day work.

I would highly recommend these courses to anyone looking to expand their knowledge of NDT, whether they are new to the industry or experienced professionals looking to strengthen their technical understanding. The investment in training has been well worth it, and I have been able to immediately apply many of the concepts and lessons learned."

If your radiography work has moved off film, your team's training should keep pace.Our new Digital Detector Array (DDA) ...
06/10/2026

If your radiography work has moved off film, your team's training should keep pace.

Our new Digital Detector Array (DDA) Non-Film courses are now available online in Level I and Level II, built for technicians working in filmless radiography.

Level I covers the fundamentals: digital radiography, radiographic physics, radiation safety, and image quality.

Level II goes further into contrast and definition optimization, interpretation, calculations, and acceptance criteria. Each runs 40 hours, fully self-paced, and exceeds the instructional criteria in ASNT SNT-TC-1A, ANSI/ASNT CP-189, NAS410, ASME BPVC Section V, and ANSI/ASNT CP-105.

Training a team? You also get corporate accounts with consolidated billing, digital storage of training records for HR and compliance, and a real person on the phone whenever you need one at 855-313-0325.

Read more online at: https://vist.ly/57ajw.

Good NDT instructors are hard to find. That's exactly why we're looking carefully.The American Institute of Nondestructi...
06/08/2026

Good NDT instructors are hard to find. That's exactly why we're looking carefully.

The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing is hiring a full-time NDT Instructor based at our Brainerd, Minnesota facility, with travel to client locations.

We're looking for someone who meets ANSI/ASNT CP-189 requirements as an NDT Instructor, or holds multiple Level II qualifications across methods such as RT, UT, MT, PT, VT, or ET, and is working toward ASNT Level III.

Experience in Eddy Current, film interpretation, or phased array ultrasonic testing is a plus.

Send your cover letter and resume to Don Booth: [email protected].

🚨 Registration is open for Liquid Penetrant Level I and II training, with hands-on dates of August 25 and 26, 2026, at o...
06/05/2026

🚨 Registration is open for Liquid Penetrant Level I and II training, with hands-on dates of August 25 and 26, 2026, at our Brainerd, Minnesota facility.

This blended Penetrant Testing (PT) course pairs online instruction with instructor-led, hands-on work alongside our full-time American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III staff.

Three nights of on-site housing are included, and we hold no class minimums, so these dates run regardless of headcount.

Reserve a seat for your team: https://vist.ly/56rmu.

06/03/2026

You can tell pretty quickly whether an instructor has actually done the work or just read about it. Our students notice the difference.

The team teaching at AINDT brings years of field experience into the classroom. They know what students will encounter on the job because they've been there. That's the kind of training that translates when your technicians get back to the work site.

Listen to what recent students had to say about their time with us.

855-313-0325 | trainingndt.com

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