The AS 1796 Welding Supervisor (Certificate 10) is suitable for both trade-based and engineering professionals working in regulated welding environments.
This industry-recognised training course is the benchmark qualification for welding supervisors working across fabrication, pressure equipment, structural steel, pipelines, and heavy industry.
Why AS 1796 Certificate 10?
- Recognised across Australia for supervisory and QA roles
- Focused on compliance with Australian Standards & welding codes
- Ideal for experienced welders, inspectors, and supervisors
- Supports career progression into management and inspection pathways
Flexible Training Built for Industry
- Online Theory – study around work commitments
- Practical Assessment – competency-based and industry relevant
- Delivered by industry-experienced trainers
- Minimal downtime for employers and workers
Two Enrolment Streams: Tradies & Engineers
To meet AS 1796 Certificate 10 requirements, candidates enter through one of two approved pathways, with eligibility evidence reviewed prior to enrolment.
Tradie Stream (Welding-Focused Pathway)
Best suited to experienced welders moving into welding supervision for pressure equipment work.
Eligibility
- Completion of AS 2214 Welding Supervisor (prerequisite)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience welding pressure equipment
Practical Requirement
A welder qualification test to AS/NZS ISO 9606.1 is required for trade-based candidates (remote or on-site options available).
Engineer Stream (Compliance & Fabrication Pathway)
Designed for engineers responsible for welding compliance, fabrication engineering outcomes, and pressure equipment manufacturing oversight.
Eligibility
- Completion of AS 2214 Welding Supervisor (prerequisite)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in welded fabrication
- At least 1 year involving pressure equipment manufacturing
Who is the course for?
Leading hands & Senior welders
Experienced welders ready to step into supervisory responsibility for weld quality, procedures, and compliance.
Workshop supervisors
Supervisors overseeing fabrication activities who need formal recognition of their welding and QA responsibilities.
Site Foremen & Construction Supervisors
Personnel responsible for managing welding works on-site and ensuring Australian Standards are met.
Fabrication & Manufacturing Managers
Managers accountable for welding operations, productivity, and audit readiness across workshops and projects.
Welders Transitioning Off the Tools
Tradespeople looking to move into leadership, supervision, or inspection roles without leaving the industry.
Quality Assurance / Quality Control Personnel
Staff involved in inspection, documentation, and compliance who require deeper welding supervision knowledge.
Engineers (Mechanical, Welding & Manufacturing)
Engineers responsible for welded fabrication design, compliance, and pressure equipment manufacturing who require formal welding supervision certification under AS 1796.
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