Industry Recognised Training
AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor Course
Pressure Equipment Welding Certification for Welders, Welding Supervisors, and Welding Inspectors
Designed for tradespeople and engineers, this flexible online welding supervisor course prepares you for real-world supervision, compliance, and quality management roles across Australia.
What is a Welding Supervisor Course?
A welding supervisor course provides the knowledge and certification required to oversee welding operations, ensure compliance with standards such as AS/NZS 5131 and AS/NZS ISO 3834, and manage weld quality, safety, and documentation.
Course Overview
The AS 1796 Welding Supervisor (Certificate 10) course is delivered in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1796, which defines the requirements for the certification of welders, welding supervisors, and welding inspectors involved in pressure equipment.
In the industry, this certification is typically referred to as ‘Certificate 10‘ and is essential for professionals working with:
Pressure Vessels
Boilers
Pipelines & pressure piping
Pipelines & pressure piping
The course focuses on pressure equipment compliance, welding supervision, qualification requirements, inspection, and verification of welding activities to Australian Standards.
Course Outcomes
- Supervise welding teams
- Interpret weld procedures
- Manage compliance & quality systems
- Coordinate welding activities
Relationship to AS 2214 (Prerequisite)
The AS 2214 Welding Supervisor course provides the essential foundation knowledge in:
- Welding quality management
- Safety and compliance
- Structural steel supervision
AS 2214 is a mandatory prerequisite before progressing to AS 1796 Certificate 10, which extends these principles into the pressure equipment domain. See below for study pathways for tradies and engineers.
Entry Pathways & Eligibility
To meet AS 1796 requirements, students must enter through one of two approved pathways and provide evidence of eligibility prior to enrolment.
Engineers Pathway
Eligibility Requirements
- Completion of AS 2214 Welding Supervisor
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in welded fabrication
- At least 1 year involving pressure equipment manufacturing
Outcome
- Once prerequisites are met, students are eligible to enrol
Tradies Pathway
Eligibility Requirements
- Completion of AS 2214 Welding Supervisor
-
Minimum 2 years’ experience welding pressure equipment
Practical Requirement
- Completion of a welder qualification test to AS/NZS ISO 9606.1
- Remote assessment under AWS CE supervision from $350
- On-site assessment at the AWS CE Melrose Park facility from $400
- All test pieces are independently examined by a third-party examiner. Examination costs are payable by the student.
Outcome
- Once prerequisites are met, students are eligible to enrol
Course Topics
Examination
Welding Theory & Technology Exam
- Covers all course topics
- 50 multiple-choice questions
- Conducted as a proctored exam
Practical Assessment (Trade Pathway Requirement)
To meet AS 1796 requirements, trade-based candidates must successfully complete one welder qualification test.
Test Configurations
- Pipe welding – 6G position or
- Plate welding – 3G position
Welding Processes Accepted
- TIG (GTAW)
- MIG (GMAW)
- FCAW
All tests must be completed using an approved and qualified Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).
Who Should Enrol?
Welding supervisors moving into pressure equipment work
Experienced welders seeking Certificate 10
Engineers responsible for welding compliance
Inspectors & QA personnel in pressure equipment fabrication
Enrolment Process
Pricing & Inclusions
Course Fee: $3,300 inc GST
Bundle of 2214 and Cert 10: Call for pricing
Group bookings: Ask about group pricing
Includes:
- Full online access
- Trainer support
- Proctored written exam
- Digital certificate and verification record
Why Choose AWSCE?
- Training delivered by the AWS Centre of Excellence – a trusted name in welding education.
- Online theory – train in your own time. No Travel
- Onsite – Small class sizes for personalised instruction.
- Flexible delivery for individuals and employer groups.
- Pathway to further qualifications and apprenticeships.
Questions?
This course will influence your career, so it’s important you’ve got the right advice.
Speak to one of our Education Coordinators with any questions you have.
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Phone: (08) 8374 3415
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- No wasted travel time
- No accommodation costs
- No attendance costs
- Work while you study
- Maybe a personal tax deduction
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Certificate 10 welding supervisor?
A Certificate 10 welding supervisor is a professional who has completed the AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor—a recognised qualification in Australia that certifies you to supervise welding operations and ensure they meet required standards.
This qualification confirms you have the knowledge and responsibility to:
- Oversee welders and fabrication teams
- Ensure compliance with Australian standards such as AS/NZS 5131 and AS/NZS ISO 3834
- Interpret welding procedures and specifications (WPS)
- Manage weld quality, inspections, and documentation
- Coordinate welding activities across projects
In practical terms, a Certificate 10 welding supervisor sits between the workshop floor and engineering/management teams—making sure welding work is done correctly, safely, and to code.
This qualification is commonly pursued by:
- Experienced welders moving into leadership roles
- Supervisors in fabrication or construction
- Engineers responsible for welded structures or pressure equipment
Because the qualification is industry-recognised, it’s often required for projects involving structural steel, mining, defence, and pressure equipment across Australia.
How long does a welding supervisor course take?
The duration of a welding supervisor course depends on the pathway you take, your experience, and how the training is delivered.
For the AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor, most participants complete the course in:
Typical Timeframes
8 to 16 weeks – common for structured or part-time study
4 to 8 weeks – possible if you already have strong welding or engineering experience
Longer (3–6 months) – if studying at a slower pace alongside full-time work
What Affects the Duration?
Your background (welder vs engineer vs beginner)
Study mode (online flexible vs classroom-based)
Assessment readiness (experience with weld procedures, standards, QA)
Availability for study (full-time vs part-time)
Online Courses Are Faster
With flexible online delivery (like AWS CE’s model), you can:
- Study at your own pace
- Skip over content you already understand
- Focus on assessment preparation
This often significantly reduces overall time compared to traditional classroom courses.
Bottom Line
Most people complete a welding supervisor course in 2 to 4 months, but experienced professionals can finish much faster with a flexible, online approach.
Is AS1796 industry recognised?
Yes — AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor is recognised in industry across Australia.
It is a certification issued under an Australian Standard (AS 1796) and is widely accepted across industries that require welding supervision, including structural steel, pressure equipment, mining, and defence projects.
What “industry recognised” means here
- Recognised by employers across all Australian states and territories
- Aligned with key standards like AS/NZS 5131 and AS/NZS ISO 3834
- Often specified or preferred for compliance roles involving welding supervision
AS 1796 is industry-recognised, but is not an AQF qualification, i.e., it is not a ‘nationally accredited qualification’.
That means:
It does not issue a formal AQF certificate like a Certificate IV or Diploma. But it is highly valued in industry and frequently required on real projects
Bottom line
AS 1796 is one of the most recognised and respected welding supervisor certifications in Australia, especially for roles focused on compliance, quality, and supervision of welded work.
Can I study a welding supervisor course online?
Yes — you can study a welding supervisor course online, especially the theory components of programs like the AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor.
How online welding supervisor courses work
Most reputable providers (including AWS CE) deliver the course using a blended model:
- Online theory (major component)
Study welding standards, procedures, compliance, and quality management at your own pace - Practical / assessment component
Completed via:- workplace evidence
- assessment workshops
- or approved practical evaluation
- What you can study online.
You can complete topics such as:- Welding standards and compliance
- Weld procedures (WPS) and documentation
- Inspection and quality control
- Coordination of welding activities
- Benefits of studying online
- Study anytime, anywhere
- Minimal disruption to work
- Faster completion if experienced
- Ideal for regional or remote students
- What to watch out for
- Fully “100% online with no assessment” courses are a red flag
- Legitimate courses still require competency assessment to meet industry expectations
Bottom line
Yes — you can study most of a welding supervisor course online, and it’s often the fastest and most flexible pathway, but you’ll still need to complete some form of practical or competency-based assessment to gain certification.