Testia’s New Asia-Pacific NDT Cadet Academy Opens in Malaysia

Testia is excited to announce the opening of its new Asia-Pacific branch of the NDT Cadet Academy, with the first cohort of trainees beginning in September 2024. This milestone was made possible through a strategic partnership with CTRM Testing Laboratory (CTRMTL), as we proudly welcomed our first class into a state-of-the-art Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) training facility in Malaysia.

The NDT Cadet Academy offers an intensive training program designed to equip participants with the skills required to achieve Level 2 Certification in Non-Destructive Testing. Spanning 6 to 8 months, this comprehensive course integrates both theoretical learning and hands-on practice. Trainees have the opportunity to perform NDT inspections and certifications on real aircraft parts and other critical components across line stations, hangars, workshops, and production facilities.

By developing a new generation of qualified inspectors, the NDT Cadet Academy plays a vital role in supporting the region’s manufacturing and maintenance operations. The program is designed as an all-inclusive package, combining training, examinations, and on-the-job experience (OJT), providing a direct pathway to becoming a certified NDT Level 2 inspector.

Since its inception at Testia Germany in 2021, the NDT Cadet Academy has already trained four successful cohorts. Graduates of the program have progressed into diverse career paths in fields such as NDT inspection, engineering, product development, and training.

The launch of the NDT Cadet Academy in Malaysia represents an exciting new chapter in the collaboration between Testia and CTRM TL. Just one year ago, in September 2023, the two companies signed a significant agreement, making CTRM TL the first hub for calibrations of Testia inspection products in the Asia-Pacific region. This agreement also set the foundation for the establishment of the NDT Academy program, which has now been realized.

CTRM TL, an Airbus-approved captive laboratory, holds both ISO 17025 accreditation and NADCAP AC7122 qualification. As the operational partner of the NDT Cadet Academy, CTRM TL will oversee the academy’s activities at its facilities in Melaka. Testia is proud to collaborate with CTRM to enhance its presence in the region and contribute to the continued growth of the Asia-Pacific aerospace sector.For more information about the NDT Cadet Program in Malaysia, please visit www.ctrmtl.com.my.