The International Fluid Power Society is the only organization that provides comprehensive certification offerings for all professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry.
IFPS certification tests provide an objective, third-party assessment of an individual’s skill level and are recognized industry-wide. Individuals who successfully master a level of competency are issued a credential signifying an elevated status in the workforce. In order to keep pace with changing fluid power and motion control technologies, the IFPS certifications must be renewed every five years. Although formal training is not a requirement, IFPS offers various training options.
What IFPS Certification Categories are offered?
Fluid Power Connector & Conductor: fabricates, assembles, and tests hose and assemblies. The Connector & Conductor certification requires a three (3)-hour written and a three (3)-hour job performance (hands-on) test.
Fluid Power Certified Mechanic: fabricates, assembles, tests, maintains, and repairs systems and components. All Mechanic certifications require a three (3)-hour written and a three (3)-hour job performance (hands-on) test.
Fluid Power Certified Technician: troubleshoots, tests, and modifies systems; and prepares reports. All Technician certifications require a three (3)-hour written and a three (3)-hour job performance (hands-on) test.
Fluid Power Electronic Controls: A Fluid Power Electronic Controls Specialist analyzes and designs systems, selects components, and instructs others in operations and maintenance.
Fluid Power Specialist: analyzes and designs systems, selects components, and instructs others in operations and maintenance. All Specialist certifications require a three (3)-hour written test.
Fluid Power Engineer: A certified fluid power professional engineer or degree equivalent (BS from ABET recognized university) may apply for this certification. Applicants must have eight (8)-years of work experience and have successfully passed the IFPS Hydraulic & Pneumatic Specialist tests.