Corrodere Academy

What Corrodere Academy does

Corrodere Academy (legal entity: Corrodere Limited) is a UK-based training and certification organization founded in 2007 and headquartered in Farnham, Surrey. The company delivers globally-recognized training and certification programs for industrial coating applicators, coating inspectors, and specialist coatings professionals, serving end-markets that include oil and gas, maritime, nuclear, rail and infrastructure, construction, and power generation. Its core product portfolio comprises ICorr-accredited Coating Inspection courses at Levels 1, 2, and 3, the trademarked Train the Painter program with Gold, Silver, and Bronze card certifications, QCA (Qualified Coating Application) certifications certified by Lloyd's Register (P1, A1, S1, T1), and a Diploma in Coatings for Corrosion Control, supplemented by specialist applicator courses in marine, pipeline, intumescent, thermal metal spraying, powder, and abrasive blast cleaning. Accreditations held include ICorr (10-year partnership renewed in 2024), SSPC/AMPP, PFPNet for passive fire protection, CITB Approved Training Organisation status (UK, 2025), and CSCS ID card issuance rights. Corrodere maintains a wholly-owned North American subsidiary, Corrodere Inc.

Name

Corrodere Academy

Legal name

Corrodere Limited

Website

https://corrodere.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Corrodere Academy is a UK-based training and certification organization delivering globally-recognized industrial coatings, corrosion control, and inspection courses. It serves applicators, inspectors, and enterprise clients via ICorr, SSPC/AMPP, and Lloyd's Register-accredited programs across multiple continents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Coatings and Corrosion Training Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial & Protective Coatings (IMAEAGAB), Industrial Protective Coatings (Steel/Concrete/Equipment) (IMAIAKAB), Application Equipment & Coating Services (Contract Coating, Surface Prep) (IMAEAGAL)

Keywords

• Industrial coating training
• Corrosion control certification
• Coating inspection courses
• Protective coatings education
• Train the Painter programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Farnham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Training Course Fees: Revenue from enrollment in various training courses including ICorr Coating Inspection courses, specialist coating courses, Train the Painter programs, and diploma courses. Courses are offered in multiple formats including online e-learning, practical workshops, and blended learning options.
2. Certification and Examination Fees: Fees for online examinations, certification body fees (ICorr, SSPC/AMPP), and QCA certification assessments. Includes dispensation fees for re-sits.
3. CSCS ID Cards: Issuance of Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) ID cards for qualified coating applicators and inspectors.
4. Qualification Renewals: Fees for renewal of qualifications including Train the Painter Gold/Silver/Bronze card renewals and coating inspection qualification renewals.
5. Corporate Membership: Corporate membership programs for organizations requiring bulk training access for their employees.
6. Courier and Physical Certificate Services: Physical copy certificate delivery fees, recommended for non-UK students.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Corrodere Academy delivers accredited training and certification programs for industrial coating applicators, inspectors, and specialists via online learning portals combined with in-person practical workshops and assessments. Offerings span entry-level applicator training through the trademarked "Train the Painter" program, ICorr-accredited Coating Inspection Levels 1–3, Lloyd's Register-certified QCA applicator certifications, specialist coating application courses, PFPNet-accredited fireproofing inspection, and a 38-unit Diploma in Coatings for Corrosion Control. Revenue is earned through course fees, certification examinations, qualification renewals, CSCS ID card issuance, and corporate membership programs.

Product overview

Corrodere Academy is a web-based training and certification platform offering globally-recognized training programs in industrial painting, corrosion control, coatings, and inspection. The platform operates through three dedicated student portals: the Applicator Portal for Train the Painter programs, the Inspector Portal for coating inspection certification, and the Specialist Portal for advanced coatings training. The core product portfolio includes ICorr-accredited Coating Inspection courses (Levels 1, 2, and 3) with associated practical workshops and assessments; the Train the Painter program offering Gold, Silver, and Bronze card certifications for industrial painters; QCA (Qualified Coating Application) certifications certified by Lloyds Register covering P1 (Protective Coating Applicator), A1 (Abrasive Blast Cleaner), S1 (Spray Painter), and T1 (Thin Film Intumescent Applicator); specialist coating application courses including marine, pipeline, thermal metal spraying, intumescent, powder, and abrasive blast cleaning; fireproofing inspection certifications through PFPNet and intumescent pathways; a Diploma in Coatings for Corrosion Control (38-unit self-learning program); and supplementary training including Coating Surveys, Corrosion Management, Concrete Protection, Sustainability, and Industry Ethics courses. Training is delivered via online learning management systems, practical workshops, and assessment-based certification with renewal options. The platform also includes mobile applications (TTP Log Book and Practical Results apps) and issues CSCS identification cards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ICorr Coating Inspection Courses (Levels 1, 2, and 3) Three-level progressive coating inspection certification program (Levels 1, 2, 3) accredited by ICorr (Institute of Corrosion), covering foundational to advanced industrial coating inspection. Includes online theory, practical workshops, and assessments. Designed for inspectors and quality assurance professionals in industrial coating operations.
• Train the Painter Program (Gold/Silver/Bronze) Trademarked industrial coating applicator training and certification program with a three-tier card system (Gold, Silver, Bronze) plus renewals and replacement cards. Graduates are eligible for CSCS identification cards. Designed for industrial painters, spray applicators, and coating workers across multiple sectors.
• QCA Certifications (P1, A1, S1, T1) Four discipline-specific Qualified Coating Application certifications: P1 Protective Coating Applicator, A1 Abrasive Blast Cleaner, S1 Spray Painter, and T1 Thin Film Intumescent Applicator, all certified by Lloyd's Register. Designed for industrial coating workers seeking third-party-verified qualification credentials.
• Specialist Coating Inspection Courses Specialist inspection certification courses including Marine & Offshore Coating Inspection, Pipeline Coating Inspection Level 2, Insulation Inspection Level 2, Thermal Metal Spraying Inspection Level 2, Hot Dip Galvanising Inspection Level 2, and IMO PSPC Marine Coating. Each is accredited under ICorr or relevant industry bodies. Designed for inspectors specialising in particular industrial sectors.
• Specialist Coating Application Courses Application training courses for specialist coating techniques including Thin Film Intumescent Coating Application, Thick Film Intumescent Coating Application, Thermal Metal Spraying Application, Marine Coating Application, Protective Coating Application, Abrasive Blast Cleaning, Spray Painting, Powder Coatings Application, and Water Jetting. Designed for industrial coating applicators seeking advanced technical skills.
• Diploma in Coatings for Corrosion Control A comprehensive 38-unit self-learning diploma course covering coatings for corrosion control, designed for coating specialists seeking advanced diploma-level qualification through the Specialist portal.
• Specialist Modular Coating Courses Self-paced online specialist modular courses including Corrosion Under Insulation (9 units), Coating Surveys (19 units), Corrosion Management (10 units), Concrete Protection: Inspection and Coating Systems (7 units), Sustainability in the Protective Coatings Industry, and Protective Coating Industry Ethics. Issued with certificates of completion. Delivered through the Specialist portal for inspectors and engineers.
• Fireproofing Inspection Certification Package Combined package covering PFPNet Passive Fire Protection Inspection Level 2, Thin Film Intumescent Coating Inspection, and Fundamentals of Fireproofing Coating & Inspection. Accredited by PFPNet for passive fire protection specialists.
• Coating Supervisor Course Training program for coating supervisors covering management and technical oversight of coating operations. Designed for working supervisors and team leaders in industrial coating projects.
• Train the Trainer Course Certification program equipping experienced coating professionals with the skills to train others in coating inspection and application techniques, qualifying them to deliver approved Corrodere Academy courses.
• Practical Interactive Workshop Hands-on in-person practical workshop for coating inspection skills development and assessment, complementing online theory modules across the ICorr and specialist coating inspection curriculum.
• CSCS ID Card Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) identification cards issued to qualified coating applicators and inspectors, enabling site access on UK construction projects under the agreement with CSCS.
• Corporate Membership Program Subscription-based corporate membership program for organisations requiring bulk training access for their employees, with dedicated support and enrollment management. Designed for industrial contractors, coatings companies, and infrastructure operators with recurring training needs.
• Powder Coatings Application Course Specialist training course for powder coating application techniques, part of the broader specialist coating application curriculum. Designed for industrial coaters adopting powder coating processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Student testimonials report successful ICorr Level 1, 2, and 3 certification achievements
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and major.

• Institute of Corrosion (ICorr)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICorr is the primary accreditation partner for coating inspection training programs. Corrodere Academy offers ICorr Coating Inspector qualifications at Levels 1, 2, and 3. The partnership was recently renewed for a 10-year term, demonstrating a deep and long-standing strategic relationship in professional certification.
• Lloyd's RegistercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQCA (Qualified Coating Application) certifications are certified by Lloyd's Register, adding third-party verification and credibility to the applicator certification programs (QCA P1, QCA A1, QCA S1, QCA T1).
• SSPC/AMPPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSSPC/AMPP is a certification body partner for coating inspection and applicator training programs. Corrodere Academy offers SSPC Train the Painter programs and SSPC Coating Inspector certifications.
• CITB (Construction Industry Training Board)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAchieved CITB Approved Training Organisation status, enabling eligible UK training programs including Train the Painter to access CITB funding for qualification and skills development.
• AkzoNobelflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAkzoNobel has signed up as an SSPC Train the Painter Global Affiliate, operating across multiple regions including UK, Sweden, South Europe, South Asia, South Africa, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Norway, Netherlands, Malaysia, India, Germany, Egypt, Dubai, Benelux, and Austria.
• CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSSPC Train the Painter program has signed an agreement to display the CSCS logo. Graduates are eligible for CSCS cards demonstrating skilled worker status in the construction industry.
• Network RailmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork Rail has approved the SSPC Train the Painter qualification for use in rail infrastructure projects, enabling qualified applicators to work on Network Rail assets.
• PFPNet (Passive Fire Protection Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPFPNet partnership for Passive Fire Protection inspection training at Level 2, providing specialized certification for fire protection coating inspection.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance): AMPP, formed from the merger of NACE International and SSPC, is the dominant global certification body for corrosion and protective coatings and also delivers its own training programs. It is Corrodere's most direct competitor and partner, competing for the same ICorr/SSPC-certified learner wallet.
• Institute of Corrosion (ICorr): ICorr is the UK-based professional body that accredits Corrodere's coating inspection courses and also runs its own approved training centers for Levels 1, 2, and 3. It is both partner and direct competitor for the same pool of UK and international inspection candidates.
• KTA-Tator: KTA-Tator is a US-based engineering and consulting firm specializing in coating inspection, failure analysis, and coatings training, including SSPC/NACE/AMPP-aligned programs. It is a direct competitor to Corrodere in the North American coating inspection training market.
• BINDT (British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing): BINDT is the UK professional body for NDT and provides certification, training, and qualification services overlapping with Corrodere's inspection audience. It addresses an adjacent but partially overlapping learner base in industrial inspection certification.

Broad incumbents

• TWI (The Welding Institute): TWI is a large UK-based industrial training and certification body covering welding, joining, and related inspection disciplines. It is a broader incumbent that competes for the same skilled-trades certification wallet, particularly in welding-adjacent coating inspection.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) major with extensive industrial services and training offerings. It competes at a broader level for enterprise training and certification budgets in the same oil & gas, marine, and infrastructure end markets.
• SGS: SGS is a leading global TIC company providing inspection, testing, and training services across industrial sectors. As a broad incumbent, it offers overlapping training and certification services for the same industrial customer base as Corrodere.
• TÜV Rheinland: TÜV Rheinland is a global TIC services provider offering industrial inspection, certification, and training programs. It is a broad incumbent that competes for enterprise-level certification and workforce qualification mandates in industrial coatings and beyond.
• Element Materials Testing: Element is a global materials and product qualification testing company providing coatings, corrosion, and related industrial testing services. As a broad incumbent, it offers adjacent training and certification support for industrial customers that overlap with Corrodere's buyer base.

Regional players

• CWB Group: CWB Group is a Canadian welding and materials joining certification body with a North American focus. It is a regional peer operating a similar accreditation-driven model in an adjacent skilled-trades certification market, less direct in coatings but comparable in structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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