Crane Operator Certifications
Your Site. Your Equipment. Your Schedule.
NCCER is your trusted source for crane operator certification—offering a comprehensive, flexible, and efficient solution that puts safety first. Our nationally recognized program aligns with OSHA and ASME standards, certifying operators by crane type to ensure compliance and jobsite readiness. Designed for maximum accessibility, NCCER’s process lets you test on-site, use your own equipment, or employ portable setups—making it easier to qualify your team without disrupting operations. Because every safe lift starts with the right certification.
NCCER Mobile Crane Operator Certification
Trusted. Accredited. OSHA-Compliant.
- OSHA-recognized through ANAB accreditation
- Accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)—a nationally recognized authority
- Fully compliant with OSHA’s certification requirements for crane operators
The following NCCER crane operator certification schemes are accredited:
- Industrial/All Purpose Crane
- Rough Terrain/All Terrain Crane
- Rubber Tire Truck Mount Crane
- Crawler Mount Crane
Your Trusted Partner for Certifications
- One-Stop-Shop: Certifications for Crane Operator, Rigger and Signal Person —eliminate the need for multiple providers.
- Flexible, Convenient Testing: Minimize downtime with on-site assessments using your equipment. Need portability? Mobile crane setup options allow for testing at any location.
- Easy, Reliable Verification: Instantly verify certifications through our user-friendly, online credential service for immediate validation.
- Industry-Recognized Compliance: Our Crane certifications* are ANAB accredited and meets or exceeds current ASME and OSHA regulations.
- Designed by Industry Experts: Developed in collaboration with top crane professionals, our certifications reflect real-world jobsite demands, best practices and the latest safety protocols —delivering the highest quality testing nationwide.
- Unmatched Support: NCCER’s dedicated Workforce Development Solutions team offers personalized assistance for a seamless onboarding process.
Certifications We Offer
NCCER provides a full suite of crane operator certifications to support safer, more efficient operations across high-risk industries. From Whether you need a specialized to multi… our certifications help companies verify skills, minimize risk, and meet regulatory demands.
Valid for five years
Certification requirements (link to come, need to build pdf)
Add link – Historical Certification Mapping Chart (link to pdf)
Add link for Handbook – (link to come)
Boom Truck
Lattice Boom
Assessment:
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Load Chart
Kobelco-CK1100G:
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Link-Belt-HC-278H-II:
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Link-Belt-HSL-238:
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Telescopic Boom
Assessment:
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Load Chart
Grove-RT530E:
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Link-Belt-TCC1200:
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Tadano-GR-1000XL:
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Spydercrane-URW1006:
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Industrial (Carry Deck)
Service Truck*
Coming Soon
Become an Accredited Provider
Crane Operator Certifications are only offered through Endorsed Accredited Assessment Programs. By becoming a provider, it allows companies to offer journey-level knowledge and performance testing to employees, members, and the public.
Benefits of becoming an accredited provider:
- Offer In-House Certifications: Certify your workforce on-site, reducing downtime.
- Expand Service Offerings: Attract new business with industry-recognized certifications.
- Enhance Safety & Compliance: Meet OSHA, ASME, and state regulations.
- Boost Your Competitive Edge: Demonstrate excellence with ANSI-accredited certifications.
Get your crew certified. Find an existing program in your area.
Explore organizations offering Crane Operator Certification Program assessments and practical examinations to the public. Contact providers directly for details on dates, locations, and cost.
Click below to find a provider or call NCCER customer support at 888-622-3720.
FAQS
A: You’ll need to meet a few basic requirements first—check the link below for full details. You can also use our provider locator tool to find a nearby testing location or reach out to our customer support team at 888-622-3720 for assistance.
A: Training helps individuals build the knowledge and skills needed to operate equipment safely and effectively, but it may not always align with OSHA and ASME certification requirements. To earn certification, you must pass a formal assessment—both written and practical—that measures competency against these regulatory standards
A: Certifications are valid for five years.
A: Please refer to our pricing sheet for the latest details.
Contributing Subject Matter Experts
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are a vital part of NCCER’s program development process. We would like to thank the following SMEs for writing and reviewing the course materials, providing jobsite photos, giving us permission to share their content, creating videos and sharing their expertise. You are the heart of this program, and we appreciate your drive and passion to help NCCER certify the next generation crane operators.
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