FAQs

Search and filter through some of our most Frequently Asked Questions below. An excerpt of the answer is displayed on this page, but for longer answers, please click on the colored bar around the question itself.

How do I earn the Machining Level I credential?

NIMS offers multiple Level I Machining Credentials. Individuals may earn any combination of those credentials in any order.
Last Updated: 03/12/2026
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How do I find my students?

To view your students, you must log in as an account administrator, go to the Testing Center, and then on click the Search button. All registered students will be displayed.
Last Updated: 03/11/2026
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How do I find sample tests?

Go to NIMS website, login to your account (only candidate has access to sample test), click on "Testing Center," and click "Sample Test" tab.
Last Updated: 03/16/2026
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How do I get a NIMS patch?

Candidates and account administrators can login and use the Patch Order Form found on the Home page in the Testing Center or email support@nims-skills.org.
Last Updated: 03/05/2026
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How do I get copies of the NIMS credentials I have earned?

Go to NIMS website, click "Login/Register," click "Testing Center" and click on my "My Credentials" tab.
Last Updated: 03/12/2026
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How do I register as an account administrator?

To register go to NIMS website, click the "Login/Register" button in the top right hand corner of the screen, click "Create A User Account," from the drop down menu select "Account Admin" role and complete form. Upon approval you will receive a notification email.
Note: If you have an existing account, please email support@nims-skills.org to add any new role.
Last Updated: 03/11/2026
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How do I register as an evaluator?

To register go to NIMS website, click the "Login/Register" button in the top right hand corner of the screen, click "Create A User Account," from the drop down menu select "Evaluator" role and complete form. Upon approval you will receive a notification email.
Last Updated: 03/11/2026
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How do I register more than one candidate at a time?

Use our mass registration page! Click this FAQ to view a video tutorial describing how to complete this process. Note: This feature is only available for active account administrators.
Last Updated: 07/25/2018
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