Why should you attend?
ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support laboratories in meeting the requirements of the standard by implementing a quality control system based on ISO/IEC 17025. During this training course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of a Laboratory Management System (LMS) in testing and calibration laboratories, enabling you to produce reliable measurement results and open your laboratory’s doors for accreditation and international recognition.
After mastering all the necessary concepts of Laboratory Management Systems, you can sit for the exam and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” credential. Holding a PECB Lead Implementer Certificate demonstrates your practical knowledge and professional capabilities in implementing ISO/IEC 17025 in your laboratory.
Who should attend?
- Individuals involved in Testing and Calibration Laboratories
- Managers or consultants seeking to master the implementation of a Laboratory Management System
- Laboratory technicians responsible for maintaining conformance with Testing and Calibration Laboratories Accreditation requirements
- Individuals responsible for supporting the operations of a Testing and Calibration Laboratory
- Technical experts seeking to prepare for Testing and Calibration Laboratories competence assessment
Learning objectives
- Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 17025 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
- Learn how to interpret the ISO/IEC 17025 requirements in the specific context of the laboratory
- Learn how to support a laboratory to perform testing and other operating activities
- Acquire the expertise to advise a laboratory in implementing Laboratory Management System best practices
Educational approach
- This training is based on both theory and best practices used in the implementation of a LMS
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies
- Practical exercises are based on a case study, including role-playing and discussions
- Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites
- A comprehensive knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025
- Comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles
Course Agenda
- Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025 and initiation of a LMS
- Day 2: Plan the implementation of a LMS
- Day 3: Implementation of a LMS
- Day 4: LMS monitoring, measurement, continuous improvement, and preparation for accreditation
- Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
- Domain 2: Laboratory Management System (LMS)
- Domain 3: Planning a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
- Domain 4: Implementing a management system based on ISO/IEC 17025
- Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring, and measurement of a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
- Domain 6: Continual improvement of a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
- Domain 7: Preparing for accreditation
For specific information about exam type, available languages, and other details, please contact us .
Certification
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 17025 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
| Credential | Exam | Professional Experience | LMS Project Experience | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in Laboratory Management | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in Laboratory Management | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Laboratory Management | Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include most of the following activities:
- Drafting a LMS plan
- Initiating a LMS implementation
- Implementing a LMS
- Monitoring and managing a LMS implementation
- Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
- Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed.
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.
