ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation training enables you to learn the basic components to implement and manage a Laboratory Management System (LMS) as specified in ISO/IEC 17025. During this training course, you will be able to understand the different modules of an LMS, including LMS policy, procedures, performance measurements, management commitment, internal audit, management review, and continual improvement. After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation” certificate. A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, framework, and management approach.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for individuals involved in Testing and Calibration Laboratories Management; individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of Laboratory Management Systems (LMS); and individuals interested in pursuing a career in Laboratory Management.
Learning Objectives
Participants will understand the components and operations of a Laboratory Management System (LMS); acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 17025 and other standards and regulatory frameworks; and understand the approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and management of an LMS.
Educational Approach
Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples. Practical exercises include examples and discussions. Practice tests are similar to the Certificate Exam.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
The course covers two days of content and carries 14 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
It is available as self-study (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the PECB credential for this course. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Domain 2: Laboratory Management System (LMS)
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown on the table below.
The certificate requirements for the ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation are:
| Designation | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/assessment experience | LMMS project experience</th | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation | Pass the PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation exam | None | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to Laboratory Management System (LMS) concepts as required by ISO/IEC 17025
Day 2: Laboratory Management System requirements and Certificate Exam
