Why Should You Attend?
The ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer training course equips participants with the specialized expertise required to guide laboratories in meeting the standard’s requirements through the implementation of a quality control system based on ISO/IEC 17025. Throughout this program, attendees will develop a thorough understanding of Laboratory Management System (LMS) best practices in testing and calibration environments, enabling the production of reliable measurement results and facilitating the path toward accreditation and international recognition.
Upon mastering the essential concepts of Laboratory Management Systems, participants may sit for the examination and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” credential. This certification demonstrates practical knowledge and professional capability to implement ISO/IEC 17025 effectively within a laboratory setting.
Who Should Attend?
Professionals involved in testing and calibration laboratories
Managers or consultants seeking to master Laboratory Management System implementation
Laboratory technicians responsible for maintaining conformance with testing and calibration laboratory accreditation requirements
Individuals responsible for supporting testing and calibration laboratory operations
Technical experts preparing for testing and calibration laboratory competence assessment
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:
Recognize the correlation between ISO/IEC 17025 and other relevant standards and regulatory frameworks
Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques employed in the implementation and effective management of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Interpret ISO/IEC 17025 requirements within the specific context of the laboratory
Support a laboratory in performing testing and other operational activities effectively
Acquire the expertise to advise a laboratory on implementing Laboratory Management System best practices
Educational Approach
This training combines theoretical instruction with best practices applied in LMS implementation
Lecture sessions incorporate illustrative examples derived from case studies
Practical exercises involve a case study approach featuring role-playing scenarios and interactive discussions
Practice tests are structured to closely reflect the format and content of the certification examination
Prerequisites
Participants should possess comprehensive knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and a thorough understanding of implementation principles.
The course covers five days of content, with the certification exam on the fifth day, and carries 31 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.
Participants should possess comprehensive knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and a thorough understanding of implementation principles.
It is available as self-study (English, French). 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 Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
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 an accreditation
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.
The requirements for PECB Implementer Certifications are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | LMMS 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 to Laboratory Management | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing of 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 of 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 of the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include most of the following activities:
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
