In the world of laboratory testing and calibration, accuracy, consistency, and quality assurance are critical. ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is the international standard that sets requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, ensuring reliable results and global acceptance. The LICQual ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor Certification is a USA-based, globally recognized qualification designed to equip professionals with the expertise to audit, assess, and certify laboratories in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.
This certification is ideal for quality managers, laboratory professionals, compliance auditors, and technical assessors looking to improve laboratory quality management and ensure accreditation compliance.
The LICQual ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor Certification provides comprehensive training on auditing laboratory quality management systems (LQMS), ensuring that testing and calibration laboratories comply with international quality standards.
By obtaining this certification, professionals will gain the skills needed to conduct audits, ensure laboratory accuracy, and lead accreditation processes in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
The LICQual ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor Certification covers:
- Understanding ISO/IEC 17025:2017 – Key principles, requirements, and applications in laboratories.
- Audit Planning & Execution – Methods for conducting internal and third-party audits of laboratory management systems.
- Testing & Calibration Competency – Ensuring laboratory procedures meet global accuracy standards.
- Quality Management & Risk Assessment – Identifying and mitigating laboratory quality risks.
- Audit Documentation & Reporting – Preparing professional audit reports for accreditation purposes.
- Real-World Case Studies – Hands-on training in laboratory auditing scenarios.
This course is essential for professionals aiming to become lead auditors in laboratory quality management and help organizations achieve ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.
Course Study Units
The certification program consists of structured study units, including:
- Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025 and its significance in laboratory operations.
- Understanding the requirements for management and personnel competence
- Calibration and validation of equipment and measurement processes
- Implementation of quality control measures and proficiency testing
- Documentation and reporting of test/calibration results
- Preparation for accreditation and audit processes
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, learners will:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements and their applications.
- Conduct professional lead audits for laboratory quality management systems.
- Assess laboratory testing and calibration competency for accreditation.
- Identify risks and non-conformities in laboratory processes.
- Develop audit reports and recommendations for quality improvement.
- Lead certification processes for laboratories seeking ISO/IEC 17025 compliance.
Course Benefits
- Globally Recognized Certification – USA-based and accepted worldwide.
- High-Demand Skillset – Increasing need for qualified auditors in laboratory accreditation.
- Career Advancement Opportunities – Work as a Lead Auditor, Quality Manager, or Technical Assessor.
- Practical Knowledge & Real-World Applications – Hands-on training in laboratory audit scenarios.
- Ensure Laboratory Excellence – Improve the accuracy and reliability of testing and calibration results.
Who Can Enroll in This Course?
This course is designed for:
- Quality Managers & Compliance Officers – Overseeing laboratory quality systems.
- Laboratory Technicians & Analysts – Ensuring testing and calibration accuracy.
- Internal & External Auditors – Conducting laboratory audits and accreditation assessments.
- Technical Assessors & Consultants – Evaluating laboratory competence.
- Regulatory & Accreditation Body Representatives – Monitoring laboratory compliance.
- Individuals Seeking a Career in Laboratory Auditing & Quality Management.
Future Progression & Career Opportunities
After completing the LICQual ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor Certification, professionals can:
- Work as ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Auditors for certification bodies, laboratories, and regulatory organizations.
- Advance to roles such as Quality Assurance Manager, Laboratory Accreditation Consultant, or Technical Assessor.
- Provide independent auditing services to laboratories seeking accreditation.
- Pursue further certifications in ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) or ISO 15189 (Medical Laboratories – Quality & Competence).
The LICQual ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Testing and Calibration Laboratories Lead Auditor Certification is a high-value qualification for professionals dedicated to ensuring laboratory competence, accuracy, and compliance. With this USA-based, globally recognized certification, you will gain the expertise to audit, assess, and certify laboratory management systems, helping organizations achieve ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.
