ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Assessor

Why should you attend?

Testing and calibration laboratories operate in environments where accuracy, consistency, and technical competence are critical. This training empowers you to:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements

• Develop the skills to plan, conduct, and close laboratory assessments

• Apply evidence-based and risk-based assessment techniques

• Evaluate laboratory management systems with confidence

• Prepare for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Assessor” exam

Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, you will build the capabilities required to assess laboratory conformity and drive continual improvement.

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Professionals seeking to perform and lead laboratory accreditation assessments

• Managers and consultants responsible for laboratory compliance and quality

• Laboratory personnel involved in maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 conformance

• Technical experts preparing for laboratory assessment activities

Learning objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Interpret ISO/IEC 17025 requirements effectively

• Understand laboratory operations and management system principles

• Recognize the relationship between ISO/IEC 17025 and other standards

• Master assessment planning, execution, and follow-up techniques

Course agenda (5 Days)

Day 1 – Introduction to Laboratory Management Systems (LMS) and ISO/IEC 17025
Understand fundamental concepts, regulatory frameworks, and accreditation processes.

Day 2 – Principles, Preparation, and Launching of an Assessment
Learn assessment principles, evidence-based approaches, and stage 1 & 2 preparation.

Day 3 – On-Site Assessment Activities
Develop practical skills for conducting assessments, communication, and reporting findings.

Day 4 – Closing the Assessment
Focus on documentation, quality assurance, corrective actions, and internal audit programs.

Day 5 – Certification Exam

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Assessor” exam evaluates your knowledge across key competency domains, including laboratory management systems, assessment principles, and audit program management.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the exam, participants may apply for PECB credentials aligned with their professional experience and assessment activities.

General information

• Certification and examination fees are included

• Comprehensive training materials provided

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits awarded

• Free exam retake within 12 months (if required)

Course details, objectives, and certification paths are derived from the official training program documentation.