ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation - Training & Certification

Build a strong foundation in laboratory quality management with the PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation training course. This internationally recognized certification introduces the principles, concepts, and requirements of a Laboratory Management System (LMS) based on ISO/IEC 17025, the global standard for testing and calibration laboratories.

Designed for professionals new to laboratory management systems, this course explains how laboratories establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve management systems that support competence, impartiality, consistent operations, and reliable testing and calibration results.

After successfully passing the certification exam, you'll be eligible to apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation credential, demonstrating your understanding of laboratory management system principles and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Laboratory professionals
• Testing and calibration laboratory personnel
• Laboratory quality managers
• Quality assurance professionals
• Laboratory supervisors and technicians
• Individuals seeking a career in laboratory management
• Professionals interested in understanding ISO/IEC 17025 requirements

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the principles and structure of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
• Explain the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025
• Understand the relationship between ISO/IEC 17025 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Learn the methods and techniques used to implement and manage a Laboratory Management System
• Recognize the importance of continual improvement within laboratory operations
• Prepare for the PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation certification exam

Course Overview

This two-day training provides a practical introduction to ISO/IEC 17025 and Laboratory Management Systems.

Participants will learn about:

• ISO/IEC 17025 fundamentals
• Laboratory management principles
• Laboratory policies and procedures
• Quality management practices
• Performance measurement
• Internal audits
• Management review
• Continual improvement
• Laboratory competence
• Regulatory and accreditation requirements

Interactive discussions, practical examples, and knowledge checks help reinforce learning while preparing participants for the certification examination.

Educational Approach

The course combines theory with practical learning activities.

Training includes:

• Instructor-led lectures
• Practical examples
• Interactive discussions
• Knowledge checks
• Practice examination questions similar to the certification exam

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

No previous experience with ISO/IEC 17025 or Laboratory Management Systems is required.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Introduction to Laboratory Management System (LMS) concepts based on ISO/IEC 17025

Day 2: Laboratory Management System requirements and PECB Certification Examination

Certification Exam

The PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation examination fully satisfies the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program.

The examination evaluates two competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
• Domain 2: Laboratory Management System (LMS) requirements

After successfully passing the examination, candidates may apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation credential.

PECB Certification Requirements

What's Included

Your enrollment includes:

• Official PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation training
• Certification examination
• Examination fees
• Official PECB training materials (200+ pages)
• Practical examples and exercises
• Certificate of Course Completion
• 14 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits
• One free exam retake within 12 months if needed

Available Training Format

Self-Study

Study at your own pace using official PECB learning materials and practical exercises.

The self-study format includes:

• Official training manual
• Practical examples
• Knowledge quizzes
• Practice examination questions
• Standard documentation
• Flexible online learning

Ideal for laboratory professionals preparing for certification while balancing work and personal commitments.

Why Choose PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation?

ISO/IEC 17025 is the internationally recognized standard for testing and calibration laboratories. It establishes the requirements for laboratory competence, impartiality, and consistent operation, helping laboratories produce valid, reliable, and technically sound results while meeting accreditation and regulatory requirements.

The PECB ISO/IEC 17025 Foundation course provides an excellent starting point for laboratory professionals who want to understand laboratory management systems and quality principles. Whether you work in testing, calibration, manufacturing, healthcare, environmental science, pharmaceuticals, food safety, or research laboratories, this certification demonstrates your knowledge of internationally recognized laboratory management best practices and prepares you for more advanced ISO/IEC 17025 certifications.