Professional Competence in Laboratory Quality Management
ISO/IEC 17024 Personnel Certification — competence assessment (not a government licence)
About This Scheme
This scheme certifies professional competence for Professional Competence in Laboratory Quality Management aligned with ISO/IEC 17024:2012. Certification demonstrates assessed competency; it does not replace statutory licensing unless explicitly recognized.
Examination Method
Online proctored MCQ examination with optional centre delivery
Competency Assessment
- Written Examination
- Portfolio Review
Exam Domains / Syllabus
- Domain A — Fundamentals — 30%
- Domain B — Application — 40%
- Domain C — Professional Practice — 30%
Syllabus covers scheme-specific competence requirements including standards knowledge, risk-based thinking, audit/assessment techniques, ethics, and professional practice for Professional Competence in Laboratory Quality Management.
Recertification & CPD
Recertification every 4 Years. Requires CPD hours, ethics declaration, renewal fee, and continued professional practice evidence.
Appeals
Appeals against eligibility or certification decisions may be filed within 30 days via the candidate portal. Independent appeal panel reviews and issues written outcome.