ISO/IEC 17025 is the international gold standard for testing and calibration laboratories. It specifies the strict competence requirements needed to generate accurate, reliable, and internationally recognized results, which is critical for quality assurance, regulatory acceptance, and client confidence.=
Our Exemplar Global certified training provides laboratory managers, technicians, and quality professionals with a deep understanding of these requirements. Our courses, from foundational overviews to advanced assessor training, are engineered to help your laboratory achieve and maintain the highest level of operational excellence.
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Packed with video and more than 100 pages of handouts, this Exemplar Global-certified course teaches learners to set up and manage an audit program. Course participants will learn about audit techniques and requirements, as well as how to conduct opening and closing meetings.
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This is a high-quality, Exemplar Global-certified course that teaches staff how to audit their organization's ISO 17025 system. The course lasts 16 hours and is packed full of real-world examples and practical tips.
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This 24-hour course is aimed at staff responsible for implementing their organization's ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Management System. Training includes a comprehensive interpretation of the standard and its requirements, documented information, uncertainty measurement, decision rules, implementation techniques, and the steps needed to achieve certification.
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This introductory course is perfect for learners who need a solid understanding of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and the required documentation, as well as an overview of risk-based thinking and the steps typically needed to implement a Laboratory Management System and get certified.
Earning your professional certification in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is a strategic investment in laboratory excellence. It formally validates your expertise in the requirements for testing and calibration laboratories, making you a valuable asset to employers who need to demonstrate technical competence, ensure accurate results, and gain international accreditation.
This certification opens doors to advanced roles such as a Certified Laboratory Quality Manager or a Lead Assessor.
StandardsCourses is an Exemplar Global Certified Training Provider (TPECS). This means our courses and examinations meet rigorous international standards. Your certificate will bear the Exemplar Global accreditation mark, ensuring it is recognized and respected by organizations worldwide.
Which ISO 17025 course is best for complete beginners?
For newcomers to testing and calibration laboratories we always recommend the 4-hour Foundation course. It's ideal for complete beginners and will:
Should I take ISO 17025 online training at home or at work?
Up to you! Some learners prefer to take online courses at home, others do them in the office or laboratory, and share their insights with co-workers. The key takeaway is that each of our ISO 17025 training courses gives you the freedom to decide what's best suited to your needs.
How popular is ISO 17025 training?
The ISO 17025 standard is very sector specific and courses targeting it will never attract as many learners as training options for standards such as ISO 9001. But within their sector, our ISO 17025 online courses are popular training tools and consistently well received by those who take them.
How does ISO 17025 differ from ISO 17025:2017?
It doesn't. They're the same. The date appended to the standard, 2017, represents the year the standard was most recently updated.
As a general rule, ISO standards were updated every 5 years or so, but this seems to have changed. ISO 9001, for example, hasn't been updated since its 2015 revision; ISO 14001 is also still on its 2015 revision. Revisions have slowed down in frequency, we believe, since the standards have matured, achieved global recognition, and become more stable and relevant.
Costs may also be an issue that prolong the life of a standard. In some cases the costs for a large organization to upgrade to a new version of a particular ISO standard may outweigh any benefits the new version brings.
Why is ISO 17025 important
ISO 17025 is important because it demonstrates a laboratory's compliance with best practices and a commitment to accuracy, proficiency, and thoroughness. Any organization adhering to the standard's requirements will benefit in terms of both enhanced credibility and cachet as a reputable, forward-thinking employer.
In 2015, the United Nations introduced 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity. Becoming an expert in ISO 17025 empowers you to contribute directly to this global mission.
The skills you gain from our ISO 17025 training will allow you to help organizations make a tangible impact:
Goal 3: Good Health & Well-Being – Accurate testing is crucial for diagnosing disease, ensuring food and water safety, and validating the quality of medicines.
Goal 9: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure – Reliable calibration and testing data are the foundation of R&D, innovation, and building safe, resilient infrastructure.
Goals 12, 13, 14, 15 – Laboratories provide the critical data needed to monitor environmental health, validate sustainable practices, track climate change, and ensure responsible resource management.
