The delegate is assessed based on participation and performance throughout the duration of the course. This includes all exercises, role plays, case studies and all other activities during the course. Please note, full attendance is required during the training course.
There is a 2 hour written examination at the end of the course. The exam is closed book, however delegate is entitled to use only their copy of the International Standard (s) and/or dictionary if delivery language is not their native language. The minimum pass rate for the examination is 70%.
The “Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the requirements of the IRCA United Kingdom Examination and Certification Program.
The exam covers the following Competence domains:
Fundamental concepts and requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Laboratory Management System
Fundamental Audit Concepts and Principles
Preparation of an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 audit
Conducting of an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 audit
Closing an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 audit
Managing an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 audit program
The “Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor” exam is available in English languages and the duration of the exam is 2 hours. After successfully completing the exam, participants can apply for the credential of certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Provisional Auditor, Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Auditor or Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor depending on their level of experience. Those credentials are available for internal and external auditors.
A certificate will be issued to participants who successfully passed the exam and comply with all the other requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certifications and IRCA certification process, refer to IRCA Website on ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Auditor Certification. In case of failure of the exam, participants are allowed to retake the exam (Kindly contact BEMCON team for more details).
