Course Description
The Certificaiton aims to help delegates increase their awareness of the standard and its application in differing inspection body environments with reference to ISO processes used for assessment and reporting purposes. Additionally, key differences between ISO/IEC 17020: 2012 and other accreditation conformity assessment standards used for accreditation will be highlighted where relevant.
ISO Consultants assist in developing a comprehensive QMS to meet all requirements of ISO 17020 and 3rdParty Accreditation Body Stage 1 Audit requirements. The Stage 1 Audit from ISO 17020 Accreditation Bodies vary depending on the selected Accreditation Bodies which verifies the documented system meeting all ISO 17020 requirements or not.
Detailed Learning Outcomes
By earning the Project Management Certification (PMC), candidates demonstrate the ability to:
Module Information - 1
- Awareness of ISO/IEC 17020:2012
- Steps for Inspection Body Accreditation Process
- ISO/IEC 17020:2012 Requirements
- ISO/IEC 17020:2012 Documentation
Module Information - 2
- ISO/IEC 17020:2012 Audit Process
- Audit Terms and Definitions and Roles and Responsibilities
- Performing an Audit
- Nonconformity and Corrective Action
Certification Validity & Renewal
The Project Management Certification (PMC) issued by GIPMC is valid for three (3) years from the date of certification award.
Renewal is designed to:
- Maintain professional credibility
- Ensure continued alignment with modern project practices
- Protect the long-term value of the certification
Renewal Process Includes:
- Completion of defined continuing professional development or knowledge refresh requirements
- Successful renewal assessment or verification, as applicable
- Submission of renewal application before certification expiry
Timely renewal allows professionals to retain active certification status without interruption.