The Meaning of Personal Certification
Personal Certification is a formal recognition, which states that the individual has proficiency within, and a comprehension of, a specified body of knowledge. Certification is a vital component of every professional as it provides evidence that certified professionals hold standardized competencies based on best practices. Certification can also serve as documented evidence of a professional’s qualifications, competencies, and experience.
Certifying the Knowledge of Individuals
The purpose of certification of persons is to measure the competence of individuals. Competence is defined as the ability to apply knowledge and skills to achieve intended results and can be independent of qualification.
Certification - Your Key to Success
Benefits of Having a Certification.
The benefits of having Personal Certification include the following:
Scope of Certification
The scope of the certification scheme is a description of the range and boundaries that apply. It informs the certified person and other interested parties of the nature and limits of the certification.
Your PECB Certification is your Credibility!
Professional certification is a document of education, validation, and recognition. But more than that, certifications such as the ones provided by PECB show that you are a driven individual who is committed to your profession. More importantly, it shows that you have gained validated skills and knowledge.
No matter if you are just beginning your journey or already have a successful career in the field of ISO standards and other regulatory frameworks, PECB certification heightens your career path and ensures greater success in your chosen profession.
Our certifications help you execute your tasks and serve as reliable evidence that you have met the minimum requirements for professional and ethical behavior while also aiding you to achieve and manage all aspects of your work more effectively.
An investment that is certainly worthwhile of your time and resources — because a continuous thirst for knowledge translates into a thriving business and professional development.
The PECB Certification Process is Simple:
- Select the right scheme certification for you
- Attend the training course of your choice
- Prepare, schedule and pass the exam
- Apply and get certified and maintain your certification
| EXAM | CREDENTIALS | PROFESSIONAL EXPERTICE | AUDIT EXPERIENCE | PROJECT EXPERIENCE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATION | Foundation | None | None | None |
| LEAD MANAGER | Provisional Manager | None | None | None |
| Manager | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | None | 200 hours | |
| Lead Manager | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | None | 300 hours | |
| Senior Lead Manager | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | None | 1,000 hours | |
| LEAD AUDITOR | ||||
| Provisional Auditor | None | None | None | |
| Auditor | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | 200 hours | None | |
| Lead Auditor | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | 300 hours | None | |
| Senior Lead Auditor | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | 1,000 hours | None | |
| LEAD IMPLEMENTER | ||||
| Provisional Implementer | None | None | None | |
| Implementer | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | None | 200 hours | |
| Lead Implementer | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | None | 300 hours | |
| Senior Lead Implementer | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | None | 1,000 hours | |
| LEAD AUDITOR AND LEAD IMPLEMENTER (4 ADDITIONAL FOUNDATION EXAMS) | Master | 15 years (10 in the specialized field) | 700 hours | 700 hours |
MASTER CREDENTIALS
PECB certifications are a stamp of excellence!
The PECB Master Credential is the crown jewel of our Personnel Certification Programs. This credential is awarded to PECB Certified Professionals who have a wealth of experience and have demonstrated valuable skills and made a major contribution in their field of expertise.
With this credential, we celebrate the highest potential of individuals who have left their footprint and demonstrated particular proficiency, knowledge, and professionalism in their specific role or profession.
All individuals are eligible to apply for this credential, provided that they satisfy the criteria of each scheme.
GAIN PROFESSIONAL CREDIBILITY BY MAINTAINING YOUR CERTIFICATION
With PECB, you do not just gain recognition; you move beyond that.
In an increasingly competitive global business landscape, being certified represents credible excellence and commitment to understanding and excelling in your profession. As technologies evolve and you move forward, so must your skills and experience. Maintaining your certification is the best means for ensuring that certified individuals can continue to achieve these objectives and demonstrate them every day in their jobs.
For additional information, you can read the Certification Maintenance Policy. Demonstrate Commitment and Recognition Maintaining your certification is a demonstration of recognition of competency, commitment to professionalism and continued learning, and engagement in professional development. These can help you enhance your credibility and prestige, especially when pursuing new business opportunities.
Increase Career Opportunities Maintaining your certification will give you an advantage during the hiring process and help you differentiate yourself from others. Uphold the professional credentials you worked hard for by maintaining the certification and always distinguish yourself from the competition!
Increase Earning Potential
Just as much as maintaining your certification improves your marketability, it will increase your earning potential as well. Continuously maintaining your certification is proof of your professional persistence and that you are working consistently towards professional development. Increase your chances for better earning!
Stay Up to Date
By constantly acquiring knowledge on new techniques, methodologies, standards, and technology in your industry, you can prove that you are constantly up to date with the latest trends and are using this information to hone your strategies and work habits.
Stay Up to Date
By constantly acquiring knowledge on new techniques, methodologies, standards, and technology in your industry, you can prove that you are constantly up to date with the latest trends and are using this information to hone your strategies and work habits.
Do You Have More than 5 Certifications with PECB?
PECB has developed an Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) discount program for candidates who have obtained more than five certifications with PECB. For example, if a candidate has eight certifications, they will be required to pay the AMFs only for the five certifications in a cycle. For all the other certifications in that cycle, the AMF is omitted.
Go beyond your field of study!
Our different training courses:
| MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TRAINING COURSES | WHO SHOULD ATTEND | |
|---|---|---|
| INTRODUCTION | Individuals who wish to gain or expand their knowledge on the relevant standard or field | 1 DAY |
| FOUNDATION | Individuals who wish to learn the basics of implementing a management system and its processes | 2 DAYS |
| LEAD IMPLEMENTER | Individuals responsible for the implementation and management of a management system in their company | 5 DAYS |
| LEAD AUDITOR | Individuals responsible for auditing and monitoring management systems | 5 DAYS |
| MANAGER TRAINING COURSES | WHO SHOULD ATTEND |
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| INTRODUCTION | Individuals who wish to get introduced to the associated standard or field | 1 DAY |
| FOUNDATION | Individuals who wish to study the fundamentals of the processes and procedures in the related field or standard | 2 DAYS |
| MANAGER | Managers in the relevant field who wish to develop the skills and knowledge to carry out and implement processes, approaches, and techniques for different programs, plans, strategies, etc. | 3 DAYS |
| LEAD MANAGER | Managers in the relevant field who wish to assess, manage, or maintain plans, assessments, frameworks, programs, or the like, and develop their management expertise | 5 DAYS |
| NON-ISO TRAINING COURSES | WHO SHOULD ATTEND |
|
| INTRODUCTION | Individuals who wish to get introduced to the associated field | 1 DAY |
| FOUNDATION | Individuals who wish to study the foundations of the associated field and its related processes | 2 DAYS |
| MANAGER | Managers in the relevant field who wish to gain knowledge on the fundamental principles and concepts of a management program | 3 DAYS |
| LEAD MANAGER | Managers in the relevant field who wish to develop their skills and knowledge in the associated field and improve their management expertise | 5 DAYS |