ISO 17025 Foundation

• Educational Background: No prior experience with ISO standards is required, though a basic understanding of laboratory operations or quality management will be beneficial. 

• Language Proficiency: Learners should have a good command of English, as course materials and assessments are provided in English. 

• Interest in Quality Assurance: Ideal for individuals responsible for laboratory management or quality control, or those preparing for ISO 17025 accreditation. 

• Understand ISO 17025 Principles: Gain a clear understanding of the requirements for laboratory accreditation and compliance. 

• Develop Quality Management Skills: Learn to establish effective laboratory quality management systems. 

• Prepare for Accreditation: Build expertise in preparing documentation and audits for ISO 17025 compliance. 

• Enhance Laboratory Practices: Acquire the skills to improve laboratory processes and ensure reliable results. 

The ISO 17025 Foundation Course is designed for professionals working in laboratory environments who want to understand and implement ISO 17025 standards. It provides foundational knowledge of quality management systems, equipping learners to support accreditation efforts effectively. Below are the individuals who will benefit from this course:

• Laboratory Technicians
• Quality Assurance Professionals
• Laboratory Managers and Supervisors
• Quality Control Specialists
• Regulatory Compliance Officers
• Auditors
• Training and Development Specialists 

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 17025 

• ISO 17025 
   

Module 2: Requirements of ISO 17025 

• Overview 
   

Module 3: ISO 19011 Relationship to ISO 17025 

• ISO 19011 

• ISO 17025 
   

Module 4: Scope 

• Overview 
   

Module 5: Normative References 

• Introduction to Normative References 
   

Module 6: Terms and Definitions 

• Overview 
   

Module 7: General Requirements 

• Overview 

• Impartiality 

• Confidentiality 
   

 Module 8: Structural Requirements 

• Overview of Structural Requirements  
   

Module 9: Resource Requirements 

• Introduction 

• General 

• Personnel 

• Facilities and Environmental Conditions 

• Equipment 

• Metrological Traceability 

• Externally Provided Products and Services 
   

Module 10: Process Requirements 

• Introduction to Process Requirements 

• Review - Requests, Tenders, and Contracts 

• Selection, Verification, and Validation of Methods 

• Sampling 

• Handling Test or Calibration Items 

• Technical Records 

• Evaluation of Measurement Uncertainty 

• Ensure Results Validity 

• Reporting of Results 

• Complaints 

• Nonconforming Work 

• Control of Data and Information Management 
   

Module 11: Management System Requirements 

• Options 

• Option A 

• Option B 

• General 
   

Module 12: Management System Documentation 

• Overview 

• Document Categories 
   

Module 13: Control Management System Documents 

• Overview 

• Primary Document Control Requirements in the ISO 17025 Standard 
   

Module 14: Control of Records 

• Overview 
   

Module 15: Address Risks and Opportunities 

• Overview of Address Risks and Opportunities 
   

Module 16: Improvement 

• Overview of Improvement 
   

Module 17: Corrective Actions 

•  Steps to Take Corrective Actions 
   

Module 18: Internal Audit and Management Reviews 

• Internal Audit 

• Management Reviews