ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Testing and Calibration Laboratories Internal Auditor
In today’s fast-paced and highly regulated industries, laboratories must consistently demonstrate accuracy, reliability, and technical competence to earn trust in their testing and calibration results. ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is the internationally recognized benchmark that outlines the requirements for laboratory competence. To comply with this standard, organizations require knowledgeable internal auditors who can assess processes and improve laboratory operations efficiently.
The Skillify ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Internal Auditor Course is crafted to provide participants with the skills needed to perform internal audits that align with ISO/IEC 17025:2017. The program emphasizes practical auditing methods, industry-approved practices, and structured approaches to ensure laboratories meet global quality standards.
This extensive training addresses both management and technical aspects of internal auditing under ISO/IEC 17025:2017. It is particularly beneficial for laboratory staff, quality managers, technical supervisors, and anyone responsible for maintaining or implementing laboratory accreditation systems.
Upon completion, participants will be able to enhance laboratory processes, support accreditation readiness, and strengthen organizational credibility through effective internal auditing practices.
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- Duration : 4 weeks (Self-paced)
- Certificate of Completion
- Mobile & Desktop Access
- Teacher : Michael Davis
Applicants for the Skillify ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Testing & Calibration Laboratories Internal Auditor Course must meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Educational Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as science, engineering, or technology. Advanced qualifications (e.g., master’s degree) may be required for specialized laboratory roles.
- Experience: At least 2–3 years of hands-on experience in testing, calibration, or laboratory management within an accredited lab. Experience with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and quality assurance is highly beneficial, especially for managerial positions.
- English Language Proficiency: Strong command of written and spoken English. Non-native speakers must demonstrate proficiency through recognized tests such as IELTS or TOEFL, or via an internal language assessment.
Unit Title | Credits | GLH |
Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 | 8 | 24 |
Management Requirements in Laboratory Quality Systems | 8 | 24 |
Technical Requirements for Testing and Calibration | 6 | 18 |
Conducting the Internal Audit | 6 | 18 |
Internal Auditing Principles and Techniques | 6 | 18 |
Corrective Actions and Continual Improvement | 6 | 18 |
1. Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025:2017
- Understand the purpose and scope of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
- Learn its core principles, structure, and benefits for laboratory accreditation.
- Identify differences between the 2005 and 2017 versions of the standard.
- Define key roles and responsibilities in laboratory management.
- Recognize the importance of impartiality and confidentiality.
- Understand document management, record-keeping, and risk-based approaches.
- Identify the technical prerequisites for compliance.
- Learn how factors affect the accuracy and reliability of results.
- Understand procedures for calibration, equipment verification, and maintenance.
- Apply concepts of measurement uncertainty and traceability.
- Set clear objectives and scope for internal audits.
- Plan, carry out, and report audits systematically.
- Evaluate compliance using structured audit tools and criteria.
- Understand the responsibilities of internal auditors.
- Apply essential auditing principles to ensure effectiveness.
- Use a variety of auditing techniques suitable for laboratory settings.
- Create practical audit checklists and templates.
- Recognize typical challenges and implement best practices.
- Detect and address non-conformities efficiently.
- Conduct root cause analysis for problem resolution.
- Foster continuous improvement in laboratory processes.
- Design effective corrective and preventive action strategies.
This course is designed for:
- Laboratory professionals working in testing or calibration environments.
- Quality managers and supervisors responsible for compliance and accreditation.
- Laboratory staff seeking a deeper understanding of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.
- Professionals aspiring to join accredited laboratories.
- Quality assurance specialists aiming to strengthen their auditing expertise.
- Engineers, scientists, and technicians engaged in testing, calibration, or measurement.
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Assessment and Verification:
All course units are internally assessed by the approved training centre and externally verified by Skillify. The qualification follows a criterion-based assessment system, ensuring learners meet all specified outcomes.
To achieve a Pass, candidates must provide valid and authentic evidence of competency. Assessors will maintain a transparent audit trail to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance standards.
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