Description

Requirements of ISO/IEC 17065:2012 for Product Certification Bodies

Master the International Standard for Credible Product, Process, and Service Certification

 

In today's global marketplace, credible product certification is essential for building consumer trust, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating international trade. The ISO/IEC 17065:2012 standard is the globally recognized benchmark for the competence, impartiality, and consistent operation of bodies certifying products, processes, and services. This comprehensive course is your definitive guide to understanding, implementing, and auditing against this critical standard. By focusing on practical scenarios and the requirements of the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), you will gain the expertise to manage a robust certification process that delivers confidence and adds value.

 

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Interpret the Standard with a clear, structured understanding of all ISO/IEC 17065:2012 requirements for certification bodies.

  • Understand Certification Schemes and their types as outlined in ISO/IEC 17067:2013.

  • Manage the Entire Certification Cycle, from application and evaluation to decision, surveillance, and recertification.

  • Plan and Conduct Effective Internal Audits and management reviews specific to a product certification body's operations.

  • Implement Robust Processes for managing impartiality, competence, and information throughout the certification lifecycle.

  • Prepare for NABCB Accreditation by understanding the specific requirements and application process.

 

Course Curriculum

The course is structured into digestible modules, designed for optimal learning flow:

  • Module 1: Introduction and Comprehensive Interpretation of ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Requirements

  • Module 2: Certification Process and Scheme Management (including ISO/IEC 17067:2013)

  • Module 3: Managing Impartiality, Competence, and Information

  • Module 4: Conducting Internal Audits, Management Reviews, and Managing Non-conformities

  • Module 5: NABCB Accreditation, Case Studies, and Interactive Q&A Sessions

 

Who Is This Course For?

This course is essential for professionals involved in the operation, management, and assessment of product certification bodies, including:

  • Employees and Management of Product Certification Bodies

  • Quality Assurance Professionals and Compliance Officers

  • Auditors, Assessors, and Technical Specialists

  • Product Managers, Engineers, and Regulatory Affairs Specialists

  • Consultants and Advisors in conformity assessment

 

Prerequisites

While there are no formal prerequisites, it is highly recommended that participants have a basic understanding of quality management principles and product certification concepts to maximize their learning.

 

Course Features & Included Materials

  • Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on exercises and scenario-based workshops to reinforce understanding of certification processes.
  • Expert-Led Sessions: Participate in dedicated Q&A sessions with experienced assessors and certification professionals.
  • Comprehensive Learning Materials: Digital Learning Materials and copies of ISO/IEC 17065:2012 and ISO/IEC 17067:2013 (For Training Purposes only).
  • Knowledge Evaluation: Gauge your understanding with Pre and Post-training assessments.
  • Certificate of Training: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.
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Enroll Today and Elevate the Credibility of Your Product Certification Body!

Invest in your skills to implement a world-class certification system that ensures integrity, meets international benchmarks, and instills confidence in your certified products, processes, and services.

 

For more information, please contact:

Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org or call +91 97735 00376.