This practical and interactive three-day course will enhance the knowledge and understanding of how the business processes of laboratories can be improved by meeting the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
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Overview
ISO/IEC 17025 is the International Standard which accredited laboratories are assessed against, and this course will ensure delegates gain a sound understanding of the requirements of the standard, as well as how to apply them to their own roles.
Delegates who complete this training will be able to attend our free post-course drop-in sessions to support their learning. The hour-long virtual sessions run monthly and can be attended as many times as required to ask our training team any post-course questions.
Please ensure you read the minimum requirements for this course before booking to attend.
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Learning outcomes of this course
By the end of this course, delegates will:
- Understand the background to and requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 and its applicability to a variety of testing and calibration organisations
- Have the skills and knowledge to structure and document their laboratory quality management system
- Understand the steps to implement and/or manage accreditation against ISO/IEC 17025
Delegates who attend the course in full will receive a certificate of attendance once their invoice has been settled.
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Key topics
- History of ISO/IEC 17025 and Accreditation
- Structure & Format
- Organisation & Management Structure
- Impartiality & Confidentiality
- Resource Requirements
- Process Requirements
- Management Requirements
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Who should attend?
This course is designed for any individual responsible for quality or technical support activities relating to testing, sampling or calibration activities within their organisation. This could include:
- Laboratory Quality and Technical Managers
- Laboratory Technicians and Supervisors
- Those responsible for procurement of testing and calibration services
- ISO/IEC 17025 Assessors
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Minimum requirements
Delegates will be sent a pre-course exercise before attending and are asked to set aside approximately two hours to complete this.
Delegates will need access to the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Standard, either electronic or hard copy. Standards can be purchased from BSI or ISO.
UKAS Academy virtual courses are usually delivered via the Adobe Connect application. Download links for this free programme can be found within our minimum requirements.
Any additional requirements will be detailed in the joining instructions sent after a booking has been confirmed.
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Meet the trainers
All UKAS trainers are dedicated professionals with years of practical experience in their specialist areas. Many UKAS trainers have previously worked as Assessment Managers, giving delegates the benefit of their wealth of knowledge.
- Debbie Hudson
- Trevor Thompson
- Kayleigh Carr
- David Lowe
- Janice Haines
- Rhys Stephens
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Readiness Assessment Tool
Start your self-assessment against the expectations of ISO/IEC 17025 and find out how ready you are to apply.
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FAQs
Will I receive a ISO 17025 Awareness course certificate?
Once you have successfully completed the ISO 17025 Awareness course, you will receive a certificate of attendance as well as a digital badge which can be shared on social media to showcase your new skills to your network.
Will I need to take an exam?
Successful completion of the ISO 17025 Awareness course will require your completion of the pre-course work and your full attendance and active participation in the trainer-led session. Activities to check learners’ understanding will often be scheduled after key topics during the trainer-led session, but there is no final exam.
What are the minimum and maximum delegate numbers for an in-company ISO 17025 Awareness course?
We recommend a minimum of four delegates for the in-company ISO 17025 Awareness course. Some courses can have up to twenty participants. Please contact our Sales Team at [email protected] or call us on +44 (0) 1784 429018 to discuss your in-house virtual or on-site course requirements.
What are the benefits of the UKAS Training Academy?
- Courses are developed by UKAS, the UK’s sole national accreditation body with over 25 years’ experience in assessing to the standards.
- Dedicated training advisors to help find the best course or training programme for you.
- Trainers who are practicing Assessment Managers or Technical Assessors for UKAS, specialising in the standard they teach.
- Complimentary post-course clinic support for 12 months after course completion, with monthly access to UKAS trainers to address any challenges faced after the course.
- Leading virtual platform facilitating interaction throughout, including group exercises, quizzes and role play.
- In-company courses for multiple delegates, with options for either virtual or on-site delivery.
- eLearning modules for those looking for bitesize learning.
- UKAS Academy certificate and digital badge to share on your socials and add to individual training records for increased confidence in your competency.
What availability do you have on the ISO 17025 Awareness course?
Please contact our training advisors at [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1784 429018 to discuss the current availability of each course.
What are the costs for the ISO 17025 Awareness course and how do I pay?
- The trainer-led ISO 17025 Awareness course can be booked at £1560.00 + VAT per delegate with a purchase order number, and will be invoiced as soon as the booking is processed. The invoice can be cleared by BACS or card payment over the phone. The invoice value must be paid by the course start date.
- eLearning modules can be purchased online with a credit or debit card. If you are spending over £250 in a single transaction please contact our training team for additional payment options.
Do you provide post training support?
The ISO 17025 Awareness course price includes access to our post-course clinics, which are run virtually every month and are open to all delegates for a 12-month period after attending qualifying UKAS Academy training.
What are the minimum requirements of the ISO 17025 Awareness course?
The minimum requirements of the ISO 17025 Awareness course are:
- Access to a copy of the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard.
- Virtual courses will require the Adobe Connect application. Download links for this free programme can be found within our minimum requirements.
How is the virtual ISO 17025 Awareness course delivered?
The virtual ISO 17025 Awareness course is delivered using Adobe Connect. Links to download this free application, alongside the minimum requirements for virtual courses, can be found here. Our virtual courses are highly interactive and include group exercises, discussions and regular delegate participation throughout.
We strongly suggest you check you are able to download and test the Adobe Connect application prior to booking your virtual course. If you have any issues with the download or test, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected].
