ASQ Certification


In today's world, where quality competition is a fact of life and the need for a work force proficient in the principles and practices of quality control is a central concern of many companies, certification is a mark of excellence. ASQ is the leading authority on career-boosting certifications for quality professionals, with more than 50 years of experience. Certification demonstrates that an individual has the knowledge to assure quality of products and services. Certification is an investment in your career and in the future of your employer.

ASQ’s first certification exam was held in 1968. Nearly 500,000 certifications have been granted since then.

ASQ currently offer offers the following certifications:

  • Biomedical Auditor (CBA)
  • Calibration Technician (CCT)
  • HACCP (Food Safety) Auditor (CHA)
  • Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
  • Master Black Belt (CMBB)
  • Pharmaceutical GMP Professional (CPGP)
  • Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • Quality Engineer (CQE)
  • Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)
  • Quality Inspector (CQI)
  • Quality Process Analyst (CQPA)
  • Quality Technician (CQT)
  • Reliability Engineer (CRE)
  • Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
  • Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB)
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt (CSSYB)
  • Software Quality Engineer (CSQE)
  • Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP)

Candidates take ASQ certification exams via computer-based testing at a Prometric testing facility where the test will be delivered via computer in a Prometric proctored, secure environment. Good news for our Section – there is a Prometric facility in Yakima, Washington.

Are you preparing to take an ASQ certification exam? ASQ also offers many resources that may assist you. Preparatory options range from public courses to e-Learning to self-directed learning to publications. Check the ASQ certifitcation website for more information. You’ll find a guide to help you through the process