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PECB Authorized Partner

As a PECB Authorized Partner, we combine official PECB training with professional experience. You will find the examination and certification requirements on each course page.

Certificates, accreditation and international recognition

Certificates, accreditation and international recognition

A well-known name alone does not tell you what a qualification demonstrates. Here we explain how to assess certificates and choose the right evidence of competence for your professional goals.

Understanding certificates

Attendance certificate, examination certificate or personnel certification — what is the difference?

An attendance certificate records participation. An examination certificate confirms an assessed learning achievement. Personnel certification assesses competence against a defined certification scheme, which may also require evidence of practical experience. The specific requirements are what matter. The word “certificate” alone does not indicate accreditation.

What does “accredited” mean, and who is assessed?

An accreditation body, such as DAkkS, confirms a certification body’s competence within a defined scope. ISO/IEC 17024 is the relevant standard for bodies certifying people. Other certificate programmes may follow different standards. Accreditation applies to the body within that scope; it does not automatically extend to every course or training partner.

How can I check whether my particular certificate is covered by the accreditation scope?

Check the exact issuing body, certificate title, scheme and validity. Compare these details with the official register and the schedule to the accreditation certificate. A familiar logo or a reference to “ISO” is not sufficient. If anything is unclear, ask the issuer to identify the applicable scope of accreditation.

Are ISO 9001, AZAV and ISO/IEC 17024 the same thing?

No. ISO 9001 concerns an organisation’s quality management. AZAV governs the approval of providers and programmes within Germany’s employment promotion system. ISO/IEC 17024 concerns bodies that certify people. An assessed quality management system or AZAV approval therefore does not automatically make a course qualification an accredited personnel certification.

TÜV, DEKRA, PECB and CQI/IRCA

Is my TÜV or DEKRA certificate internationally recognised?

The brand name alone cannot answer that question. TÜV providers and DEKRA offer accredited personnel certifications alongside other types of qualification. Check the specific scheme and its scope. Whether the qualification meets the requirements of an employer, a tender or a role abroad depends on the requirements that apply in that context.

What does PECB Authorized Partner mean, and who issues my certificate?

As a PECB Authorized Partner, we deliver PECB training courses. PECB decides whether to award a PECB qualification under its applicable process. PECB holds accreditations for specific programmes; their scope must cover the intended qualification. Partner status does not give EasyELEarning Academy its own ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation.

What does “CQI and IRCA Certified Training” mean?

This designation refers to a course certified by CQI/IRCA and delivered by an approved training partner. It is distinct from an individual auditor’s registration. Check the particular course in the official CQI/IRCA directory. A PECB partnership or a similarly named Lead Auditor course does not, by itself, establish CQI/IRCA course certification.

Am I automatically registered with IRCA after a Lead Auditor course?

No. Successful course completion provides evidence of training. Individual IRCA certification requires a separate application and fulfilment of the requirements for the grade sought. For Lead Auditor, these include documented audits and experience of leading an audit team. An attendance certificate alone does not replace successful course completion.

Choosing the right qualification

Does international recognition mean every employer must accept the certificate?

No. International recognition arrangements support confidence and comparability across borders. They do not guarantee unrestricted acceptance for every purpose. The requirements of the target market, an authority, a client or a tender still matter. Before booking, establish which specific qualification or evidence is required for your intended goal.

Are PECB and IRCA qualifications interchangeable?

You should not assume blanket equivalence. PECB and IRCA have their own schemes, requirements and registration processes. A meaningful comparison considers the exact qualification, subject area, demonstrated competence and client requirements. If IRCA evidence is explicitly required, confirm acceptance of any alternative with the organisation requesting it before proceeding.

Is passing an examination enough indefinitely, or must I renew my certification?

That depends on the scheme and certification grade. Professional experience, audit practice and other evidence may be required in addition to the examination. Maintaining or renewing certification may require evidence of continuing professional development and practical work. Before deciding, check validity, renewal rules and any ongoing costs with the issuing body.

Which qualification suits my goal, and what will I receive from EasyELEarning?

Do you want to build specialist knowledge, obtain evidence of competence or achieve a particular auditor qualification? Your answer helps determine the right course. We offer PECB programmes and our own Academy qualifications. Discuss the specific issuer, examination, prerequisites and, where relevant, accreditation scope with us. Academy certificates are not automatically accredited personnel certifications.

Good to know before you book

How do I find the right course?

Start by choosing your subject area. Each course page sets out the learning objectives, target audience, prerequisites, duration and formats. If you are choosing between levels, we can help you in a consultation.

Can I attend online or in person?

Choose from the available formats directly on the course page. Dates, teaching language and, for classroom courses, the venue are agreed before the course starts. Selected courses offer an additional four-hour exam-preparation option, which does not replace the full course.

Which certificates can I earn?

PECB courses prepare you for the relevant PECB examination. The credential available to you depends on the applicable examination requirements and, where relevant, experience requirements. Academy courses follow the completion requirements explained on their course pages.

Are the courses already AZAV-approved?

The AZAV approval process has been commissioned and is under way. Funding through a German education voucher requires the necessary provider and course approvals, as well as individual funding approval. Please confirm the current status of your chosen course before booking.

Is support available for self-employed people without employees?

KOMPASS can support suitable training for eligible self-employed people without employees. Contact an official KOMPASS advice centre before making a binding booking. We help you choose a course; the responsible body decides on funding.