Certification

General Information

The American Society for Quality offers certifications to formally recognize an individual’s knowledge of quality theory and techniques.

A certification is peer recognition that an individual has demonstrated a proficiency in and comprehension of a particular quality area at a specific point in time.

ASQ certification is awarded to those who meet three criteria:
Candidates must:

Have a specified level of education and/or experience
Provide proof of professionalism
Pass a standardized examination in the certification area

To find more information about ASQ certifications please visit National ASQ.

Exam Information

Individuals seeking certification must complete an application and send it to ASQ Headquarters for review and approval.

Examinations are scheduled several times during the year by ASQ HQ. Applications are typically due about 8 weeks prior to the examination date.

Schedules and deadlines are published in the Section newsletter, or can be obtained from the HQ website.

Applications and certification information brochures can be obtained by visiting the HQ website, or by calling 1-800-248-1946.

2010 Examination Dates

The examination dates for 06/05/2010 are as follows:

Certified Quality Auditor: (CQA)
Certified Software Quality Engineer: (CSQE)
Certified Quality Improvement Associate: (CQIA)
Certified Quality Engineer: (CQE)
Certified Six- Sigma Green Belt: (CSSGB)

MN ASQ Exam Locations

Examinations sites and proctors are provided by the Section. Once approved, the prospective exam candidate will be given test site location and seating information. Individuals can also sit for exams at various national conferences and some local conferences. All exam locations will be on the St. Thomas campus. Exact locations will be announced prior to each exam date. Contact ASQ HQ www.asq.org or the Section office for more information.

MN ASQ Proctors