Certification
ASQ offers 17 certifications. Find the one that’s right for you.
Certifiably Improving Quality Professionals (PDF, 313 KB)
From the moment multiple ASQ certification holder and senior member Bill Hooper began tutoring his first ASQ Michiana Section pupil, he realized that teaching is his call to service in supporting the quality cause. Since 2005, Bill has taught certification bodies of knowledge to more than 80 individuals with a 95 percent pass rate. Through teaching others, Bill has become a better practitioner with his own process improvement project savings in the multimillions.
Taking Continuous Improvement Personally
Guan Hock Ong explains how he stays focused on the quality cause in a "quick-fix" world."
Serigraph's Universal Language of Quality and Sustainability (PDF, 321 KB)
Nick Leifeld of Serigraph has earned five ASQ certifications: CQE, CQT, CQA, CMQ/OE, and CSSBB. Serigraph sees certification as a way to ensure a common language for workers.
Opening A World With ASQ Certification (PDF, 342 KB)
While Marty Palczynski originally pursued ASQ certification to improve his position in a job search, it soon evolved into a journey of continued professional development and growth.
October 2011
A Broader View of Quality Through Certification (PDF, 561 KB)
Nancy Garcia, a senior engineering support technician for InfinityQS, is an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Software Quality Engineer. Not only did Garcia gain confidence from ASQ Certification, she also developed deeper insight into the quality field.
September 2011.
ASQ Certification: My Competitive Advantage in a Tough Economy (PDF, 361 KB)
This recent college graduate jumpstarted his career in healthcare by obtaining the CQIA and CSSBB certifications. Within two years after landing his first job, he received two promotions and tripled his salary.
September 2011
Jeff Balaban, general manager, business operations support services, information technology, Southern California Edison, holds three ASQ certifications. "They signify that I've reached a milestone in my professional development and attained a certain level of industry knowledge and experience," he says. Read the story
CQPA Provides Competitive Edge for New Grads
Brigham Young University statistics and quality science majors who earned the Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA) certification quickly found internships and full-time employment.
Read the case study
ASQ-Certified? Tell the World!
How have you used your ASQ certification to enhance your professional development or help your organization improve?
Submit your story for publication.
Lean Certification Program
ASQ has joined the SME/AME/Shingo Prize Lean Certification Alliance and will be working closely with them to guide the strategic direction and the administration of the Lean Certification program. Learn more.
Featured Certification
Master Black Belt Certification
Learn about ASQ's newest certification, the Master Black Belt – CMBB.
To Help You Prepare...
Popular Resources
From Quality Progress: Test Run (members only)
Free webcast: Certification Exam Preparation - Tips, Trips, and Traps
Search the Knowledge Center
Search more than 200 books, articles, and other resources on certification.

