Introduction to Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)
Earners of the Introduction to Quality Assurance and Quality Control credential have demonstrated proficiency on key principles required for a position in a QA/QC role or analytical, biosafety, clinical, or production lab. The online and hands-on laboratory curriculum provides theoretical context and applied training on quality control basics, calculations and statistics, and QA/QC math. Competency is assessed via a combination of written examinations and hands-on demonstration of the skills.
- Type Certification
- Level Foundational
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Learners are trained using industry-standard methods and experiments to gain familiarity and competence with key techniques, instruments and equipment. The course leverages remote learning innovations including synchronous and asynchronous laboratory training with faculty and graduate assistants. Upon completion of the online modules, learners are trained and assessed on key industry competencies through facilitated, hands-on learning both at home and in a traditional laboratory setting.
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Learners are assessed via a lab practical exam that evaluates the learners' competency on each skill. In order to earn the digital credential, learners must score at least 80% on each skill assessed.