Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
The Certified Quality Inspector is an inspector who, in support of and under the direction of quality engineers, supervisors, or technicians, can use the proven techniques included in the body of knowledge.
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
Exam Fee $460 Retakes $260
Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- Hands-onPerform dimensional inspections using precision measurement instruments following work instructions and quality standards under supervision.Developing
- KnowledgeApply statistical process control techniques to monitor product quality using industry-standard tools and software in manufacturing environments.Developing
- Hands-onCalibrate inspection and measurement equipment following established procedures and maintaining traceability standards.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to identify inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze inspection data to identify nonconformities and trends using quality control charts and analytical methods.Developing
- Hands-onExecute first article, in-process, and final inspections following sampling plans and inspection procedures in support of quality engineers.Developing
- KnowledgeApply acceptance sampling methods and lot disposition procedures to determine product conformity with specifications.Developing
- MindsetRespect quality standards and ethical inspection practices when communicating findings to quality engineers, supervisors, and production teams.Developing
- Hands-onHandle nonconforming materials and products following established containment and segregation protocols.Developing
- KnowledgeDescribe quality management system requirements and inspection documentation practices as specified in ISO 9001 and industry standards.Emerging
Skills developed through this program
- Apply technical mathematics concepts in solving inspection‑related problems across algebra, geometry, trigonometry, measurement systems, and numerical conversions
- Use metrology gauges and instruments to perform accurate measurements during inspection activities
- Apply inspection processes using GD&T, traceability requirements, and appropriate destructive and nondestructive testing methods in product evaluation contexts
- Optimize quality assurance by using statistical methods, SPC tools, and process capability indices in monitoring and improving process performance
- Apply quality audits, quality tools, and structured problem‑solving methods such as PDCA, DMAIC, and FMEA in continuous improvement activities
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
The Certified Quality Inspector is an inspector who, in support of and under the direction of quality engineers, supervisors, or technicians, can use the proven techniques included in the body of knowledge.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
3 Years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the Certified Quality Inspector Body of Knowledge. Candidates who have completed a degree from a college, university or technical school will have part of the three-year experience requirement waived, as follows (only one of these waivers may be claimed): Diploma from a technical, military, or trade school — two years waived Associate degree — two years waived Bachelor's degree — two years waived Master's or doctorate — two years waived
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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