Certified Quality Technician (CQT) Certification
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
A Certified Quality Technician (CQT) is a professional who supports quality assurance and control processes by performing inspections, collecting data, and analyzing results. They play a critical role in ensuring compliance with quality standards and improving product reliability.
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
- KnowledgeApply statistical process control methods to quality data using industry-standard software to monitor production processes.Developing
- Hands-onPerform product inspections and measurements using precision measurement instruments following standardized procedures.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze quality data to identify trends and nonconformances applying root cause analysis techniques in manufacturing environments.Developing
- Hands-onCalibrate measurement and testing equipment following calibration standards and documenting results accurately.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret quality standards and specifications to ensure product compliance with ISO and industry requirements.Developing
- MindsetSupport continuous improvement initiatives by engaging with cross-functional teams to enhance quality processes.Developing
- KnowledgePrepare quality documentation and audit reports following regulatory requirements and organizational procedures.Developing
- Hands-onExecute sampling plans and inspection protocols in production environments to verify conformance to specifications.Developing
- KnowledgeDistinguish between acceptable and unacceptable product characteristics using visual inspection criteria and measurement data.Developing
- MindsetCommit to quality standards and ethical practices when reporting inspection findings and maintaining product integrity.Developing
Skills developed through this program
- Apply quality concepts and tools to analyze processes and support continuous improvement efforts
- Interpret statistical concepts and capability measures to evaluate process performance in quality‑driven environments
- Manage measurement and test equipment to ensure proper control, maintenance, and calibration in operational settings
- Apply inspection concepts and techniques to assess product or process conformity within quality assurance activities
- Use quality‑audit components, tools, and techniques to evaluate systems in structured audit contexts
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence across organizational processes
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
A Certified Quality Technician (CQT) is a professional who supports quality assurance and control processes by performing inspections, collecting data, and analyzing results. They play a critical role in ensuring compliance with quality standards and improving product reliability.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
4 Years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Quality Technician Body of Knowledge.
Eligible funding programs
No funding information available.
Scholarships
No scholarships listed.