Do I need to obtain the Foundation certificate of a particular course if I want to achieve the Master credential or does the Foundation exam suffice
Passing the Foundation exams will suffice for achieving the Master credential. However, if you want to have the Foundation certificate, you are eligible to apply for them.
September 3, 2021
What do I need to do to renew my Master credential
To renew the Master certificate, you need to submit the continuing professional development (CPD) credits and the annual maintenance fee (AMF). The foundation exams are required only for initial applications.
September 3, 2021
Can I obtain a Master credential without having Senior Lead Auditor and/or Senior Lead Implementer certificates
Yes. To be eligible to apply for the Master credential, you will need to pass the respective ISO Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer exam, and provide proof of relevant work experience. Detailed information regarding work experience can be found at the end of every training...
September 3, 2021
Do I have to submit a new application for the Master credential if I already am certified as Senior Lead Implementer and Auditor
Yes. For every new certificate that you wish to obtain, the certification application must be followed accordingly. Each PECB credential requires demonstrating relevant work experience and knowledge related to the certification field. Furthermore, each application is reviewed separately and requires to be validated based on...
September 3, 2021
Is a PECB Risk Management Master eligible to teach the ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager course, ISO/IEC 27005 Lead Risk Manager course and the four foundation courses
Yes. As a PECB Master in Risk Management, you are eligible to teach the abovementioned credentials. However, in order to be eligible to teach a PECB course, you need to become PECB Certified Trainer. For more details on how to become a trainer, please check...
September 3, 2021
Why do you require 15/10 years of experience in certification field for the ISO/IEC 27001 Master, meanwhile only 15/7 years for the Master in Risk Management
The reason why the ISO/IEC 27001 Master credential requires 15/10 years of experience is because it has a longer history of practice in the market.
September 3, 2021
What benefits and/or vouchers will I receive with my PECB Master business card
The benefits and vouchers are communicated to all professionals who possess the PECB Master credential individually.
September 3, 2021
How can I upgrade my PECB certificate
PECB Professionals can apply for a higher credential once they provide evidence that they fulfill the requirements for the higher credential. The PECB certificates can be upgraded online through your dashboard. Please follow the steps below: Log in to myPECB Dashboard https://beta.pecb.com/en/login; Go to the...
September 3, 2021
How does a PECB certificate downgrade
A PECB Certificate can be downgraded to a lower credential due to the following reasons: AMF has not been paid. CPD credits have not been submitted. Insufficient CPD hours have been submitted. Evidence on CPD hours has not been submitted upon request. The PECB Code...
September 3, 2021
Do I have to fill out an application if I want to upgrade my PECB certificate, or is it done automatically by the PECB system
All certified professionals who wish to upgrade their certificate will have to fill out the upgrade application form. Certificate upgrades cannot be done automatically. In order to upgrade to a higher credential, you are required to demonstrate your relevant experience that qualifies you for a...
September 3, 2021
Is there a fee to be paid if I want to upgrade my certificate
Yes. The upgrade fee is $100.
September 3, 2021
Do I need to upgrade my Lead Implementer/Auditor certificate to a Senior level before I apply for the Master credential
No. There is no need to upgrade to a Senior Lead Credential in order to apply for the Master credential. If you meet the requirements for the Master credential, you can directly apply for it.
September 3, 2021
Will my Senior Lead Auditor certificate be downgraded to the Lead Auditor or Provisional Auditor credential if I haven’t accrued the required 180 hours of relevant work experience
Yes. In case that you are unable to demonstrate at least 180 hours for your Senior Lead Auditor credential on triannual basis, you certificate will be downgraded to the credential for which you have fulfilled the maintenance requirements.
September 3, 2021
What certificate can I obtain if I do not meet the requirements for the Lead credential
PECB offers different certificate levels. In case you do not meet the required experience for a Lead certificate, you can check the requirements for an Auditor/Implementer/Manager level certificate. If you have limited work experience in the certification field, you can apply for our entry certificate:...
September 3, 2021
Can I apply for the Senior Lead credential if I currently hold the related Provisional certificate
Yes. If you fulfill the respective certification requirements for the Senior Lead credential, you can directly submit your application for a certificate upgrade. Upgrading from a Provisional Credential to a Senior Lead Credential will cost you $100. For more details regarding the certification requirements, please...
September 3, 2021
How do coupon codes work when scheduling a PECB exam
As there are fees for scheduling an online PECB exam and submitting a PECB certificate application, Resellers will provide course participants with coupon codes to waive those fees. PECB course participants are provided with coupon codes, which, depending on the event exam type, have various...
September 3, 2021
How can I create a PECB account
A PECB account can be created through the PECB website using the Register option located at the top-right corner of the homepage. Next, you will be redirected to the registration page where you will be asked to provide an email address that will be linked...
September 3, 2021
How to submit a training evaluation form and download the Attestation of Course Completion
On the Classroom Training Courses tab, you will find the list of training courses you have been enrolled in. The Attestation of Course Completion can be obtained after submitting the training evaluation form. To do so, click the Training Evaluation button and provide your evaluation....
September 3, 2021
How to apply for a PECB certificate
Under the Certifications tab on your Dashboard, you will find the Apply for Certification tab, there you can start your application for a new certificate. All the fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory and if these fields are not completed, you will not...
September 13, 2021
How to submit the AMF and CPD to renew a PECB certificate
As a PECB certified professional, you have an online profile to track your CPD and AMF throughout your 3-year recertification period. Once your recertification is complete and has been approved, your next 3-year recertification period will begin. CPD credits can be submitted at any time....
September 13, 2021