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ISO/IEC 17024 Personnel Certification
Accredited Certification of Professional Competence
Certification to ISO/IEC 17024, accredited by EGAC, for management system auditors and for energy, sustainability, GHG and BIM professionals. A credential that employers and clients can verify at any time.
- Accredited by EGAC to ISO/IEC 17024
- Two schemes, 37 certifications
- Examinations in person or online
Member of Dubai SME
- Accredited by EGAC, Schedule No. 0826002B
- ISO/IEC 17024
- Accredited certifications in two schemes
- 37
- Written examination and oral interview
- In person or online
- Every certified person listed in the public register
- Verifiable
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Accreditation
Accredited by EGAC, Schedule of Accreditation No. 0826002B
Personnel Certification · ISO/IEC 17024
Two certification schemes for persons, first accredited on 13 July 2026 and valid to 12 July 2030: the management lead auditors, auditors and internal auditors scheme (GQCL-MLA-SM-001) for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, ISO 50001, ISO 22301, ISO 37001, ISO 37301 and ISO/IEC 27001; and the energy and sustainability international personnel certification scheme (GQCL-CESE-SM-001), covering ten professional designations in energy, sustainability, construction, manufacturing and solid waste.
Accreditation details
Schedule No. 0826002B
What it is
Certification of competence, distinct from training
Personnel certification confirms, through independent assessment, that a person meets the requirements of a published certification scheme.
Training certificate
Confirms attendance
- Issued by the training provider
- Usually based on attendance
- No independent assessment
- Often difficult to verify
- No ongoing requirements
GQCL personnel certification
Confirms competence
- Issued by an accredited certification body
- Based on eligibility and impartial examination
- Assessed against a published scheme
- Verifiable online by anyone
- Maintained through CPD and renewal
Accredited schemes
Two schemes accredited by EGAC
Both schemes are accredited to ISO/IEC 17024 under Schedule of Accreditation No. 0826002B, valid to 12 July 2030.
GQCL-MLA-SM-001: Management lead auditors, auditors and internal auditors certification scheme
GQCL-CESE-SM-001: Energy and sustainability international personnel certification scheme
Standards covered (GQCL-MLA-SM-001)
- ISO 9001 Quality management systems
- ISO 14001 Environmental management systems
- ISO 45001 Occupational health and safety management systems
- ISO 22000 Food safety management systems
- ISO 50001 Energy management systems
- ISO 22301 Business continuity management systems
- ISO 37001 Anti-bribery management systems
- ISO 37301 Compliance management systems
- ISO/IEC 27001 Information security management systems
Certifications in this scheme (GQCL-CESE-SM-001)
- Energy Expert, Civil and Industrial
- Energy Auditor Professional
- ESG and Sustainability Professional
- Sustainable Project Manager
- GHG Inventory and Reporting Professional
- GHG Verification Professional
- Climate Compliance Specialist
- Carbon Removal and Carbon Farming (CRCF) Specialist
- BIM Manager
- BIM Coordinator
| Scheme code | Sector | Assessment | Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| GQCL-MLA-SM-001 | Management systems | Written examination and oral interview, taken in person or online | Internal auditor, auditor and lead auditor |
| GQCL-CESE-SM-001 | Energy, sustainability, civil, building, construction and infrastructure, manufacturing and industry, and solid waste | Written examination, practical verification assignment and oral interview, taken in person or online | Level 2 |
Certifications
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- Management system auditing · GQCL-MLA-SM-001Management System Lead AuditorProfessionals who plan and lead management system audits and manage audit teams, in first, second and third party audits.View certification
- Management system auditing · GQCL-MLA-SM-001Management System AuditorProfessionals who conduct management system audits as members of an audit team.View certification
- Management system auditing · GQCL-MLA-SM-001Management System Internal AuditorPersonnel who carry out internal audits of their own organisation's management system.View certification
- Energy · GQCL-CESE-SM-001Energy Expert, Civil and IndustrialEngineers and specialists who assess and improve energy performance in buildings, infrastructure and industrial facilities.View certification
- Energy · GQCL-CESE-SM-001Energy Auditor ProfessionalProfessionals who plan and conduct energy audits and report energy saving opportunities.View certification
- Sustainability and ESG · GQCL-CESE-SM-001ESG and Sustainability ProfessionalProfessionals who manage environmental, social and governance performance and sustainability reporting.View certification
- Sustainability and ESG · GQCL-CESE-SM-001Sustainable Project ManagerProject managers who integrate sustainability requirements into the planning and delivery of projects.View certification
- GHG and climate · GQCL-CESE-SM-001GHG Inventory and Reporting ProfessionalProfessionals who quantify and report organisational greenhouse gas emissions and removals.View certification
- GHG and climate · GQCL-CESE-SM-001GHG Verification ProfessionalProfessionals who validate and verify greenhouse gas statements for organisations and projects.View certification
- GHG and climate · GQCL-CESE-SM-001Climate Compliance SpecialistSpecialists who manage an organisation's compliance with climate regulations, reporting duties and carbon market requirements.View certification
- GHG and climate · GQCL-CESE-SM-001Carbon Removal and Carbon Farming (CRCF) SpecialistSpecialists in carbon removal activities, carbon farming and the quantification of removals.View certification
- BIM and construction · GQCL-CESE-SM-001BIM ManagerProfessionals who manage building information modelling processes, standards and information delivery on projects.View certification
- BIM and construction · GQCL-CESE-SM-001BIM CoordinatorProfessionals who coordinate models and information between disciplines on BIM projects.View certification
How it works
The path to certification
The same steps apply to every certification.
- Step 01
Application
Select your certification and submit your application with supporting evidence.
- Step 02
Eligibility review
Education, experience and prerequisites are verified against the scheme.
- Step 03
Examination
A written examination and oral interview, with a practical verification assignment where the scheme requires.
- Step 04
Certification decision
An independent decision, followed by your certificate and register entry.
- Step 05
Maintenance and renewal
Annual confirmation, CPD and renewal keep your certification current.
Employers and clients can confirm a person's scheme, grade and certificate status.
FAQ
Personnel certification questions
What is ISO/IEC 17024?
ISO/IEC 17024 is the international standard specifying requirements for bodies that certify persons. It requires certification to be based on a published scheme, a valid and reliable examination, and impartial decision making.
Is GQCL personnel certification accredited?
Yes. GQCL is accredited by EGAC, the Egyptian Accreditation Council, as a certification body for persons to ISO/IEC 17024, under Schedule of Accreditation No. 0826002B, first issued on 13 July 2026 and valid to 12 July 2030. EGAC is a signatory to the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement for the certification of persons.
Which certifications does the accreditation cover?
The management system auditor scheme (GQCL-MLA-SM-001) certifies internal auditors, auditors and lead auditors for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, ISO 50001, ISO 22301, ISO 37001, ISO 37301 and ISO/IEC 27001. The energy and sustainability scheme (GQCL-CESE-SM-001) certifies ten designations, from energy auditor and ESG professional to GHG verification professional and BIM manager.
How is the examination conducted?
Auditor certifications are assessed by written examination and oral interview. Energy and sustainability certifications add a practical verification assignment. Examinations may be taken in person or online under controlled conditions.
Do I need to attend a training course first?
It depends on the certification. Where training is a prerequisite, it may be completed with any recognised provider. Candidates are never required to train with GQCL, and examination is kept separate from any training.
Can my employer apply on my behalf?
Yes. Employers may sponsor individual candidates or certify entire teams. The certificate is always issued to the individual and remains valid if they change employer.
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