Exam Domains
1 Define Phase (project selection, VOC, SIPOC, charter)
15%
2 Measure Phase (process capability, MSA, data collection)
30%
3 Analyze Phase (hypothesis testing, root cause analysis)
25%
4 Improve Phase (DOE, solution implementation)
15%
5 Control Phase (control plans, SPC, sustainment)
15%
Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatLinear (fixed-form, Pearson VUE or online proctored)
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name on ID must match registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- IASSC: 3-year renewal cycle; no CEU/CPE required — renewal is knowledge-based via a renewal exam or by retaking the full exam. ASQ: 3-year recertification cycle requiring 18 Continuing Development Units (CDUs); or recertification by exam. Both organizations require active standing with their respective bodies.
PrerequisitesNo formal prerequisites; training strongly recommended (recommended)
Retake PolicyIASSC: no mandatory waiting period specified; standard retake fee applies. ASQ: retake available at next scheduled exam window; retake fee is the same as the initial exam fee.