Career Details

Certified Weighing Technicians

Description

Certified Weighing Technicians have a broad range knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements of the industry, including installing, evaluating and servicing the customers weighing needs.

Certifying Organization

International Society of Weighing and Measurement

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Quality Inspector

Certifying Organization

American Society for Quality

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Weighing Professionals

Certifying Organization

International Society of Weighing and Measurement

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Weighing Salespersons

Certifying Organization

International Society of Weighing and Measurement

Type

A - Core

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