Certified Quality Professional (CQP) Certification

🏅 QUALITY PROGRESS CERTIFICATION BOARD

Certified Quality
Professional

(CQP) — Level 2 Professional

Professional-level Quality certification — Globally Accessible, Optional Training Available, Digital Certificate Verification.
Validate your advanced Quality Management & Process Excellence competence through an independent certification examination.

Aligned with ASQ, ISO 9001, CQE, CQM, TQM Body of Knowledge standards

1. Globally Accessible 2. Optional Training Available 3. Digital Certificate Verification 4. Exam-Based Certification: 100 Questions 5. 2.5-Hour Limit 6. Direct Entry Available 7. 70% Passing Score 8. Certification Fee: USD 45 9. FREE Unlimited Retakes

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Certification Overview

Certified Quality Professional (CQP)

Level 2 — Professional. A rigorous certification and assessment of advanced Quality Management and process improvement knowledge. No training course required.

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1. Advanced Quality Management

Deep-dive into quality management principles and process excellence

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2. QMS & ISO 9001

QMS implementation, ISO 9001 requirements, and documentation control

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3. Process & Problem Solving

Process management, RCA, 8D problem-solving, and CAPA

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4. Auditing & Improvement

Internal quality auditing, risk-based thinking, and continual improvement

Certification: This is a certification pathway. Optional Training Available. If you already possess professional Quality knowledge and process improvement experience, Apply for Certification, pass the exam, and earn your CQP credential from the Quality Progress Certification Board — an independent certification body like ASQ and CQE.

Eligibility

CQP Eligibility Requirements

Direct Entry Available — Experienced Professionals Welcome. No mandatory prerequisites.

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Direct Entry Available

No prior certification required. Open to all quality professionals.

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Professionals Welcome

Ideal for those with quality management and process improvement experience.

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QMS & Process Focus

For practitioners implementing QMS, auditing, and improving processes.

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Exam-Based Assessment

Competency is assessed solely through the certification examination.

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Global Access

Available to candidates worldwide. Online proctored exam from anywhere.

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Lifetime Validity

Certificate valid for life. No renewal fees, no recertification required.

Ready to Get Certified?

The CQP is designed for professionals who want to validate their professional Quality management knowledge. Simply:

1. Review the Body of Knowledge below
2. Register and pay the certification fee (USD 45)
3. Take the secure online proctored exam (100 questions, 2.5 hours)
4. Score 70% or higher and receive your CQP certificate

No mandatory training. Direct entry available. Just demonstrate your knowledge through the exam.

Exam Syllabus

CQP Body of Knowledge

8 Training Modules | 100 Questions | 2.5 Hours | 70% Passing Score

1Advanced Quality Management Principles & Process Excellence14%

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1. Advanced quality management principles
2. Process excellence frameworks
3. Quality management maturity models
4. Strategic alignment of quality objectives
5. Leadership for quality excellence
6. Organizational performance management

2QMS Implementation, ISO 9001 Requirements & Documentation13%

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1. ISO 9001:2015 requirements in depth
2. QMS planning and implementation
3. Documented information control
4. Quality manual and procedure development
5. Context of the organization and risk-based approach
6. QMS certification and surveillance

3Process Management, Mapping & Performance Analysis13%

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1. Process identification and classification
2. Process mapping and flowcharting
3. Process performance measurement
4. Process analysis and optimization
5. Process interaction and interfaces
6. Process KPIs and dashboards

4Quality Planning, Quality Assurance & Operational Control12%

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1. Quality planning principles
2. Quality assurance frameworks
3. Operational control and monitoring
4. Control plans and inspection planning
5. Product and process validation
6. Operational risk management

5Advanced Quality Control, Inspection & Sampling Techniques12%

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1. Advanced inspection methods
2. Sampling plans and acceptance sampling
3. Statistical quality control techniques
4. Inspection and test records
5. Nonconformity identification
6. Measurement and test equipment control

6Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem-Solving & CAPA12%

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1. Root cause analysis methodologies
2. 8D problem-solving process
3. Corrective and preventive action (CAPA)
4. Fishbone and 5-Why analysis
5. Problem-solving team facilitation
6. Verification of effectiveness

7Risk-Based Thinking, FMEA & Supplier Quality Management12%

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1. Risk-based thinking principles
2. FMEA methodology and application
3. Supplier evaluation and selection
4. Supplier quality assurance
5. Supplier performance monitoring
6. Supplier development and partnerships

8Internal Quality Auditing & Continual Process Improvement12%

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1. Internal audit planning and preparation
2. Audit execution and evidence collection
3. Audit reporting and follow-up
4. Auditor competence and ethics
5. Continual improvement methodologies
6. PDCA and Kaizen application

Certification Details

CQP Exam Specifications

Everything you need to know about the Certified Quality Professional exam

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100 Questions

Multiple-choice and scenario-based across all 8 training modules

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2.5 Hours

150 minutes. Online proctored with identity verification

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70% to Pass

Score 70 out of 100 or higher to pass

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Secure Proctoring

Identity verification, question randomization, browser lockdown

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FREE Retakes $0

Unlimited retakes within 6 months. Completely FREE.

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Digital Certificate

Issued by Quality Progress Certification Board. Online verification.

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Quality Progress Certification Board

Your CQP credential is officially issued and verified by the Quality Progress Certification Board — an independent, globally recognized certification body, like ASQ and CQE. This represents verified expertise, not just course completion.

Certification Fee

CQP Certification Fee

Transparent pricing — pay for the certification and exam

$45

Certified Quality Professional Exam

1. Globally Accessible
2. Optional Training Available
3. Digital Certificate Verification
4. Exam-Based Certification: 100-Question Online Proctored Exam
5. Digital Certificate (PDF) with Online Verification
6. FREE Unlimited Retakes (within 6 months) $0
7. Issued by Quality Progress Certification Board
8. Lifetime Certificate Validity — No Renewal Fees
9. Listing in Certified Professionals Directory
10. Aligned with ASQ, ISO 9001, CQE, CQM, TQM Body of Knowledge

Apply for CQP - $45

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CQP certification

Is there any prerequisite for CQP? +

No. CQP offers Direct Entry. No prior certification, work experience, or training is required. Quality professionals are welcome.

Is training provided? +

Optional Training Available. The Body of Knowledge above serves as your syllabus for self-study. You may prepare independently using any resources you choose, or opt for training if available.

How difficult is the CQP exam? +

Professional level. Tests advanced quality management, QMS/ISO 9001, process management, RCA, 8D, CAPA, FMEA, supplier quality, and internal auditing. Requires solid practical knowledge.

What if I fail the exam? +

You get FREE unlimited retakes within 6 months. A 14-day cooling-off period applies between attempts. No additional fee is charged.

Who issues the CQP certificate? +

Certificates are issued by the Quality Progress Certification Board — an independent body, ensuring impartiality and global credibility.

Can I upgrade to CQC or CQE later? +

Yes. CQP is Level 2. You can progress to CQC (Level 3), CQE (Level 4), CQM (Level 5), and CQE Expert (Level 6) as you gain experience and knowledge.

Certification

Apply for CQP Certification

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Registration Received!

Thank you for registering for CQP with Quality Progress.

We will contact you within 24 hours via email with payment instructions and exam scheduling details.

Email: support@qualityprogressbd.com
WhatsApp: 1954-577058

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