ABI Certifications™ (American-Based International Certification) administers professional certification programs designed to assess role-based competence, professional responsibility, and applied knowledge across engineering, construction, quality management, inspection, auditing, and safety-critical operational environments.
All certification programs are governed under defined certification requirements and are intended to support professional credibility, employer confidence, and consistent certification outcomes.
Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
QA/QC certification programs are designed for professionals responsible for inspection, verification, quality planning, and quality management functions across engineering, construction, and industrial projects.
- Certified QA/QC Inspector (CQI™)
(Discipline-based: Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Materials) - Certified QA/QC Engineer (CQE™) (Discipline-based: Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Materials)
- Certified QA/QC Manager (CQM™)
(Construction, Infrastructure & Industrial Projects)
Inspection Certifications
Inspection certifications are intended for professionals engaged in independent inspection, production monitoring, and verification activities.
- Certified Precast Concrete Inspector (CPCI™)
- Certified Batch Plant Inspector (CBPI™)
- Third-Party Inspection Certification (Includes vendor, supplier, manufacturer, and site inspection activities)
Construction & Engineering Management
Construction and engineering management certifications support professionals responsible for planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of construction and engineering works.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM-CIP™)
- Certified Construction Superintendent (CCS-CIP™)
Auditing & Compliance
Auditing and compliance certifications evaluate competence in audit execution, conformity assessment, and quality system evaluation.
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead Auditor
Safety & Permit Systems
Safety and permit system certifications address competence in managing controlled work environments and safety-critical authorization systems.
- Permit-to-Work (PTW) Authorized Person Certification
- Certified Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Practitioner
Program Development and Additional Scope Requests
Where an institution or industry sector seeks authorization for a certification program or professional scope not listed above, proposals may be submitted for review.
ABI Certifications™ evaluates such proposals based on:
- Defined role scope and competence requirements
- Alignment with applicable standards and industry practices
- Assessment methodology and certification governance controls
Authorization, where granted, is subject to formal review and approval in accordance with ABI Certifications™ certification governance procedures.
Eligibility – Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Certified QA/QC Inspector (CQI™)
- Qualification: Engineering degree or technical diploma (relevant discipline)
- Experience:
- 1 year with an engineering degree
- 2 years with a technical diploma or equivalent
Certified QA/QC Engineer (CQE™)
- Qualification: Engineering degree or technical diploma (relevant discipline)
- Experience:
- 3 years with an engineering degree
- 5 years with a technical diploma or equivalent
Certified QA/QC Manager (CQM™)
(Construction, Infrastructure & Industrial Projects)
- Qualification: Engineering degree or Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) / equivalent recognized technical qualification.
- Experience:
- Engineering degree holders (or higher): Minimum 6 years of total QA/QC experience.
- DAE / equivalent qualification holders: Minimum 8 years of total QA/QC experience.
Inspection Certifications
- Qualification: Discipline-specific technical qualification
- Experience: 3–5 years relevant inspection experience (scope dependent)
Construction & Engineering Management Certifications
- Qualification: Engineering degree or technical diploma in construction, civil, mechanical, electrical, or related discipline
- Experience:
- 5 years (Engineering degree)
- 7 years (Technical diploma)
Safety & Permit System Certifications
- Qualification: Relevant technical or safety qualification
- Experience: Minimum 1-year operational experience in safety / PTW / JSA activities
Certification Validity (All Programs)
- Validity: 4 Years
- Renewal: Continued professional practice or reassessment
All certifications are issued exclusively by ABI Certifications™.
Training for ABI Certifications™ programs is delivered through Authorized Training Centers (ATCs) in accordance with defined certification governance and assessment requirements.