Certification Overview

Elevate Your Expertise in ESD Risk Assessment – Become a Certified Process Assessment Engineer!
A person certified in process assessment will possess a foundational understanding of general process assessment strategies, specifically those covered during the training. However, this certification does not equip individuals to conduct assessments in every possible scenario. Practical, hands-on experience with real-world process assessments is essential and cannot be fully replaced by the training provided in this certification.
Who Should Consider This Certification:	Learning outcome/skill sets:
ESD Professionals and Process Engineers working in factory environments who are responsible for identifying and evaluating potential ESD risks. Individuals seeking training that extends beyond the scope of process assessment as defined in ANSI/ESD S20.20 particularly those interested in hands-on experience, measurement techniques, and applying Process Assessment Evaluation (PAE) in real-world settings. Those assigned to assess ESD risks within their organization and who require both the training and credentials necessary to perform effective process assessments. Individuals with prior experience in process assessment wish to deepen their expertise and broaden their perspective with additional techniques and considerations.	Develop a systematic approach to process assessment and troubleshooting, grounded in ANSI/ESD SP17.1 principles. Gain knowledge of advanced measurement techniques used in process assessment (PA). Understand key manufacturing processes, identify critical steps prone to ESD risk, and explore effective mitigation strategies. Acquire a foundational understanding of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Electrical Overstress (EOS), and relevant auditing methodologies.
Pre-requisites recommended (advanced topics):
3–5 years of experience in ESD Experience in basic ESD measurement techniques, for example, TR53 certification or equivalent knowledge
Classroom subjects
Motivation for process assessment Introduction to physical parameters ESD models of devices, systems, and boards and their relevance in the field ESD risk scenarios, process assessment flows, and overview of measurement techniques The in-person format, which will include demonstrations, exercises, and hands-on opportunities for students, is as follows: Determining the ESD robustness of devices and boards ESD assessment flow I – manual handling ESD assessment flow II – isolated conductors ESD assessment flow III – charged ESDS items ESD assessment flow IV – risk due to insulators ESD assessment flow V – ESD event detection Mitigation techniques ESD risk assessment flows for troubleshooting Examples of successful ESD risk assessment
Exam	Renewal
Written (multiple choice) exam Hands-on exam (assess a typical process) - one hour practical exam	Annual renewal required to maintain certification. $500 renewal fee. Other requirements TBA.

Offerings:

TBA!

Who Should Attend?	What You’ll Learn:
ESD professionals seeking to deepen their expertise Process engineers tasked with factory-floor ESD risk evaluations Practitioners ready for advanced hands-on learning in measurement and assessment techniques Anyone looking to move beyond the basics of ANSI/ESD S20.20	Systematic process assessment strategies per ANSI/ESD SP17.1 Advanced ESD risk measurement and mitigation techniques EMI and EOS auditing fundamentals Practical skills via live demonstrations and a hands-on exam
Requirements:	Certification Includes:
3–5 years of ESD experience and a foundation in basic ESD measurement techniques (e.g., TR53 certification)	Written multiple-choice exam One-hour practical assessment of a real-world process Annual renewal to maintain certification