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:

September 18-21, 2025

Riverside Convention Center
3637 5th St, Riverside, CA 92501, USA

8am to 5pm

In-person class only

Cost: $4,750.00

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
Registration

Hotel Information

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
3400 Market Street
Riverside, California 92501

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Rate: $159
Book By: August 18th

72hr Cancellation Policy, $14.00/nt Parking Rate, Complimentary Wifi

Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown
3500 Market Street
Riverside, CA 92501

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Rate: $165
Book By: August 29th

24hr Cancellation Policy, $16.00/nt Parking Rate, Complimentary WiFi