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The PECB ISO 37101 Lead Implementer training course enables you to develop the necessary expertise to implement a management system for sustainable development in communities (MSSDC) based on ISO 37101, an international standard that aims at helping communities of all types and sizes become more sustainable and resilient. During this training course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the best practices used for the implementations of ISO management system standards in general, with a special emphasis on sustainable development as set out by the requirements of ISO 37101.
After mastering all the necessary concepts, techniques, and implementation approaches, you can sit for the exam and, if you successfully pass, you can apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer” credential. By holding this credential, you demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to help an organization implement an MSSDC that meets the requirements of ISO 37101 and you can help communities become more sustainable.
Participants attending this training course are required to have a general understanding of the ISO 37101 requirements, a general knowledge regarding the ISO management system standards, and the trends and approaches in sustainable development.
The “PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a management system for sustainable development in communities (MSSDC)
Domain 2: Management system for sustainable development in communities (MSSDC)
Domain 3: Planning an MSSDC implementation based on ISO 37101
Domain 4: Implementing an MSSDC based on ISO 37101
Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring, and measurement of an MSSDC based on ISO 37101
Domain 6: Continual improvement of an MSSDC based on ISO 37101
Domain 7: Preparing for an MSSDC certification audit
In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake the exam within twelve months following the initial exam for free.
*Note: This applies only to candidates who have attended the training course.
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies .
For more information about the certification, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies .
The requirements for PECB ISO 37101 Implementer certifications are:
Credential | Exam | Professional experience | SDCMS project experience | Other requirements |
PECB Certified ISO 37101 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 37101 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in sustainable development in communities or organizations | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in sustainable development in communities or organizations | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 37101 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 37101 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in sustainable development in communities or organizations | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential , given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme. For more detailed information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to the following link: https://pecb.com/en/master-credentials .
To be considered valid, the audit activities should follow best audit practices and include the following:
$1,000 Per Participant*
*Schellman assessment clients can enjoy professional training discounts.
Training content and exams are delivered through PECB:
https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/iso-37101/iso-37101-lead-implementer