Conformity assessment — General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons (Edition 3, 2026)

What is ISO/IEC 17024?
Certification of persons is one way of providing assurance that an individual meets defined competence requirements within a specific certification scheme.

ISO/IEC 17024 sets requirements for certification bodies operating certification of persons aiming to ensure these bodies operate in a consistent, reliable, and internationally recognized manner.

This document can be used for accreditation or peer assessment or designation by governmental authorities, scheme owners and others.

Why is ISO/IEC 17024 important?
In a global job market, organizations need confidence that certified professionals truly possess the required skills and knowledge.

ISO/IEC 17024 is the international benchmark for certification of persons. It builds trust in certification schemes, creates a level playing field and enables mutual recognition of certifications across countries and sectors, promoting workforce mobility and trust in persons competence.

The latest revision also addresses modern challenges such as AI-based assessment tools, ensuring that innovation does not compromise fairness
General information
Status : Published
Publication date : 2026-03
Stage : International Standard published
Edition : 3
Number of pages : 25

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