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ASQ® CQA Certification Training

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The most complete, exam-focused prep for the ASQ CQA (2026 BoK). Video lessons, exam-style and case-based quizzes, and worked answer explanations across all five sections — auditing fundamentals through quality tools.

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Open-book exam

Open book doesn't mean easy. It means you need a strategy.

The CQA lets you bring references — but with 150 scored questions in 5.5 hours, plus 10–15% case-study questions with supporting audit documents, candidates who only plan to look things up run out of time.

This course builds deep command of the audit process and auditor competencies, and the downloadable slides become your fast, exam-day reference.

Under the clock
150scored questions to answer
5.5 hrstotal appointment time
45 / 150questions are the Audit Process — the heaviest section
Sound familiar?

Four challenges every CQA candidate faces

This course is built to solve all four.

01

The Audit Process carries the most exam weight

45 of the 150 scored questions come from Audit Process alone — planning, performance, reporting, and follow-up. The exam tests the sequence and judgment calls, not just definitions.

02

Case studies make up 10–15% of the exam

Scenario questions supported by audit documents must be interpreted under time pressure. Generic materials rarely train you to apply critical thinking to realistic audit situations.

03

No explanations for wrong answers

You need to understand exactly why the correct answer is right — especially for the higher-order questions that test evaluation, analysis, and judgment.

04

Studying alone leaves gaps

When you hit CAPA verification, sampling methods, or conflict-resolution techniques, there is nobody to ask. A study community keeps doubts from lingering.

What you'll master

Complete Body of Knowledge coverage

Mapped directly to all five sections of the 2026 CQA Body of Knowledge.

Differentiate audit types, purposes, and criteria, and apply the ASQ Code of Ethics
Plan and prepare audits: scope, criteria, logistics, sampling plans, and audit plans
Conduct audits: opening meetings, evidence collection, evaluation, closing meetings
Develop clear, defensible audit reports and manage CAPA follow-up to closure
Apply auditor competencies: conflict resolution, interviewing, and team dynamics
Manage audit programs: staffing, training, schedules, and program evaluation
Analyze the business and financial impact of audits, including cost of quality
Apply basic quality tools, Six Sigma DMAIC, and Lean tools to audit findings
Use basic statistics, sampling methods, and risk tools (FMEA, SWOT) in auditing
Pass all five sections of the 2026 CQA Body of Knowledge at the required cognitive levels
About the exam

Know exactly what you're preparing for

The ASQ CQA is a computer-delivered, open-book, multiple-choice exam.

165
Total questions (150 scored · 15 unscored)
5.5 hrs
Total appointment · computer delivered
Open
Book exam · bring your own references
5
BoK sections · all covered here
Course curriculum

Five sections. Complete coverage.

Every topic in the 2026 CQA Body of Knowledge — with video lessons, quizzes, and worked explanations.

I

Auditing Fundamentals

37 exam questions
Types of audits: product, process, system, integrated, remote
Auditor–auditee relationships: first-, second-, third-party
Purpose-based audits: CAPA verification, risk-based, compliance
Purpose and scope of audits and criteria
Roles, professional conduct, and the ASQ Code of Ethics
II

Audit Process

45 exam questions
Preparation and planning: auditor selection, logistics, sampling, audit plans
Performance: opening meetings, evidence collection, closing meetings
Reporting: findings development and effective reports
Follow-up and closure: CAPA process, verification, audit closure
III

Auditor Competencies

30 exam questions
Auditor and lead auditor characteristics
On-site resource management and logistics
Conflict resolution and communication techniques
Interviewing: question types, active listening, non-verbal cues
Team dynamics and stages of development
IV

Audit Program Management & Business Applications

23 exam questions
Program management: staffing, training, evaluation, best practices
Internal and external audit program management
Organizational risk and management review input
Business and financial impact; cost of quality (COQ)
V

Quality Tools & Techniques

15 exam questions
Basic tools: Pareto, fishbone, SPC, PDCA
Six Sigma DMAIC and Lean tools: 5S, kanban, VSM
Basic statistics and process capability (Cp, Cpk)
Sampling methods and terminology
Risk tools: FMEA, PFMEA, DFMEA, SWOT
Everything included

A complete learning system

Six formats to help you understand, remember, and apply the material.

Video Lessons

Clear, focused lessons covering every topic across all five BoK sections.

Exam-Style Quiz Sets

Multiple MCQ sets per section, written at the cognitive levels the exam demands — including scenario questions.

Answer Explanations

Detailed explanation sheets for every quiz. Understand exactly why each correct answer is right.

Downloadable Slides

All slides downloadable and print-ready — your organised, BoK-structured reference.

Certificate + 14 PDUs

A Quality Gurus Inc. certificate worth 14.0 PMI PDUs on completing the course and assessments.

Student Community

Ask questions on any topic and get answers from peers and the instructor.

Who it's for

You're in the right place if…

Internal and external quality auditors

You plan, conduct, and report on audits and want the most recognised credential in quality auditing.

Lead auditors

You manage audit teams and direct audits from planning through closure, and want a credential that reflects your full role.

Quality managers over audit programs

You manage internal and external programs, staffing, and evaluation, and want deeper credentialed knowledge.

Compliance and regulatory professionals

You work with CAPA, risk, and compliance and want a structured path to formalize your audit knowledge.

Exam re-takers

You have attempted the CQA before and need a more structured, practice-focused approach — especially on the audit process.

Professionals moving into auditing

You are transitioning from a technical role and want a complete foundation in audit fundamentals, process, and competencies.

Your instructor

Sandeep Kumar

Founder, Quality Gurus Inc. · ASQ Certified Quality Professional

Sandeep Kumar
ASQ Certified — CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE, CSSBB & more
40+ years of industry experience
350,000+ students across all courses
Top-rated quality instructor

Sandeep is an engineer, quality-management expert, and educator with over 40 years of hands-on experience in quality assurance and process improvement across multiple industries.

He holds multiple ASQ certifications and has trained over 350,000 students globally. His teaching philosophy: clear explanations, real-world examples, and exam-focused practice.

The audit process, auditor competencies, and case-study reasoning are taught with the clarity and structure the exam actually rewards.

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What students are saying

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“The Audit Process section is huge on the exam and this course broke it down step by step. The case-study practice was exactly what I needed. Passed first time.”

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Lisa H.
Internal Auditor, Manufacturing
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“The coverage of auditor competencies — conflict resolution, interviewing, team dynamics — was outstanding. The answer explanation sheets are worth the enrollment alone.”

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Robert C.
Lead Auditor, Pharmaceutical
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“You can't just look everything up in 5.5 hours. This course built the depth I needed, and the flashcards became my go-to review.”

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Quality Manager, Aerospace
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are the eligibility requirements for the CQA?
ASQ requires 8 years of experience in areas of the CQA BoK, with at least 3 in an auditing role. Education waivers can substitute for part of the general experience, but not for the 3 years of auditing experience. Full details are on the ASQ website.
Is the CQA an open-book exam?
Yes. You bring your own references, but with 150 scored questions in roughly 5.5 hours, relying on looking things up runs you out of time. This course builds deep comprehension so you know most answers outright.
Does this course cover the case-study questions?
Yes. Case studies are about 10–15% of the exam, presenting an audit scenario with supporting documents. Our quizzes include scenario- and case-based questions that build the same critical-thinking skills.
Which BoK version does this course cover?
The course is fully aligned with the 2026 CQA Body of Knowledge, the current version used for the ASQ CQA examination.
Do I earn PDUs and a certificate?
Yes. On completion you receive a verified Quality Gurus Inc. certificate worth 14.0 pre-approved PMI PDUs at no additional cost. Quality Gurus Inc. is a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP #6034).
How long will I have access?
You receive 365 days of full access to all course content, including every update during that period.

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