IPC Certified Courses

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IPC training courses lead to the issuance of the relevant certification (Certified IPC Trainer, Certified Standards Expert, or Certified IPC Specialist, depending on the training level selected), which is recognized worldwide within the industry in which one operates, not only for the individual participant but also for their company.

Why choose our IPC Courses?

As a Certified Training Center, GESTLABS offers excellence in IPC-branded training courses. Our training staff not only hold the “Master IPC Trainer” qualification, but are first and foremost process specialists with years of direct field experience. This dual nature allows us to combine the rigor of international standards with a practical, hands-on perspective, essential for tackling the everyday challenges of electronics manufacturing.

The courses follow a standardized program, divided into several modules, culminating in a final exam. The training sessions, and the resulting certification, give participants recognition and value acknowledged by all players operating within the electronics industry. The program provides for the certification to expire 2 years after its issue date, with the option to proceed with its renewal.

List of IPC Courses

The courses are organized directly by GESTLABS, which supports clients in selecting the most suitable path for the professional roles to be trained and for company objectives. Once the training plan has been defined, the sessions are held by GESTLABS instructors who, in addition to being certified as “Master IPC Trainer,” are process specialists with many years of field experience. Depending on the type of course, it is possible to choose the training level best suited to your needs from those listed below.

CITs can be:

Employees of companies who train only within their own company.
Faculty members of educational and training institutions, such as technical institutes or vocational schools.
Members of an authorized training center when that person has not yet met the criteria to become an MIT.
Independent consultants working with a variety of companies.
Trainers of CIS or CID courses for any organization wishing to provide such training, in accordance with the policies and procedures defined by IPC.

The Certified Standards Expert (CSE) is a professional with a high level of knowledge and understanding of a specific IPC standard or group of standards. The role of the CSE can vary depending on the organization.

CIS training and certification are suitable for individual personnel who will benefit from the practical application of the criteria in a standard. Line operators, production engineers, and quality engineers will find this training and certification useful for their expertise in the electronics industry.

IPC A-600 course | Acceptability of Printed Boards
Training levels: CIS - CSE - CIT | IPC-A-600 is the industry reference standard for the acceptance of bare (unpopulated) printed circuit boards.
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IPC A-610 course | Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
Training levels: CIS - CSE - CIT | IPC-A-610 is the most widely used industry standard in the world, the absolute reference for requirements related to mechanical fastenings and soldered connections in both PTH and SMT technology.
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IPC/WHMA A-620 course | Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
IPC/WHMA-A-620 is the industry reference standard for the manufacture and acceptance of cable and wire harness assemblies; it identifies the acceptability requirements related to wire and cable terminations.
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IPC/J-STD-001 course | Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
IPC J-STD-001 defines the materials, methods, and verification criteria for producing high-quality solder connections. IPC J-STD-001 certification attests to the ability to produce high-quality products.
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IPC 7711/7721 Course | Rework, Modification, and Repair of Electronic Assemblies
Training Levels: CIS - CSE - CIT | The IPC 7711/7721 standard "Rework, Repair and Modification of Electronic Assemblies" provides guidelines for the removal and replacement of electronic components and for the repair of printed circuit boards.
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IPC Designer Certification CID Course (Certified Interconnect Designer)
This professional course provides an objective assessment of key competencies in PCB design, based on both industry standards and individual company specifications.
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IPC Designer Certification CID+ Course (Advanced Certified Interconnect Designer)
This training course is an advancement beyond the basic CID and focuses on more complex projects related to the so-called HDI (High Density Interconnect).
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What people say about our IPC certified courses

“Course content in line with expectations, comprehensive presentation from both a practical and theoretical standpoint. I would recommend IPC certification to anyone working in the field of industrial electronics.”

Carlo S.

“Very interesting course, useful for my work. Highly qualified and helpful instructors.”

Diego F.

“Very well-structured course, covering all the fundamental aspects for the control and acceptability of electronic assemblies.”

Luca P.