Über PECB
Alle Kurse, PECB-Prüfungen und Zertifikate in diesem Shop sind Leistungen von PECB. Diese Seite zeigt, wer PECB ist und wie die Zertifizierung bei PECB abläuft – im veröffentlichten Originalwortlaut von PECB, auf Englisch.

Wer PECB ist
PECB is a leading certification body dedicated to fostering digital trust through comprehensive education, certification, and certificate programs across various disciplines.
PECB is a global certification body and trusted partner in professional training. We empower individuals and organizations to enhance expertise, strengthen competencies, and demonstrate credibility in digital security and beyond.
Our mission is to empower professionals with the knowledge and skills to protect their digital assets and ensure business continuity.
PECB steht für Professional Evaluation and Certification Board.
Akkreditierung
PECB veröffentlicht seine Akkreditierungen und Mitgliedschaften wie folgt. Es sind die Akkreditierungen von PECB; Valment hält keine davon und beansprucht keine.
- Accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) under ISO/IEC 17024 — Conformity assessment — General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons.
- Accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) under ISO/IEC 17024 — Conformity assessment — General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons.
- Accredited by the Comité français d'accréditation (COFRAC) under ISO/IEC 17024 — Conformity assessment — General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons.
- Accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under ANSI/ASTM E2659-24, Standard Practice for Certificate Programs.
- A full member of the International Personnel Certification Association (IPC) and an IPC MLA Signatory Member.
Jede Akkreditierungsstelle veröffentlicht den Geltungsbereich ihrer Akkreditierung. Fällt eine hier angebotene Zertifizierung in diesen veröffentlichten Geltungsbereich, steht das auf der Kursseite unter „Zertifizierung“.
So funktioniert die PECB-Zertifizierung
Registrierung, Kursanmeldung und Zertifizierung: der Ablauf
- Visit the PECB Website
- Create an Account
- Log In
- Explore Training Courses and Certifications
- Select a Training Course and Check Schedule Availability
- Enroll in the Training Course
- Attend the Training Course
- Apply and Schedule the Exam
- Pass the Exam
- Apply for Your Certification
- Maintain Your Certification

Fünf Schritte, wie PECB sie beschreibt: der Kurs, die PECB-Prüfung, der Antrag, das Zertifikat und die Aufrechterhaltung der Zertifizierung.
- Der KursAttending a PECB training course or any other training course is recommended but not mandatory, except for ANAB Accredited Foundation Certificate Programs, where attending the corresponding PECB training course is mandatory.eLearning: flexible, location-independent courses via pre-recorded videos. Offers quizzes and additional reading. Self-Study: self-paced learning with access to course materials. Best for those with prior knowledge and no need for guided teaching.
- Die PECB-PrüfungExams are provided electronically via the PECB Exams application. The use of secondary electronic devices, such as tablets and phones, is not allowed during the exam. The exam session is supervised remotely by a PECB Invigilator via the PECB Exams application and an external/integrated camera.Depending on the type of examination scheme, the duration of the exam varies: Foundation exams 1 hour, Manager exams 2 hours, Lead exams 3 hours, Technical Cybersecurity exams 6 hours.
- Der AntragAll participants who successfully pass their certification exam (or an equivalent accepted by PECB) are entitled to apply for the PECB credentials they were examined for. Specific educational and professional requirements will need to be fulfilled in order to be PECB certified. Candidates are required to fill out the online Certification Application Form, and fill out all other online forms (that can be accessed via their PECB online profile), including contact details of references who will be contacted to validate the candidates' professional experience.
- Das ZertifikatThe approval of the application occurs as soon as the Certification Department validates that you fulfil all the certification requirements regarding the credential you have applied for. An email will be sent to the email address you provided during your application process to communicate your application status. If approved, you will then be able to download your certificate from your member account.
- Die Zertifizierung aufrechterhaltenPECB certifications are valid for three years. To maintain a certificate, PECB Certified Professionals are required to demonstrate that they are performing certification-related activities. In addition to this, PECB Professionals are required to pay an Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) and submit Continuing Professional Development (CPDs).Upon meeting these requirements, your certification will be renewed at the end of the third year. The following credentials do not require maintenance: Foundation, Provisional, and Transition.

Berufliche Weiterbildung: Kursstufen und Kursdauer
| Kursstufe | Zielgruppe | Tage |
|---|---|---|
| Management system training courses | ||
| Foundation | Individuals who wish to learn the basics of implementing a management system and its processes | 2 Tage |
| Lead Implementer | Individuals responsible for the implementation and management of a management system within their organization | 5 Tage |
| Lead Auditor | Individuals responsible for auditing and monitoring management systems | 5 Tage |
| Manager training courses | ||
| Foundation | Individuals who wish to study the fundamentals of the processes and procedures in the related field or standard | 2 Tage |
| Manager / Officer | Managers in the relevant field who wish to develop the skills and knowledge to carry out and implement processes, approaches, and techniques for different programs, plans, strategies, etc | 3 Tage |
| Lead Manager / Officer | Managers in the relevant field who wish to assess, manage, or maintain plans, assessments, frameworks, programs, or the like, and develop their management expertise | 5 Tage |
| Non-ISO training courses | ||
| Foundation | Individuals who wish to study the foundations of the associated field and its related processes | 2 Tage |
| Manager / Officer | Managers in the relevant field who wish to gain knowledge on the fundamental principles and concepts of a management program | 3 Tage |
| Lead Manager / Officer / Professional and Analyst | Managers in the relevant field who wish to develop their skills and knowledge in the associated field and improve their management expertise | 5 Tage |
| Technical cybersecurity courses | ||
| Offensive Security | Professionals wishing to learn more about the tactics and techniques malicious hackers use and improve their capacity to protect their systems | 5 Tage |
| Defensive Security | Individuals wishing to significantly improve their defensive capabilities and learn best practices for hardening systems and configuring security effectively | 5 Tage |
| Forensics | Professionals who wish to learn a wide range of skills and knowledge crucial for digital forensics | 5 Tage |
Zertifizierungskriterien: Titel, Berufserfahrung und Projektanforderungen
Der Titel, den PECB für jede Prüfung vergibt, abhängig von der nachgewiesenen Erfahrung – so, wie der Katalog ihn veröffentlicht:
| PECB-Prüfung | Titel | Berufserfahrung | Auditerfahrung | Projekterfahrung |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Foundation | - | - | - |
| Lead Manager | Provisional Manager | - | - | - |
| Manager | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | - | 200 hours | |
| Lead Manager | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | - | 300 hours | |
| Senior Lead Manager | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | - | 1000 hours | |
| Lead Auditor | Provisional Auditor | - | - | - |
| Auditor | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | 200 hours | - | |
| Lead Auditor | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | 300 hours | - | |
| Senior Lead Auditor | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | 1000 hours | - | |
| Lead Implementer | Provisional Implementer | - | - | - |
| Implementer | 2 years (1 in the specialized field) | - | 200 hours | |
| Lead Implementer | 5 years (2 in the specialized field) | - | 300 hours | |
| Senior Lead Implementer | 10 years (7 in the specialized field) | - | 1000 hours | |
| Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer | Master | 20 years (10 in a leadership role in the specialized field) | 10,000 hours combination of auditing and project activities | |
Note: For the ANAB Accredited Foundation Certificate Programs, attending the corresponding training course is a mandatory requirement.
Häufige Fragen
Ist die PECB-Prüfung im Kurspreis inbegriffen?
Yes. PECB's exam rules state that the training fee includes the first exam attempt, one free retake, the certification application fee, and the first year of the Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF). For self-study and eLearning, PECB's rules set a window of 12 months from the purchase date to complete this cycle.
Wie lege ich die PECB-Prüfung ab?
Online, from home. Candidates can also take a PECB exam remotely from the convenience of their own home through the PECB Exam application. The exam session is supervised remotely by a PECB Invigilator via the PECB Exams application and an external/integrated camera.
Was geschieht, wenn ich die PECB-Prüfung nicht bestehe?
The candidate will be provided with only two possible examination results: pass or fail, rather than an exact grade. In case of a failure, the results will be accompanied by the list of domains where the candidate failed to fully answer the question. One free retake is included in the training fee.
Brauche ich für die Zertifizierung Berufserfahrung?
It depends on the designation. Specific educational and professional requirements will need to be fulfilled in order to be PECB certified. A Lead exam passed without the experience earns a Provisional designation; the Lead designation is awarded against five years of documented experience, two of them in the specialized field, and 300 hours of project activity (audit activity for Lead Auditor).
Wie lange ist eine PECB-Zertifizierung gültig?
PECB certifications are valid for three years. To maintain a certificate, PECB Certified Professionals are required to demonstrate that they are performing certification-related activities. In addition to this, PECB Professionals are required to pay an Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) and submit Continuing Professional Development (CPDs). The following credentials do not require maintenance: Foundation, Provisional, and Transition.
Wer stellt das Zertifikat aus – Valment oder PECB?
PECB. Valment Partners Inc. verkauft den Kursplatz als PECB Authorized Partner; Kurs, PECB-Prüfung und Zertifikat sind Leistungen von PECB. Sobald PECB den Antrag genehmigt hat, laden Sie das Zertifikat aus Ihrem PECB-Mitgliedskonto herunter.
Brauche ich ein PECB-Konto?
Ja. Jeder Kurs wird dem PECB-Konto der teilnehmenden Person zugewiesen; dieses Konto muss also vor der Zahlung bestehen. Angelegt ist es kostenlos auf pecb.com.
Valment Partners Inc. verkauft PECB-Kurse als PECB Authorized Partner. Kurse, PECB-Prüfungen und Zertifikate stellt PECB bereit.
Zum KursangebotQuellen
Die PECB-Texte auf dieser Seite wurden am 9. Oktober 2026 aus diesen Quellen übernommen:
- About PECB
- Accreditations and affiliations
- The PECB certification process
- Exam rules and policies
- Certification maintenance policy
- PECB Training Course Catalog 2026 (pp. 4, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 202, 204)
PECB is a registered trade-mark of PECB Group Inc. and is used under license.
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