Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC – Chemical), designed for chemical engineers, laboratory technicians, and QA/QC professionals working in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and industrial laboratories. The program emphasizes testing methods, compliance with standards, documentation, and continual improvement. Participants will gain the competence to implement QA/QC systems, conduct chemical testing, and prepare audit‑ready documentation for chemical industry projects.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC - Chemical) |
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| Total Credits | 120 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 460 |
| Qualification Time | 1200 |
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Introduction to Quality Assurance & Control in the Chemical Industry Scope, importance, and role of QA/QC in chemical manufacturing and laboratories.
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Chemical Industry Standards and Regulations ISO, ASTM, OSHA, EPA, REACH, and BS compliance requirements.
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Chemical Testing Methods and Procedures Analytical chemistry techniques, titration, chromatography, and spectroscopy.
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Quality Control in Chemical Manufacturing Batch testing, process validation, and in‑process quality checks.
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Laboratory Operations and Management Lab safety, equipment calibration, and workflow optimization.
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Root Cause Analysis and Problem-Solving Techniques Identifying defects, analyzing causes, and implementing corrective measures.
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Quality Audits and Inspections Internal and external audits, compliance checks, and continual improvement.
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Chemical Quality Control Documentation and Reporting Inspection reports, compliance records, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Health, Safety, & Environmental Standards in Chemical QA/QC PPE, hazard identification, waste management, and OSHA/EPA compliance.
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Continuous Improvement in Chemical QA/QC Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen approaches for chemical industry projects.
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Builds competence in QA/QC systems for chemical industry projects
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Enhances compliance with ISO, ASTM, OSHA, EPA, REACH, and BS standards
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Strengthens skills in chemical testing, auditing, and documentation
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Provides tools for audit‑ready QA/QC management and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in chemical QA/QC, laboratory management, and compliance consultancy
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Chemical engineers and laboratory technicians
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QA/QC inspectors in chemical manufacturing and pharmaceuticals
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Safety officers and compliance auditors
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Individuals progressing from Level 2 Award in Chemical Safety (CHSF‑212) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical QA/QC project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on QA/QC project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 80 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total)
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Certification: Level 3 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC – Chemical) (QACH)
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