Frequently Asked Questions
One canonical FAQ for current Pro Class public information.
Does Pro Class provide training?
No. Pro Class does not directly deliver training. Qualification training is delivered through Pro Class Approved Centres. Professional certification is accessed directly through Pro Class.
What is the difference between an Approved Training Centre and Pro Class?
An Approved Training Centre delivers approved training and qualification programmes and may support candidates within its approved scope. Pro Class owns the certification scheme, administers and proctors the examination through its controlled online examination platform, and makes the professional certification decision. There is no Approved Testing Partner tier.
What is Pro Class’s current accreditation status?
Pro Class is preparing its personnel certification management system for IAS accreditation under ISO/IEC 17024:2026.
Which professional certifications does Pro Class offer?
PSC - Professional Safety Certified; PSM - Professional Safety Manager; PAS - Professional Assessor Specialist; HSCT - Health & Safety Compliance Technician.
What is the common examination format?
PSC uses 200 scored questions in 180 minutes, with a minimum passing score of 70% (for PSC this is the current provisional pass mark, pending completion of final standard-setting and technical validation). PSM, PAS and HSCT each use 100 multiple-choice questions in 120 minutes with 70 correct answers required (70% pass mark), until each scheme is separately revised. All are computer-based, closed-book, English, with mandatory proctoring/invigilation and approved remote or physical examination delivery.
Do I need Approved Training Centre training before applying for professional certification?
No. Professional certification is accessed directly through Pro Class. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility requirements of the certification scheme.
How much does professional certification cost?
Current fees for PSC, PSM, PAS and HSCT are £50 application/eligibility review; £139 first examination plus certification decision processing and a digital professional certificate if certification is granted; £49.99 retake; £10 annual maintenance; £99 five-year recertification; £30 replacement digital certificate; and £25 optional printed replacement certificate plus delivery/postage. After Pro Class confirms your eligibility you pay the examination fee and then book your examination, and one examination payment covers one examination attempt — a retake requires a new booking and a new payment.
How long is PSC certification valid?
PSC certification is valid for 5 years, subject to annual maintenance/declaration and continued compliance.
What are the PSC CPD requirements?
PSC requires a mandatory minimum of 20 CPD hours in each annual maintenance period, giving a five-year minimum of 100 CPD hours, including at least 2 hours in ethics/professional conduct.
What language are professional certification examinations initially available in?
English initially.
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