Our virtual training combines live instructor-led sessions with self-paced learning materials. You'll participate in interactive online classes, access digital course materials, and engage in virtual discussions with fellow students and instructors.

You'll need a computer with reliable internet connection (minimum 5 Mbps), webcam, and microphone. We recommend using Chrome or Firefox browsers. All course materials are accessible through our secure online learning platform.

Yes, all live sessions are recorded and made available to participants for review. This ensures you can revisit important topics and catch up if you miss any part of a session.

You can interact through live video discussions, chat features, and virtual office hours. We also provide dedicated Q&A sessions and one-on-one virtual consultations when needed.

To be eligible for the CMDA certification, you need at least five years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the CMDA Body of Knowledge. Education can substitute for some experience: an associate degree equals 1 year, a bachelor's degree equals 2 years, and a master's or doctorate degree equals 3 years of experience. The experience must be in a decision-making position.

The ASQ CMDA certification is valid for three years. To maintain your certification, you'll need to either retake the exam or earn 18 recertification units (RUs) through professional development activities like continuing education, employment, courses taught, or publishing.

The CMDA exam consists of 165 multiple-choice questions that must be completed within 4 hours. It covers the six major areas of the CMDA Body of Knowledge: Quality System Fundamentals, Auditing Fundamentals, Regulatory Authority Inspections, Management and Personnel, Product and Process Design Controls, and Production and Process Controls.

You can apply for the CMDA exam directly through the ASQ website. The application process includes submitting your professional experience and education details, paying the exam fee, and scheduling your exam date at a testing center or through online proctoring.

The virtual training includes comprehensive digital course materials, including detailed manuals covering all aspects of the CMDA Body of Knowledge, over 300 practice questions with explanations, virtual reference guides, online case studies, and additional digital resources for continued study.

You'll have access to all digital course materials for 6 months from the start of your training. This includes recorded sessions, practice exams, and reference materials. Additionally, you receive 30 days of post-course online support.

Yes, our online practice exams mirror the format, difficulty level, and time constraints of the actual CMDA exam. They cover all six knowledge areas and include detailed explanations for each question to help you understand the reasoning behind correct answers.

Yes, most course materials can be downloaded in PDF format for offline study. However, practice exams and interactive elements require an internet connection to access our learning platform.

CMDA certification opens doors to various career paths including quality assurance manager/director, regulatory affairs specialist, lead auditor for certification bodies, medical device consultant, supplier quality engineer, and compliance specialist. The certification is recognized globally and valued by employers in the medical device industry.

CMDA certified professionals typically earn 10-15% more than their non-certified counterparts. According to industry surveys, average salary ranges for CMDA certified professionals include: Quality Assurance Manager ($90,000 - $130,000), Regulatory Affairs Director ($115,000 - $160,000), Lead Auditor ($85,000 - $120,000), and Medical Device Consultant ($100,000 - $150,000).

The CMDA is a specialized certification focused specifically on medical device auditing, whereas certifications like CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) or CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) are more general. For professionals primarily working in the medical device industry, the CMDA offers more targeted recognition of expertise in this highly regulated field.

Yes, ASQ certifications, including CMDA, are recognized globally. The certification demonstrates your expertise in medical device quality systems auditing and is valued by employers worldwide, particularly in regions with significant medical device manufacturing and regulatory activities such as North America, Europe, and Asia.

The investment for our comprehensive virtual CMDA training program is $2,495 per participant. This includes all digital training materials, online practice exams, virtual live sessions, and 30 days of post-course support. Group discounts are available for organizations sending multiple participants.

Yes, we offer discounts for organizations enrolling multiple participants in our online training: 10% discount for groups of 3-5 participants and 15% discount for groups of 6 or more. Please contact us for details on group registration.

For virtual training cancellations made more than 14 days before the course start date, you'll receive a full refund minus a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations between 7-14 days receive a 50% refund. For cancellations less than 7 days before the course, no refund is provided, but you can transfer your registration to a future online course within 12 months.

You can register for our online CMDA training program through our learning management system at alphatc.talentlms.com. Alternatively, you can contact us directly by phone at 801-599-1579 or email at [email protected] to discuss your specific training needs.