Certification Transition Guidance
Exemplar Global ISO Standard Transition Process
Exemplar Global has a detailed process to assist certified professionals seeking to transition credentials from one version of an ISO standard to another, such as establishing certification as an auditor of ISO 14001:2026 from ISO 14001:2015.
How the transition process works
When an ISO standard is updated, Exemplar Global follows a structured transition process to support certified individuals through each stage of the change. This includes defined milestones, recognition timeframes, and guidance on when transition training or re-application may be required.
The infographic below provides a complete overview of the process and the associated timeframes.
Transition Process Overview
Need help?
If you have any questions about ISO standard transitions or how they affect your certification, please contact us at support@exemplarglobal.org and we’ll be glad to help.