Question 1

How many CQT practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

30 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free CQT sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 8 sample questions are free; 4 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every CQT question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does CQT cover?

Accepted Answer

Quality Concepts and Tools (19%), Statistical Techniques (17%), Metrology and Calibration (16%), Inspection and Test (21%), Quality Audits (13%), Risk Management (14%).

Question 5

What is the ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) certification?

Accepted Answer

The ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) is a professional certification from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) for individuals who support quality assurance and control processes. CQTs perform inspections, collect data, analyze results, prepare inspection plans, apply statistical methods for process control, perform audits, and support quality engineers and supervisors. The certification validates proficiency in quality concepts and tools, statistical techniques, metrology and…

Question 6

How many questions are on the CQT exam and how long do I have?

Accepted Answer

The computer-based CQT exam consists of 110 multiple-choice questions, of which 100 are scored and 10 are unscored (pretest questions that do not count toward your score). The total appointment time is 4 hours and 30 minutes, with an actual exam time of 4 hours and 18 minutes. The paper-based version has 100 questions with a 4-hour time limit. Approximately 20% of questions require calculations.

Question 7

Is the CQT exam open book?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ASQ CQT exam is open book. You may bring your own bound reference materials into the exam. All references must be permanently bound by stitching, glue, ring binders, spiral binders, plastic snap binders, brads, or screw posts. Manually or hand-stapled documents are not allowed. Post-it notes are permitted only as book tabs and must be attached before entering the test center. The ASQ CQT Handbook (4th edition) is specifically designed as a companion guide for use during the exam.

Question 8

What are the experience requirements for the CQT certification?

Accepted Answer

Candidates need 4 years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the CQT Body of Knowledge in a full-time, paid role. However, educational waivers reduce this requirement: a quality technology program certificate waives 1 year, an associate degree waives 2 years, and a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate waives 3 years (only one waiver may be claimed). Candidates previously certified by ASQ as CQE, CQA, CRE, CSQE, or CMQ/OE may count that qualifying experience.

Question 9

How much does the CQT exam cost?

Accepted Answer

The CQT exam fee is $460 USD for non-members. ASQ members receive a $100 discount, bringing the cost to $360 USD. Retake exams cost $260 USD and are available for 2 years from the date of a failed attempt. There is a $130 fee for rescheduling or canceling an appointment (must be done at least 5 days before the appointment). Failure to appear results in forfeiture of all application fees.

Question 10

Does the CQT certification expire? Do I need to recertify?

Accepted Answer

No, the ASQ CQT certification does not expire. It is a lifetime certification, meaning once you pass the exam and earn the credential, you do not need to recertify, earn continuing education units, or pay renewal fees. This distinguishes the CQT from many other ASQ certifications (such as CQE or CSSBB) that require recertification every three years.

Question 11

What topics are covered on the CQT exam?

Accepted Answer

The CQT exam covers six domains based on the 2024 Body of Knowledge: (1) Quality Concepts and Tools - 19 questions covering customer/supplier relationships, quality principles, COQ, seven basic quality tools, problem-solving, lean, continuous improvement, and ethics; (2) Statistical Techniques - 17 questions on statistical terms, normal distribution, central tendency, dispersion, confidence, and control charts; (3) Metrology and Calibration - 16 questions on M&TE types, control/maintenance,…

Question 12

What is the passing score for the CQT exam?

Accepted Answer

ASQ uses a scaled scoring method where the actual passing score (cut score) is determined for each exam administration based on the difficulty level of the questions presented. ASQ does not publish a fixed passing percentage. Only 100 of the 110 questions on the CBT exam are scored; the other 10 are unscored pretest questions. You will receive your result immediately after submitting a CBT exam, with a confirmation email within 3-5 business days.

Question 13

What calculator can I use on the CQT exam?

Accepted Answer

All computer-based CQT exams include a basic scientific calculator on-screen. You can also request a hand-held basic calculator from the Prometric Test Center Administrator. Any silent, hand-held, battery-operated calculator with no programmable memory is permitted. Programmable calculators such as the Texas Instruments TI-89 or similar graphing calculators with the ability to store text/alphanumeric data are strictly prohibited.

Question 14

How should I prepare for the CQT exam?

Accepted Answer

ASQ recommends several preparation resources: (1) Download and study the CQT Body of Knowledge to understand all exam topics; (2) Purchase The ASQ Certified Quality Technician Handbook (4th edition, 2024) which can be used as a reference during the open-book exam; (3) Use the CQT Question Bank for practice exams with simulated timing; (4) Enroll in ASQ's self-paced CQT Certification Preparation course; (5) Review the reference list on the ASQ CQT references page, which identifies the source…

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01Exam format258 min · 1105

02Registration$460 · Prometric, online proctoring3

03ValidityLifetime (no recertification required)1

04In our question bankv1 (30)

What CQT covers

01Quality Concepts and Tools19%3 topics

I.AQuality ConceptsDefine internal and external customers and suppliers and their relationships8 obj.

I.BQuality ToolsSelect, construct, and interpret all seven basic quality tools8 obj.

I.CASQ Code of Ethics for Professional ConductDetermine and apply appropriate behaviors and actions that comply with the ASQ Code of Ethics2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesConstructing quality tools (cause and effect, flowcharts, check sheets, Pareto, scatter, control charts, histograms) · Confusing Pareto charts with histograms

02Statistical Techniques17%3 topics

03Metrology and Calibration16%3 topics

04Inspection and Test21%4 topics

05Quality Audits13%3 topics

06Risk Management14%3 topics