Built on 35+ Years of Clinical Laboratory Experience
ISO Accreditation Programs for U.S. and International Laboratories
ISO 15189
ISO 20387
ISO 17025
In clinical laboratories, ISO refers to the International Organization for Standardization, a global organization that develops internationally recognized standards to promote quality, consistency and safety.
Why Choose COLA for ISO Accreditation?
Experienced Laboratory Science Professionals
Work with trained experts who understand laboratory operations
Personalized Experience
Get the attention your laboratory needs throughout the process
One Trusted Organization
Access a growing portfolio of accreditation services through COLA
ISO/IEC 17011 Conforming
COLA operates its ISO 15189:2022 program in full conformity with ISO/IEC 17011 — the international standard for accreditation bodies themselves.
IAAC Associate Member
COLA is an Associate Member of the Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation for ISO 15189, supporting cross-border recognition pathways.
Impartiality & Confidentiality
A published impartiality policy and firewalled boundary between accreditation and education services protect the integrity of every decision.Â
Your Path to ISO Accreditation
Step 1 — Choose Your Program
Identify the ISO standard that fits your laboratory
Step 2 — Prepare
Build your quality management system and prepare for assessment
Step 3 — Assessment
COLA’s experienced assessors evaluate your laboratory
Step 4 — Accreditation
Demonstrate your commitment to quality and competency
Understand the ISO 15189 Requirements
Not sure what ISO 15189 requires? Explore the key areas of the standard here and learn what your laboratory needs to consider when preparing for accreditation.
Ready to Get Started? → Talk to COLA
Talk directly with a COLA representative. We’re here to help you determine which program is right for your laboratory.
