Process Cycle ISO/IEC 17024:2012 contains principles and requirements for a body certifying persons against specific requirements, and includes the development and maintenance of a certification scheme for persons. 1 Decide which Certification is Right for You 2 Prepare for the Exam 3 Apply and Schedule the Exam 4 Take the Exam 5 Receive your Exam Results 6 Apply for Certification 7 Maintain your Certification P03 P04 Download forms Application Quotation and Contract