EXAM ISO 26262 FUNCTIONAL SAFETY PROFESSIONAL
Apply the ISO 26262 standard with confidence in real automotive projects. Earn the TÜV SÜD FSCP Professional Certification and strengthen your profile as a functional safety specialist.
The Functional Safety Professional certification under ISO 26262 is designed for experienced professionals already involved in the development of safety-related automotive products or systems. This professional level of TÜV SÜD certifies that you not only understand the standard but also know how to apply it effectively across the entire safety lifecycle of a project.
This certification demonstrates your ability to conduct risk analysis, actively contribute to the safe design of hardware and software, manage safety requirements, and coordinate technical teams according to functional safety principles. It validates your competence in complex development environments where compliance with international standards is essential, positioning you as a highly valued professional in both OEM and Tier 1 contexts.
Backed by TÜV SÜD, this internationally recognized credential gives you a significant competitive advantage to take on new professional challenges in the automotive industry—where functional safety is no longer optional, but a strategic priority.
Digital issuance of the certificate through Credsure: international verification, blockchain technology, and professional visibility
Upon passing the exam, the candidate will receive their certificate through Credsure, an international platform specialized in issuing verifiable digital credentials that uses blockchain technology to guarantee the authenticity, integrity, and traceability of the certificate.
This system allows immediate, real-time validation of the certificate through a unique and secure link, providing additional protection against any alteration or falsification. Credsure is designed to enhance the candidate’s professional visibility in digital environments.
Digital certificate issued by TÜV SÜD with blockchain verification through Credsure
✅ Internationally valid and verifiable online by companies, institutions, and recruiters
✅ Easy to share on professional networks such as LinkedIn, digital portfolios, and online résumés
✅ Includes a secure link and/or QR code for immediate validity verification
✅ Backed by TÜV SÜD personnel certification standards
Thanks to this secure and widely recognized digital format, the candidate can reliably and visibly demonstrate their technical qualification, aligned with current digital environments, thereby strengthening their professional positioning in the job market.
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Professional profile
This level is intended for professionals who operate in the roles described below:
✅Functional Safety Engineers with hands-on project experience.
✅Software and hardware developers involved in safety-related systems.
✅Project managers and team leaders coordinating ISO 26262-compliant development activities.
✅Safety coordinators and quality managers responsible for implementing or monitoring safety processes.
✅Professionals working in OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or engineering service providers applying ISO 26262 in real-world projects.
Knowledge Assessed in the Exam
The knowledge assessed in the exam is divided into the following blocks:
| Block | Content |
| Functional Safety Implementation | Application of ISO 26262 throughout the development lifecycle in real projects |
| Risk Analysis and ASIL Allocation | Execution of HARA, ASIL decomposition, and allocation in multi-component systems |
| System-Level Design | Structuring of safety concepts, technical safety requirements, and system architecture |
| Hardware Safety Design | In-depth calculation and validation of hardware metrics (SPFM, LFM, PMHF) and diagnostic coverage |
| Software Safety Implementation | Structuring and applying software design principles, coding standards, and modular testing |
| Verification & Validation | Methods to verify and validate each lifecycle phase, test planning, and coverage requirements |
| Functional Safety Assessments | Participation in internal or external assessments, audits, and process reviews |
| Compliance Demonstration | Organizing evidence and documentation for demonstrating compliance with ISO 26262 |
Recommended Preparation Path
Although any experienced professional may take the exam, TÜV SÜD recommends ISO 26262 Functional Safety Automotive Training as the primary preparation route. This program covers 100% of the assessed content and enables candidates to approach the exam with a significantly higher level of confidence and readiness.
You can refer to the course ISO 26262 Functional Safety Automotive Training
What Does This Certification Validate?
This certification validates that the candidate:
✅Can apply ISO 26262 requirements in real automotive projects
Demonstrates the ability to translate the standard into practical actions across the concept, system, hardware, and software development phases.
✅Has experience performing safety analyses and assessments
Applies techniques such as FMEA, FTA, DFA, and ASIL determination to real use cases, ensuring the correct definition of safety goals and requirements.
✅Participates actively in the design and validation of safety‑related systems
Contributes to hardware and software safety development, requirements management, verification, validation, and traceability.
✅Understands how to coordinate cross‑functional teams under ISO 26262 guidelines
Shows the capability to interact with engineering, testing, and quality teams, ensuring alignment with functional safety deliverables.
✅Can manage and document Functional Safety activities
Demonstrates competence in preparing safety documentation, work products, and lifecycle evidence required for assessments and audits.
Professional benefits
The FS Professional certification validates your ability to apply ISO 26262 in real automotive projects, demonstrating both technical proficiency and hands-on experience. This level positions you as a capable specialist who actively contributes to safety‑critical development:
✅Validation of practical application skills
Certifies your ability to apply ISO 26262 in real projects, manage safety requirements, and perform risk analysis throughout the V-model.
✅Professional differentiation in competitive environments
Sets you apart from engineers by recognizing hands-on experience and the ability to lead safety activities across product development.
✅Recognition as a key contributor in project teams
Demonstrates you can take responsibility for implementing safety mechanisms in both hardware and software domains.
✅Eligibility for more advanced roles
Helps you advance into functional safety lead roles, safety management positions, or system engineering for safety-related systems.
✅Internationally trusted certification
TÜV SÜD’s FSCP credential gives you recognition with automotive partners and clients worldwide.
Modality:
Online exam supervised using the EURO software from PRUEFSTER Onlineprüfungen GmbH. The participant chooses when to connect and take the exam within a pre-established time frame.
Type of exam
The exam is administered as a multiple-response test with the following characteristics:
✅ Each question may have one or several valid answers.
✅ Within a single question: correct answers add 1 point and incorrect answers subtract 1 point.
✅ A question cannot have a score below zero.
✅ Questions may require performing calculations, conceptual analysis, or deductive reasoning; they are not limited to memorized knowledge.
Number of questions:
around 90
Duration:
150 minutes
Passing grade:
75% (equivalent to 7.5 out of 10)
Certificate Validity
The certificate has no expiration date
· 6 years of industrial experience in functional safety technology
· The following academic degrees will be recognized:
· Bachelor’s degree: 2 years
· Master’s degree: 3 years
· Doctorate (PhD): 4 years
· Evidence of participation in 2 functional safety projects.
· As primary preparation, it is recommended to complete the ISO 26262 Functional Safety Automotive Training course.