--- title: "IPC-A-610 — 610 Inspection Criteria | CTTi" url: "https://circuittechnology.com/classes/ipc-a-610" language: "en" source: "https://circuittechnology.com/classes/ipc-a-610" license: "All rights reserved" --- [IPC Certification](https://circuittechnology.com/classes?category=ipc) 1. [Home](/) 3. [Classes](https://circuittechnology.com/classes) 5. [IPC Certification](https://circuittechnology.com/classes?category=ipc) 7. IPC-A-610 ![](https://circuittechnology.com/images/hero-classroom.jpg?dpl=dpl_5RijPVkC7miDfSkJh83WhTGwLMcJ) IPC Licensed IPC-A-610 # 610 Inspection Criteria Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry. [Register a student](#sessions) Duration 4 days Price $1,305/ student Format In-person · Virtual · Onsite Overview Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry. Learning objectives - Interpret IPC-A-610 acceptability criteria across all assembly types - Distinguish target, acceptable, process-indicator, and defect conditions - Inspect through-hole, surface-mount, and terminal connections - Evaluate component placement, orientation, and mounting requirements - Assess solder joints, coating, marking, and cleanliness criteria - Apply the correct product class (1, 2, or 3) acceptance requirements - Prepare for the IPC-A-610 certification exam Prerequisites IPC-A-610 is an entry point into IPC certification — no prior certification is required. - Ability to read and understand technical documents in English - Visual acuity to distinguish fine detail and color (corrective lenses or magnification permitted) - Basic familiarity with electronic assemblies and terminology Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry. ## Options & pricing Choose your level and path at registration. All options run during the same class week; recertification (challenge test) is exam-only and scheduled midweek. Certification options and pricing Level Full certification Recertification CISCertified IPC Specialist $1,305 $810 CSECertified Standards Expert $1,465 $900 CITCertified IPC Trainer $2,490 $1,185 Full certification includes the standard/textbook, workmanship kits, and exam. Recertification is exam-only (no textbook/kits), Tue–Wed. CIS Operators & technicians — working proficiency in the standard. CSE Lead techs / referees — deep knowledge, not training others. CIT Certified to train others to the CIS level. Recertification (Challenge test) Renew a current certification by exam only, scheduled midweek. Rated 5 out of 5 > “I have trained with Angel at Circuit Technology for nearly 10 years now. The knowledge and support are second to none. If you need IPC training, this is the best option available.” Fe SeamonNew York Air Brake LLC ## Next available classes - Sep 8 – 11, 2026 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=99) - Oct 26 – 29, 2026 Baltimore, Maryland Only 2 left In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=95) - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=118) - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=112) [View all 13 dates →](#sessions) ### Need a custom session? We offer onsite training for teams of 5+ at your facility — on your equipment, your processes. [Request a quote](https://circuittechnology.com/onsite-training) ## Upcoming sessions 13 upcoming dates across 2 locations ### September 2026 - Sep 8 – 11, 2026 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=99) ### October 2026 - Oct 26 – 29, 2026 Baltimore Only 2 left In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=95) ### November 2026 - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Baltimore Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=118) - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=112) ### January 2027 - Jan 18 – 21, 2027 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=131) ### February 2027 - Feb 22 – 25, 2027 Baltimore Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=139) ### March 2027 - Mar 8 – 11, 2027 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=162) ### April 2027 - Apr 26 – 29, 2027 Baltimore Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=208) ### May 2027 - May 10 – 13, 2027 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=163) ### June 2027 - Jun 28 – Jul 1, 2027 Baltimore Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=209) ### July 2027 - Jul 19 – 22, 2027 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=164) ### August 2027 - Aug 30 – Sep 2, 2027 Baltimore Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=210) ### September 2027 - Sep 20 – 23, 2027 Virtual live Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=165) ### Need a custom session? We offer onsite training for teams of 5+ at your facility — on your equipment, your processes. [Request a quote](https://circuittechnology.com/onsite-training) ## You might also be interested in [ IPC-7711/7721Popular ### 7711/7721 Rework & Repair Procedures for rework, modification, and repair of electronic assemblies. In-personOnsite Onsite / by request 5 days · Advanced From $1,870 View dates → ](https://circuittechnology.com/classes/ipc-7711)[ IPC-A-600Popular ### 600 Acceptability Criteria Acceptability of printed boards. In-personVirtualOnsite Onsite / by request 3 days · Intermediate From $1,305 View dates → ](https://circuittechnology.com/classes/ipc-600)[ IPC/WHMA-A-620Popular ### 620 Wire Harness Assembly Requirements for cable and wire harness assemblies. 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In-personOnsite Onsite / by request 2 days · Advanced From $3,085 View dates → ](https://circuittechnology.com/classes/ipc-620-sa) [Browse all classes →](https://circuittechnology.com/classes) From From $1,30513 upcoming sessions [View sessions](#sessions) ## IPC-A-610 — Pick a session - Sep 8 – 11, 2026 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=99) - Oct 26 – 29, 2026 Baltimore, Maryland Only 2 left In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=95) - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=118) - Nov 16 – 19, 2026 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=112) - Jan 18 – 21, 2027 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=131) - Feb 22 – 25, 2027 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=139) - Mar 8 – 11, 2027 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=162) - Apr 26 – 29, 2027 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=208) - May 10 – 13, 2027 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=163) - Jun 28 – Jul 1, 2027 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=209) - Jul 19 – 22, 2027 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=164) - Aug 30 – Sep 2, 2027 Baltimore, Maryland Available In-person [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=210) - Sep 20 – 23, 2027 Virtual Available Virtual live [Register now](https://circuittechnology.com/register?session=165) ### Need a custom session? We offer onsite training for teams of 5+ at your facility — on your equipment, your processes. [Request a quote](https://circuittechnology.com/onsite-training)