Welcome to 2025! Regardless of where you are in your career, your ongoing efforts to refresh or expand your technical knowledge and skills are essential to your continued professional and personal growth and success. So, as the new year begins, we’ve once again queried training resources throughout our industry to provide you with an overview of free or affordable solutions to meet your training goals and to help you on your journey to becoming your best self in the new year.
In this article, you’ll find sources of compliance-related seminars, workshops, and other types of training, offered live, including both virtual and in‑person options, as well as pre-recorded webinars and on‑demand training offerings. We’ve also included a list of industry symposia, conferences, and exhibitions to be held in both the U.S. and around the world.
The information that follows is current as we go to press (early December 2024). But please note that dates for live in‑person seminars, workshops, and symposia provided here are subject to change. So check the listed websites for the most up-to-date information on scheduling. Finally, we invite you to submit updates and corrections as well as suggestions for additional listings for our Events section. Please send your comments to us at editor@incompliancemag.com.
Live Virtual and In‑Person Seminars and Workshops
The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) WorkPlace Training portal offers both in‑person and virtual classroom trainings in both English and Spanish, featuring live instructor-led sessions. Currently, there are more than fifteen separate training offerings, covering areas including international standards, management systems, technical subjects, and soft skills. Course instructors are subject matter experts with many years of professional training experience. Additional details are available at https://a2lawpt.org/courses. (Also see listings under “In‑House/Custom Seminars and Workshops” and “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Cherry Clough Consultants Ltd. is pleased to announce that the 2025 EMC and Compliance International Conference will be held May 19-21, 2025 in Oxford, United Kingdom. Our annual global gathering of EMC experts, researchers, and engineers offers a dynamic platform for sharing the latest innovations and techniques in EMC, radio engineering, functional safety, electrical safety, and compliance. Featuring keynote sessions, workshops, tutorials, and trainings, the Conference covers a broad range of topics, including measurement techniques, design for EMC, troubleshooting, and EMC for platforms, systems, and installations. Join us for three days of insightful discussions, collaboration, and exploration in a city famous for inspiring great minds. We look forward to your participation and to making EMC&CI 2025 a truly memorable event. For more information or to register, go to https://www.emcandci.com.
The Equipment Reliability Institute offers several live, in‑person public classes throughout the year, including courses on “Military Standard 810 Testing” and “Fundamentals of Random Vibration and Shock Testing.” For complete information and 2025 training dates, go to https://equipment-reliability.com and click on “Scheduled Trainings” in the box in the middle of the home page. (Also see listing under “In‑House/Custom Seminars and Workshops”)
The EOS/ESD Association, Inc. offers access to a wide variety of online and in‑person educational opportunities throughout the year. These courses and certifications provide ESD professionals with the knowledge, tools, and credentials needed to meet the challenges of ESD in their companies. The Association offers courses at different locations and also during the annual EOS/ESD Symposium. Further, the Association publishes and distributes numerous educational materials on ESD and has pathways built to navigate training and certification programs and levels. For full details, visit the Association’s website at https://www.esda.org and click on the links in the boxes on the home page for “Training & Education,” “Certification,” and “Events.” (Also see listings under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training” and “Industry Symposia, Conferences, and Exhibits”)
Eurofins York offers in‑person classroom compliance training throughout the year at various locations in the United Kingdom. Visit https://www.yorkemc.com/services/training for more information. (Also see listings under “In‑House/Custom Seminars and Workshops”)
Dr. Bogdan Adamczyk of Grand Valley State University (GVSU) will offer his two-day EMC Certificate course for industry on April 24-25, 2025 and on October 2-3, 2025 at the GVSU EMC Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Numerous measurements and demonstrations reinforce the course topics. The course is intended for both the practicing professionals and the new engineers entering the field. For additional details, go to https://www.gvsu.edu/emccenter.
The IEEE EMC Society offers access to a number of in‑person and virtual presentations and webinars on a variety of EMC-related subjects. For more information, go to https://www.emcs.org/virtual-and-webinar-events.html. (Also see listings under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training” and “Industry Symposia, Conferences, and Exhibits”)
Intertek offers live virtual and in‑person public seminars and workshops throughout the year at various locations in the U.S. and around the world. Additional information is available at the company’s “Knowledge and Education” portal at
https://www.intertek.com/knowledge-education. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Dr. Todd Hubing of LearnEMC offers a series of live online courses covering EMC topics ranging from fundamentals to advanced design and modeling techniques. Courses include “Printed Circuit Board Design for EMC and Signal Integrity” and “Power Electronics Designs for Electromagnetic Compatibility.” For additional details, go to
https://learnemc.com.
The Rohde & Schwarz Technology Academy offers a comprehensive selection of live virtual and in‑person courses on a wide variety of technical subjects dealing with EMC and RF testing and measurement. More information is available at https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/us/knowledge-center/technology-academy/ta-overview_256215.html. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Silent Solutions will offer several EMC courses during 2025, including “Applying Practical EMI Design and Troubleshooting Techniques,” “Advanced PCB Design for EMC & SI,” and “Mechanical Design for EMC.” For training locations and dates, visit https://www.silent-solutions.com.
TÜV SÜD America offers live virtual public and private training courses and webinars that are enhanced by the real-life experiences of its auditing and testing teams, offering years of experience in the worldwide international standards arena. These courses can help prepare you for the most challenging compliance issues. To see the current offerings, visit the TÜV SÜD Resource Centre at https://www.tuvsud.com/en/resource-centre. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
UL is currently offering live events and seminars, virtual webinars, and other forms of training in the U.S. and locations around the world. The world’s most progressive and safety-conscious companies rely on UL’s educational programs for the expertise and tools required to design and install safer products, increase efficiency, realize improved speed to market, and advance their approach to prevention and compliance. A current listing of 2025 programs and dates is available at https://www.ul.com/events. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Washington Laboratories offers a wide variety of hybrid workshops and training sessions through its Washington Laboratories Academy. From Cybersecurity to Radio Regulations and from MIL-STD 461/810 to the Internet of Things, these comprehensive webinars, seminars, and workshops combine in‑depth technical information with practical, real-world engineering insights and solutions to meet today’s engineering challenges. For more information, go to https://www.wll.com/schedule.
Kenneth Wyatt of Wyatt Technical Services, LLC is an independent consultant based in Northern Colorado, specializing in EMC design, troubleshooting, and training services. Specialties include EMC troubleshooting, pre-compliance testing, and design reviews. Visit http://www.emc-seminars.com/index.html. For further information on his public seminar schedule for 2025. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
In-house/Custom Seminars and Workshops
Many experts and training organizations offer standard and/or customized workshops and seminars and workshops on an in‑house basis. These training programs offer companies an opportunity to train multiple compliance personnel with a specialized approach designed for their needs. The following is a list of organizations and trainers that offer both virtual and in‑person seminars and workshops for in‑house presentation.
The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) offers customized laboratory staff training on a number of topics. For more information, go to https://www.a2lawpt.org/training, click on the pull-down tab for “Courses” and select “Custom Training.” (Also see listings under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops” and “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Vladimir Kraz of BestESD Technical Services provides customer-oriented classes and workshops on practical aspects of managing EMI, EOS, and ESD within the factory environment, using a results-based approach to provide participants with a fuller understanding of managed parameters. Classes and workshops are conducted on the customer premises and can include hands-on demonstrations and training on actual tools and processes in production. Specifics include overview and compliance with SEMI E.176 standard and current ESDA work on EOS. For additional information, go to https://www.bestesd.com.
The EMC Academy offers an array of workshops and seminars both virtually and in‑person. The Academy’s extensive training portfolio covers a wide range of topics, and customized or more specialized training is also available. For more information, go to
https://www.emcstandards.co.uk.
Equipment Reliability Institute also provides On‑site training on a broad range of testing and design topics. For more information, go to
https://equipment-reliability.com, and click on “Onsite Training” in the box in the middle of the home page. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
Eurofins York offers customized, in‑house training offerings in addition to their comprehensive schedule of public training programs. For additional details on their “bespoke” training options, go to
https://www.yorkemc.com/services/training/on-site-training. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
StaticWorx provides in‑person and online custom training on electrostatic discharge and anti-static flooring. Sessions help architects and designers learn how to specify ESD flooring and include subjects such as: differentiating between conductive and dissipative floors; meeting ANSI/ESD S20.20 when working with ESD-sensitive electronic parts and assemblies; and meeting DoD standards when handling explosives. The company’s “Architects’ Workshop” on ESD flooring is an AIA-IDEC accredited course. For additional information, go to https://staticworx.com/anti-static-flooring-basics-idec-accredited-course. (Also see listing under “Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training”)
Recorded Webinars and On‑Demand Training
Your time is valuable, and your schedule doesn’t always allow you to participate in live virtual and in‑person presentations. But there are plenty of training options that you can take advantage of, right from the comfort of your daily workspace. Many organizations and training experts provide on‑demand webinars, as well as books, podcasts, and e-learning programs. Here are a few options to get you started.
The American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) hosts an archive of previously recorded webinars that are available on‑demand, covering EMC standards, key EMC committee meetings, and other EMC activities. For more information, go to https://www.acil.org and click on the word “On Demand Education” in the box at the top right corner of the page.
The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) offers a comprehensive suite of self-paced e-learning options on metrology and calibration through its WorkPlace Training portal. More than thirty different courses providing the equivalent of hundreds of hours of training are currently available, including online training on ISO/IEC 17025 compliance. For more information, go to https://a2lawpt.org/e-learning, and click on “E-Learning” in the bar at the top of the home page. (Also see listings under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops” and “In‑House/Custom Seminars and Workshops”)
EMC Fast Pass provides comprehensive online training courses and short courses to assist electronic engineers, compliance specialists, and hardware manufacturers design and test products that pass EMC and RF certifications the first time. Course offerings include:
EMC Design for Compliance: Immunity
EMC Design for Compliance: Emissions
Intrinsically Safe (IS) Hardware Design
FCC Wireless (RF) Pre-Compliance
EMC Technician Training
Visit https://emcfastpass.com for further information on his public seminar schedule for 2025. (Click on the link in the box “Online Training Courses.”)
The EOS/ESD Association, Inc., in addition to its courses and certifications offered at events, has a wide variety of online classes, online certification programs, training videos, and complementary educational resources at https://www.esda.org. Click on the link in the box “Training & Education” on the home page for more information. Complementary ESD videos are available under the heading “ESD Overview” on the home page. (Also see listings under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops” and “Industry Symposia, Conferences, and Exhibits”)
ETS-Lindgren offers a number of recorded webinars that are available on‑demand covering topics such as EMC testing, wireless/5G testing, automotive testing (including e-motor and autonomous vehicles), ANSC C63® standards updates, and electro-magnetic protection. Additional details about the company’s on‑demand offerings are available at http://www.ets-lindgren.com/services/education‑training. The company’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@etslindgrenvideo features many educational videos, including the popular mode filtered demonstration of the new EMC test site validation technique proposed for ANSI C63.25.3 (available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42uLkR2uFe8).
The IEEE EMC Society also provides access to several on‑demand recordings of recent presentations at Society and Chapter events. Further information is available at https://www.emcs.org/virtual-and-webinar-events.html. (Also see listings under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops” and “Industry Symposia, Conferences, and Exhibits”)
Intertek’s extensive catalog of live and on‑demand webinars complements the company’s live virtual and in‑person training options. Additional information is available at https://www.intertek.com/knowledge-education/webinars. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
Rohde & Schwarz offers a comprehensive selection of webinars, virtual demonstrations, videos, and other virtual learning options covering a wide variety of technical subjects. Learn more by accessing the Rohde & Schwarz Technology Academy at
https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/us/knowledge-center/technology-academy/ta-overview_256215.html. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
StaticWorx also offers a collection of nearly 90 brief, on‑demand videos about static electricity that have been viewed over 2.5 million times. These videos answer frequently asked questions, explain complex technical terms, help you understand static-control flooring, and address problems caused by random static discharge. Visit the company’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/staticworx to access their video library. (Also see listing under “In‑House/Custom Seminars and Workshops”)
TÜV SÜD America also offers on‑demand webinars covering various topics in the areas of product safety, EMC, management systems, and competency assessments. To learn more, go to the TÜV SÜD Resource Centre at https://www.tuvsud.com/en/resource-centre?intlnk_group=navigation&intlnk_target=resources&intlnk_origin=mainnavi-resources. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
UL also provides safety- and compliance-related training delivered via its extensive library of on‑demand webinars. Topic areas include hazard-based safety engineering, global market access, and global directives, code compliance, conformity assessment, sustainability, responsible sourcing, social auditing, and many more. For additional details, visit https://www.ul.com/events/on-demand-webinars. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
Kenneth Wyatt of Wyatt Technical Services, LLC offers several webinar- and video-based trainings. Topics include EMC theory, product design for compliance, PC board design for low EMI, taming wireless self-interference, and benchtop EMC troubleshooting. For more information, visit
http://www.emc-seminars.com/index.html. (Also see listing under “Live Virtual and In‑Person Public Seminars and Workshops”)
Industry Symposia, Conferences, and Exhibits
Annual symposia are an excellent resource for extensive technical training, as well as the exchange of new ideas and technical concepts. The benefit of attending these events is that attendees can sample a vast array of workshops quickly and efficiently while connecting with colleagues and professionals with the same interests. (The symposia listed below are planned as live in‑person events unless otherwise noted. Please check the listed website for the most current information on dates and locations.)
DesignCon 2025
January 28-30, 2025 – Santa Clara, California (U.S.)
https://designcon.com
EMV 2025
March 25-27, 2025 – Stuttgart, Germany
https://emv.mesago.com/koeln/en.html
EuCAP 2025 – The 19th European Conference on Antennas and Propagation
March 30-April 4, 2025 – Stockholm, Sweden
http://www.eucap2025.org
A2LA Annual Conference 2025 (AnnCon25)
April 6-9, 2025—Dallas, Texas (U.S.)
https://a2la.org/annual_conference
2025 International ESD Workshop (IEW)—Europe
May 12-16, 2025, Zagreb, Croatia
https://www.esda.org/events/2025-international-esd-workshop-iew-europe
2025 IEEE International Symposium on Product Compliance Engineering (ISPCE)
May 13-15, 2025 – San Francisco, California (U.S.)
http://2025.psessymposium.org
2025 International Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society (ACES) Symposium
May 18-21, 2025 – Orlando, Florida (U.S.)
http://www.aces-society.org/conference/Orlando_2025
EMC & Compliance International Exhibition & Workshops
May 19-21, 2025 – Oxford, United Kingdom
https://www.emcandci.com
2025 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference (I2MTC)
May 19-22, 2025 – Chemnitz, Germany
http://i2mtc2025.ieee-ims.org
IMS 2025 – IEEE International Microwave Symposium
June 15-20, 2025 – Washington, D.C. (U.S.)
https://ims-ieee.org
Sensors Expo & Conference
June 24-26, 2025 – Santa Clara, California (U.S.)
https://www.sensorsexpo.com
2025 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation & ITNC-USNC-URSI Radio Science Meeting
July 13-18, 2025 – Ottawa, Canada
https://2025.apsursi.org
2025 IEEE International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility, Signal & Power Integrity (EMC + SIPI)
August 18-22, 2025 – Raleigh, North Carolina (U.S.)
https://www.emc2025.org
EMC Europe 2025
September 1-5, 2025 – Paris, France
https://premc.org/emceurope2025
47th Annual Electrical Overstress/Electrostatic Discharge Symposium
September 13-18, 2025 – Riverside, California (U.S.)
https://www.esda.org/events/47th-annual-eosesd-symposium-and-exhibits
European Microwave Week 2025
September 21-26, 2025 – Utrecht, The Netherlands
https://www.eumweek.com
The Battery Show 2025, North America
October 6-9, 2025 – Detroit, Michigan (U.S.)
https://thebatteryshow.com
47th Annual Meeting and Symposium of the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association (AMTA)
November 2-7, 2025 – Tucson, Arizona (U.S.)
https://2025.amta.org
IEEE EMC Society 2025 Regional Events
2025 Chicago IEEE EMC Mini Symposium
May 6, 2025 – Schaumburg, Illinois (U.S.)
http://www.emcchicago.org/sectfiles/events.htm
Southeastern Michigan EMC Fest 2025
May 8, 2025 – Livonia, Michigan (U.S.)
http://www.emcfest.org
2025 Minnesota EMC Event
September 25, 2025 – Bloomington, Minnesota (U.S.)
https://www.mnemcevent.com
We hope this list will help you meet your professional development goals in 2025. Many additional trainings and events will be planned throughout the year, so be sure to check our events calendar at https://incompliancemag.com/calendar to find the most up-to-date information. Another way to brush up on the basics and delve deep into advanced topics is by visiting our online resource center, the In Compliance Electrical Engineering Resource Center (EERC) at
http://incompliancemag.com/eerc.
In the meantime, we hope that the year ahead brings only good health and happiness to you and your loved ones!
