Question 1

What is IQCDL?

Accepted Answer

IQCDL is the International Quantum Computing Driving License — the world's first international, AI-supported quantum-computing certification. Recognised in 50+ countries. Member of the IAIDL Group.

Question 2

Why is quantum certification urgent now?

Accepted Answer

The quantum threat — 'harvest now, decrypt later' — means long-shelf-life data is already at risk. NIST has published the first PQC standards (FIPS 203/204/205), and the EU PQC Roadmap targets 2026-2035 migration.

Question 3

What are the IQCDL levels?

Accepted Answer

Three progressive levels: (1) Quantum Computing for Everyone — free, zero-code, ~4 hours. (2) IQCDL Foundation — 3 days, 150-MCQ exam, 70% to pass, for leaders. (3) IQCDL Practitioner — 5 days, 150-MCQ exam, 75% to pass, for engineers. Prerequisite: Foundation + basic Python.

Question 4

What standards is IQCDL aligned to?

Accepted Answer

NIST FIPS 203/204/205, ISO/IEC 4879, ISO/IEC TR 29144, IEEE P7131/P7132, EU PQC Roadmap, NIS2 Directive.

Question 5

Is IQCDL recognised globally?

Accepted Answer

Yes — recognised in 50+ countries and available in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Chinese).

Question 6

How does IQCDL relate to IAIDL?

Accepted Answer

IQCDL and IAIDL are sister credentials within the IAIDL Group. IAIDL (2016) certifies AI competency; IQCDL applies the same model to quantum computing.

Question 7

How does the Quantum Guide AI assessment work?

Accepted Answer

The Quantum Guide is an AI assistant that interviews you about your organisational context and produces a tailored readiness score, risk profile and next steps in about 2 minutes, in any of the six supported languages.

Question 8

How do I become an IQCDL accredited training centre?

Accepted Answer

Centre accreditation is $1,500 USD per year with a minimum three-year commitment. Apply via admin@iqcdl.org.

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