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December
08
2025

Successful CLS certification

Congratulations on passing the exam and obtaining internationally recognized certification!

After our last CLS preparation course from December 1 01.12. until December 4, 2025 Thomas Bergmann, Senior Lubrication Field Engineer at ExxonMobil, has successfully passed the online exam to become a CLS (Certified Lubrication Specialist).

Practical preparation for the CLS exam

In our practice-oriented seminar, participants learn about all relevant topics relating to the selection, application, and monitoring of lubricants—from the basics to advanced techniques and current standards.
Experienced speakers with practical experience impart in-depth specialist knowledge and provide targeted, structured preparation for the CLS certification exam.

The courses are offered in both German and English to provide our participants with the greatest possible flexibility.

Prepare yourself thoroughly and comprehensively for the Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) certification exam offered by the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) with our intensive 4-day seminar. This specially designed training course goes far beyond traditional lubricant seminars and provides in-depth expertise on:

  • Lubricants and lubrication technology
  • Technical application in various plants and units
  • Condition monitoring, oil maintenance, and analysis
  • Relevant standards, guidelines, and current developments

Your advantage: Practical exam training with experienced experts, compact knowledge, and optimal preparation for the CLS exam.

Information about the CLS certification exam (STLE)

To participate in the CLS certification exam, you must register directly with STLE at least two weeks before the desired exam date.
Registration is done independently and conveniently through the STLE online portal.

Flexible and location-independent: Online exam with certified supervision

Since 2021, the STLE has offered the opportunity to take the CLS exam online and remotely – whether at home, in the office, or in a quiet room with a stable internet connection.
Requirements for participation are:

  • Laptop or tablet with webcam and headset
  • Secure and stable internet connection
  • Quiet, undisturbed environment

Our participant took the exam online the very next day at our OilDoc Academy—under optimal conditions and with the usual professional support on site.

Next CLS preparation courses at OilDoc

Take advantage of this opportunity and prepare for your CLS certification early on:

  • English-language CLS preparation course: April 20. – April 23. 2026
  • German-language CLS preparation course: May 4 – Mai 07. 2026

Secure your place in good time and benefit from our intensive, practical training to successfully prepare for the Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) exam.