Description

The two-day ISO 9001 Foundation course offers comprehensive training on quality management concepts and the requirements for an ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS). This course is perfect for managers, consultants, professionals, and those seeking a career in quality management. Through the course, you'll gain an understanding of the roles of top management, risks, opportunities, quality policy, and many more facets of a QMS. After completing the course and passing the exam, you'll earn the "Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation" title, showcasing your proficiency in QMS and ISO 9001 requirements.

The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Hereby attests that this course fulfils the requirements of ANSI/ASTM E2659-18, Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. See certification here.

Course overview

The ISO 9001 Foundation course is a two-day training program (delivered online approx 16 hours) designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001. You will gain a holistic understanding of the requirements of a QMS, including the role of top management, risk and opportunity management, the importance of quality policy, and the procedures necessary for service provision activities, performance evaluation, and continual improvement.

This course is designed for managers, consultants, professionals responsible for quality management in their organisations, or individuals keen to pursue a career in quality management. You will not only grasp the concepts, principles, and definitions of quality management but also learn about the ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, and recognize the actions and approaches that organizations can adopt to conform to ISO 9001.

Upon completing the course and passing the subsequent exam, you can receive the "Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation" credential, demonstrating your knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, and enabling your involvement in QMS implementation projects.

Course participants are provided over 200 pages of instructional materials, along with an attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits. If the exam is not cleared in the first attempt, a retake can be done within 12 months at no additional cost. Certificate and exam fees are included in the price of the training course.

Course outcomes

The two-day ISO 9001 Foundation training course will acquaint you with critical elements of a Quality Management System (QMS). The focus will be on key concepts of quality management, which include top management’s significance, risks and opportunities, product and service provision processes, performance evaluation necessities, and the value of continual improvement. 

Participants will receive the knowledge required to describe quality management principles, explain the primary ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, and identify potential actions that organisations can take towards ISO 9001 conformation.

On successful completion of the exam post-training, you will be eligible to apply for the "Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation" designation, affirming your comprehension of ISO 9001’s demands for a QMS. This can help you contribute to QMS installation projects.

The training course requires no prerequisites. The course will provide 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits and includes course materials, examination, and certificate fees.

More details

Quality and its effective management form the backbone of any successful organization. ISO 9001 is the global standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS), providing a robust framework for organizations to improve their overall performance and maintain a high level of quality in their products and services.

This two-day ISO 9001 Foundation training course equips attendees with an understanding of the concepts of quality and quality management and introduces the ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS. It elaborates on multiple aspects of a QMS based on ISO 9001, including top management's role, potential risks and opportunities, the formulation of a quality policy, and vital processes involved in product and service delivery. Moreover, the training underscores the significance of performance evaluation and continual improvement.

On securing a "Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation" after successfully passing the exam, you will prove your understanding of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, thus contributing efficiently to QMS implementation projects in your organization.

The training course is interactive, with engaging lecture sessions enriched with graphics, examples, and discussions. Quizzes similar to the certificate exam stimulate participant involvement and enhance learning.

The course agenda encompasses an introduction to quality management concepts, QMS, and the detailed exposition of ISO 9001 clauses, stretching over two days.

Launching your career in quality management, enhancing your professional competency, or supervising quality management activities in your organization requires no prerequisites to attend this training. All you need is to successfully complete the course, pass the exam, and apply for the certificate.

Please note that the certification and examination fees are included in the course fee. PECB provides comprehensive instructional materials, along with an attestation of course completion that carries 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits. If you fail the exam, a free retake is allowed within 12 months.

Take the path toward quality with ISO 9001 Foundation training. Embrace excellence, and let success follow.

Let's get specific

Who are PECB?

PECB is an internationally recognised certification body that provides education, certification, and certificate programs for individuals on a wide range of disciplines. OHS.com.au is an authorised representative of PECB in Asia-Pacific.

Who is this course ideal for?

This course is intended for managers and consultants interested in quality management, professionals who wish to understand the ISO 9001 requirements for a quality management system, individuals involved in or responsible for quality management activities in their organizations, and those who aspire to start a career in quality management.

What are the prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites to participate in the ISO 9001 Foundation course. It's open to anyone interested in learning more about quality management and the ISO 9001 requirements for a Quality Management System.

How is the learning delivered?

The learning in this course is centred around the participant's understanding and application of concepts. It includes interactive lecture sessions with graphic illustrations, examples, and discussions. Participants are also engaged through question and answer sessions, suggestions, and quizzes that resemble the structure of the certificate exam. After completing the course, participants are given the opportunity to sit for a certification exam that tests the two major competency domains covered in the course.

What assessments are involved?

The assessments involved in this course are primarily through the final exam, which covers two main competency domains: Fundamental concepts and principles of quality management and a QMS based on ISO 9001, and ISO 9001 requirements for a quality management system. The exam is structured to fully meet the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. Additionally, throughout the course, participants are provided with quizzes that mimic the structure of the exam for practice.

How much time should I allow?

The course spans over two days, concluding with the certification exam. The duration of the exam is one hour.

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