Description

Become a certified leader in quality management audits with our PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course. This program enables you to learn and apply recognised auditing principles aimed at performing efficient Quality Management System (QMS) audits. Effective for auditors, professionals, technical experts, and individuals looking to pursue a career in conformity assessment, this 5-day course culminates with an exam, which attained with success, grants you a PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor credentials.

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Course overview

Our ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course will equip you with the necessary skills to conduct high-quality audits in your organisation. This five-day intensive course (approx. 40 hours online) is focused on understanding ISO 9001 requirements and the broad applications of audit principles, procedures, and techniques from an auditor's perspective. The course is designed around a blend of theory and practice, providing real-world examples, exercises, and quizzes for reinforcement.

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor course is recommended for those desiring to perform and lead Quality Management System (QMS) audits, professionals seeking to adopt PECB's AMS2 Methodology for conducting audits, individuals responsible for ISO 9001 conformity, technical experts preparing for a QMS audit, and those interested in a career in conformity assessment.

The successful completion of this course and subsequent exam will earn you the prestigious "PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor" credential, an internationally recognised certificate validating your auditing skills and capabilities in quality management based on ISO 9001 standards.

The PECB University credit transfer option will also be available to any attendee who successfully completes this course, making the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor credential apart of your academic journey as well.

Course outcomes

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor course equips you with the competence to conduct quality management system (QMS) audits, adhering to globally acknowledged audit principles, procedures, and techniques. On completion of the comprehensive 5-days training, you will be able to:

- Understand the core concepts and principles of a QMS based on ISO 9001

- Evaluate the compliance of a QMS to ISO 9001 requirements in accordance with audit fundamentals

- Plan, conduct and conclude an ISO 9001 audit compliant with ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 19011 guidelines

- Manage an ISO 9001 audit program.

To gain the most out of this course, having rudimentary knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS requirements and audit principles is necessary. Completing the course and successfully passing the exam makes you eligible to apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor” credential. This credential signifies your professional auditing capabilities for QMS as per ISO 9001. The course is worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.

More details

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is a comprehensive program that combines recogniaed audit principles, procedures, and techniques with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements and ISO 19011 recommendations. This curriculum integrates these components into a coherent methodology, enabling successful planning, conducting, and concluding ISO 9001 conformity assessment audits.

The training course not only provides a theoretical basis but also employs examples, exercises, and quizzes to help students grasp key aspects of conformity assessment audits. These include interpretation of ISO 9001 requirements, principles of auditing, application of audit methods, evidence collection and verification approaches, leading an audit team, drafting nonconformity reports, and preparation of the final audit report.

If you pass the exam following the training course, you will be eligible to apply for the "PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor" credential. This UKAS accredited and internationally recognised certification validates your professional capabilities and verifies your proficiency to audit a QMS based on ISO 9001.

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is intended for audiences like auditors who aim to lead QMS audits on certification bodies' behalf, professionals aspiring to adopt PECB's AMS2 Methodology for conducting audits, individuals accountable for maintaining ISO 9001 requirements conformity, technical experts preparing for a QMS audit, and professionals seeking a career in conformity assessment.

Among others, the fundamental learning objectives of this training course are to explain ISO 9001-based QMS's key concepts and principles, interpret ISO 9001 requirements from an auditor's view, evaluate QMS conformity to ISO 9001 requirements, and manage an ISO 9001 audit program.

This participant-centred training course includes theories and best practices used in ISO management system audits, illustrated lecture sessions, practical exercises, interaction through questions and suggestions, and quizzes tailored to prepare the participants for the certification exam. The main prerequisites for this training course are a basic understanding of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS and a thorough knowledge of audit principles.

The course lasts five days, with each day dedicated to a specific area of knowledge. The final day is reserved for the certification exam, which covers seven competency domains. Upon successfully completing the exam, you can apply for a credential, receiving a certificate once you meet all requirements related to the selected credential.

The training duration is 5 days, and participants will receive a CPD certification worth 31 credits. In case of failing the exam, a retake is allowed. More details on the schedule and offerings can be found on the PECB website. This certification also counts as a credit course in PECB University study programs.

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?

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is targeted towards auditors aiming to perform and lead QMS audits on behalf of certification bodies, professionals interested in adopting PECB’s AMS2 Methodology for conducting audits, individuals responsible for maintaining ISO 9001 conformity, technical experts preparing for a QMS audit, and professionals looking to build a career in conformity assessment. A comprehensive understanding of ISO 9001 requirements and strong knowledge of auditing principles are necessary prerequisites for this course.

What are the prerequisites?

To participate in the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course, you must have a fundamental understanding of ISO 9001 requirements for a Quality Management System (QMS) and possess comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.

How is the learning delivered?

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is delivered through a blend of the following educational approaches: lecture sessions enriched with examples based on case studies, practical exercises derived from a case study, and interaction among participants through questions and suggestions. The training course is also comprised of stand-alone and scenario-based quizzes, which are specifically designed to prepare participants for the certification exam. The course gives a practical understanding of conformity assessment audits and prepares participants to effectively plan, conduct, and close ISO 9001 audits.

What assessments are involved?

Assessments for the course include the "PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor" exam, which covers seven competency domains such as fundamental principles and concepts of a quality management system, QMS requirements, fundamental audit concepts and principles, preparing an ISO 9001 audit, conducting an ISO 9001 audit, closing an ISO 9001 audit, and managing an ISO 9001 audit program. After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for a relevant PECB certification.

How much time should I allow?

This course takes a total of five days to complete, including the examination. Set aside three hours for the examination at the end of the coursework.

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