ISO 9001-2015 Lead Auditor Course

The five-day course includes part of a formal training session and is aimed at working professionals registered under the QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor Registration Scheme. This enables trainees to gain expertise in audit jobs with various industries.

Course Content

• ISO 9000 series of standards
• 8 principles of quality management
• A process approach, including the PDCA cycle
• ISO 9001:2015 standard requirements
• Quality management system documentation
• Audit standard ISO 19011 requirements
• Roles and responsibilities of auditors
• Review plan
• Checklists, deviation reports
• Audit report
• Approval/audit records

The course is taught by highly qualified instructors and is complemented by international standard learning materials that enable participants to understand the essential concepts used in auditing quality management systems.

Students who complete this course may find that their auditing skills have improved and they are recognized as auditors or senior auditors. The short leading audit course also prepares students to design, plan and manage second and third party (internal and external audit) quality management systems in accordance with international standards and ISO 19011 principles.

Course Structure

The course is designed to be highly interactive and will help delegates improve their existing audit and evaluation skills. Candidates have to perform more practical tasks, as the main focus is on understanding the practical application of assessed skills and knowledge.

Delegates are provided with a real-world case study, enabling them to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom at each stage of the review or assessment process.

This course has been developed after careful analysis and expert research with the support of internationally recognized trainers and training consultants.