ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training

Course Overview

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor course intends to provide participants with the necessary expertise to perform first-, second- and third-party audits of a quality management system and report on the compliance and effectiveness of the system. The course covers ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems requirements and provides guidance on how to plan and conduct an audit in accordance with ISO 19011 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems.

EAS is a sister organization of IAS, which provides the IRCA Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course online. The course is led by experienced tutors who are experts in the field of quality management and includes a mix of classroom lectures, case studies, and group exercises.

Why Take the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course?

The most important reason is that it will allow you to effectively audit an organization's quality management system (QMS). This is beneficial for businesses, as it helps ensure their QMS meets all of the requirements necessary for ISO 9001 certification. In addition, the course helps you develop a better understanding of how to effectively manage and monitor a QMS, and how to assess an organization's compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.

What the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course Covers

The course combines ISO 9001:2015 requirements with the auditing discipline of ISO 19011, covering:

• The structure of ISO 9001:2015 (the Annex SL high-level structure) and the seven quality management principles.
• Context of the organization and the needs of interested parties (Clause 4).
• Leadership, the quality policy, and organizational roles and responsibilities (Clause 5).
• Planning — quality objectives and risk-based thinking (Clause 6).
• Support — resources, competence, awareness, and documented information (Clause 7).
• Operation — operational planning and control of products and services (Clause 8).
• Performance evaluation — monitoring, measurement, internal audit, and management review (Clause 9).
• Improvement — nonconformity, corrective action, and continual improvement (Clause 10).
• Audit principles, audit types (first-, second-, third-party), and the full audit lifecycle: planning, preparing checklists, conducting the audit, gathering objective evidence, grading nonconformities, reporting, and follow-up.

Benefits of the Course

By taking our ISO 9001 lead auditor training, you can enjoy the following benefits:

• Helps you develop an in-depth understanding of the ISO 9001 Quality Management standard and its requirements.
• Enables you to conduct effective audits of Quality Management Systems (QMS) against the ISO 9001 standard.
• Provides you with the skills and knowledge required to lead a team of auditors.
• Teaches you how to plan and prepare for an audit, as well as how to report on the findings.
• Helps you understand the principles of auditing and how to apply them in a variety of situations.
• Gives you the confidence to communicate effectively with senior management and other stakeholders.
• Provides you with an internationally recognized qualification that can boost your career prospects.

Who Should Attend

The course is designed for anyone who wants to develop the skills and knowledge to lead an audit team, or who wants to understand how to effectively audit a QMS — and for those who wish to develop a better understanding of the ISO 9001 standard and its requirements, such as:

• Quality Managers
• Quality Assurance Managers
• Quality Control Managers

Prerequisites

Candidates are recommended to have a good understanding of quality management principles and terminology. It is also recommended that participants have experience working in a quality-related role within an organization. It would be beneficial if the candidate holds an ISO 9001 internal auditor certification.

Duration & Delivery

IAS conducts the ISO 9001 lead auditor course as a full-time course of 5 days (40 hours), available for both continuous and weekend-based schedules.

Assessment & Certification

Continuous Assessment: candidates are evaluated throughout the course on attendance, active participation, completion of individual and group exercises, and professional engagement during class discussions.

IRCA Examination: at the end of the course — whether delivered in a classroom, virtual, or in-house setting — participants complete the IRCA examination, conducted online. The examination specifications are as follows:

Candidates taking the exam in languages other than English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, or Traditional Mandarin will complete a paper-based version.

Certification: participants achieving 70% or higher in continuous assessment, plus 50% or above in the final examination, will receive a CQI/IRCA-accredited certificate of successful course completion, recognized globally. Candidates who do not meet this threshold will be issued a certificate of attendance.

Enrolment Process

Start your professional journey by contacting us about the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course today. Refer to our ISO 9001 lead auditor course frequently asked questions to learn more!