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ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

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The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to perform a Quality Management System (QMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques. During this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and the certification process according to ISO/IEC 17021-1.

Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master the audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, communication with customers, and conflict resolution.

After acquiring the necessary expertise to perform this audit, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Auditor Certificate, you will demonstrate that you have the capabilities and competencies to audit organizations based on best practices.

Format

Instructor-Led
Length

Vendor

PECB
Topic

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001

Day 2: Audit principles, preparation and launching of an audit

Day 3: On-site audit activities

Day 4: Closing the audit

Day 5: Certification Exam

Course Objectives

  • Understand the operations of a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001
  • Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 9001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Understand the auditor’s role to: plan, lead and follow-up on a management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011
  • Learn how to lead an audit and audit team
  • Learn how to interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 in the context of a QMS audit
  • Acquire the competencies of an auditor to: plan an audit, lead an audit, draft reports, and follow-up on an audit in compliance with ISO 19011

Target Audience

  • Auditors seeking to perform and lead Quality Management System (QMS) certification audits
  • Managers or consultants seeking to master a Quality Management System audit process
  • Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with QMS requirements
  • Technical experts seeking to prepare for a Quality Management System audit
  • Expert advisors in Quality Management

Educational Approach

  • This training is based on both theory and best practices used in QMS audits
  • Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples
  • Practical exercises include examples and case study discussions
  • Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam

Prerequisites

A fundamental understanding of ISO 9001 and comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.

 

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Quality Management System (QMS)

Domain 2: Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles

Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO 9001 audit

Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 9001 audit

Domain 6: Closing an ISO 9001 audit

Domain 7: Managing an ISO 9001 audit programme

Certification

  • After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 9001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.The requirements for PECB Auditor Certifications are:
    Credential Exam Professional experience MS audit/assessment experience Other requirements
    PECB Certified ISO 9001 Provisional Auditor PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
    PECB Certified ISO 9001 Auditor PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Two years: One year of work experience in Quality Management Audit activities: a total of 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
    PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Five years: Two years of work experience in Quality Management Audit activities: a total of 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
    PECB Certified ISO 9001 Senior Lead Auditor PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam or equivalent Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Quality Management Audit activities: a total of 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

     

    Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme. For more detailed information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to the following link: https://pecb.com/en/master-credentials.

    To be considered valid, these audits should follow best audit practices and include the following activities:
    1. Audit planning
    2. Audit interview
    3. Managing an audit program
    4. Drafting audit reports
    5. Drafting nonconformity reports
    6. Drafting audit working documents
    7. Documentation review
    8. On-site audit
    9. Follow-up on nonconformities
    10. Leading an audit team

Inclusions

With CCS Learning Academy, you’ll receive:

  • Instructor-led training
  • Collaboration with classmates (not currently available for the self-paced course)
  • Real-world learning activities and scenarios
  • Certification fees are included in the exam price.
  • Participants will be provided with training material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information and practical examples.
  • An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
  • In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake the exam within 12 months following the initial exam for free
  • Exam scheduling support*
  • Enjoy job placement assistance for the first 12 months after course completion.
  • This course is eligible for CCS Learning Academy’s Learn and Earn Program: get a tuition fee refund of up to 50% if you are placed in a job through CCS Global Tech’s Placement Division*
  • Government and Private pricing available.*

Self-Study option available with Training material and Certification voucher at $ 1095 (Instructor-led training not included).*

*For more details call: 858-208-4141 or email: training@ccslearningacademy.com; sales@ccslearningacademy.com

 

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