Course Outline
Learning objectives
- Understand the operations of a Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001
- Recognize the relationship between ISO 9001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Comprehend the auditor's role in planning, leading, and following up on management system audits per ISO 19011
- Learn how to lead an audit and manage the audit team
- Learn to interpret ISO 9001 requirements within the context of a QMS audit
- Acquire the auditor competencies to plan, lead, draft reports, and follow up on audits in compliance with ISO 19011
Educational approach
- The training combines theoretical concepts with best practices used in QMS audits
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and real-world examples
- Practical exercises involve examples and case study discussions
- Practice tests are designed to be similar to the Certification Exam
PECB ISO 9001 Certification Path and Requirements
Upon successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of four professional credentials based on your overall experience level. All credentials require passing the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or an approved equivalent) and signing the PECB Code of Ethics.
1. Certified ISO 9001 Provisional Auditor
Suitable for newcomers who have mastered the theoretical concepts of quality management but lack practical field experience.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: None required
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Audit/Project Experience: None required
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
2. Certified ISO 9001 Auditor
Designed for professionals with foundational experience in quality management and audit environments.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Two years in total, with at least one year of specific work experience in Quality Management
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Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 200 hours of qualifying project and audit activities in total
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
3. Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
The standard credential for experienced professionals fully qualified to plan, execute, and lead quality management system (QMS) audit teams.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Five years in total, with at least two years of specific work experience in Quality Management
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Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 300 hours of qualifying project and audit activities in total
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
4. Certified ISO 9001 Senior Lead Auditor
The highest tier for expert practitioners with comprehensive, long-term leadership experience managing complex quality management system audits.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Ten years in total, with at least seven years of specific work experience in Quality Management
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Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 1,000 hours of qualifying project and audit activities in total
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
Note on Qualifying Audit Activities: To meet PECB requirements, your logged hours must involve active components of the assessment process, such as planning audits, managing audit programs, reviewing documentation, conducting on-site audits, drafting nonconformity or final reports, and leading an audit team.
https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/iso-9001/iso-9001-lead-auditor
Requirements
A basic understanding of ISO 9001 and a comprehensive grasp of audit principles.
Testimonials (1)
The quizzes to reinforce the reading and the ability to ask questions at any time
