Develop your auditing competence based on the new ISO 9001:2026 standard. This CQI & IRCA-certified Lead Auditor training has been fully updated to reflect the latest requirements and expectations for quality management systems. You will gain the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, conduct and lead audits against ISO 9001:2026.
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The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of quality management systems against ISO 9001:2026, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable.
In detail, the training course will provide students with the basis to become a competent Lead Auditor, including via the following:
Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of ISO 9001 requirements, quality management terminology and the intended outcomes of a quality management system, including customer satisfaction and continual improvement.
Knowledge of the PDCA cycle, the process approach, risks and opportunities, organisational knowledge, and the relationship between leadership, policy, objectives, planning, implementation, performance evaluation and continual improvement will support successful course completion.
Attendance of a QMS Foundation Course in advance is recommended.
ISO 9001:2026 strengthens the strategic role of quality management systems while maintaining the familiar structure and principles of ISO 9001. The revision responds to evolving business challenges, increased stakeholder expectations and the need for organisations to build a stronger quality culture, enhance resilience and manage change more effectively.
The revised standard introduces new requirements related to quality culture and ethical behaviour. Leadership is expected to play a more active role in promoting behaviours and values that support sustained quality performance throughout the organisation
Clause 6.1 has been restructured to provide a clearer distinction between risks and opportunities. Organisations are expected to take a more systematic approach to identifying, evaluating and addressing both elements within their quality management system.
ISO 9001:2026 places greater emphasis on planning and managing changes to the quality management system. Communication, monitoring, evaluation and review activities are expected to be integrated into change planning processes.
Previously introduced climate change amendments have now been fully integrated into the standard through Clauses 4.1 and 4.2, reinforcing the need to consider relevant climate-related issues and stakeholder expectations when determining the context of the organisation.
The requirements relating to organisational knowledge have been broadened, recognising the importance of knowledge management in achieving the intended results of the quality management system.
The revision incorporates updated terminology from ISO's Harmonised Structure and ISO 9000:2026. In addition, Annex A has been expanded to provide further clarification across the standard's requirements.
TÜV NORD CERT is an internationally recognized and reliable partner for auditing and certification services. Our experts and auditors have in-depth knowledge and are permanently employed by TÜV NORD. This guarantees independence, neutrality, and continuity in the support we provide to our customers. The advantage for you is obvious: our auditors accompany and support the development of your company and give you objective feedback.