ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course

TÜV UK’s ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course is your gateway to becoming a certified Lead Auditor in Quality Management Systems. Our course is designed to provide you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to conduct effective audits, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Our Lead Auditor Training Course is CQI and IRCA certified, offering a high standard of education and global recognition. This comprehensive programme covers all aspects of auditing quality management systems, equipping you with the expertise to perform first, second, and third-party audits of quality management systems against ISO 9001:2015, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable.

The training course will thoroughly prepare students to become proficient Lead Auditors by covering the following areas:

Understanding the purpose of a Quality Management System (QMS)
Clarifying the auditor's role in planning, conducting, reporting, and following up on a QMS audit in line with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021
Highlighting the advantages of implementing a QMS
Exploring the benefits of third-party accredited certification
Familiarising with the concepts and terminology outlined in the standard
Discussing the requirements for QMS documentation and distinguishing between documents, documented procedures and records
Learning how to write nonconformity reports
Explaining the purpose and differences between first-party, second-party, and third-party certification audits of management systems

This course is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their auditing skills, including:

Quality managers
Internal and external auditors
Consultants
Anyone involved in the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems

Students are expected to understand the following concepts related to management systems, quality management, and ISO 9001 requirements:

The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle
The key components of a management system and the connections between top management responsibility, policy, objectives, planning, implementation, measurement, review, and continuous improvement
The essential concepts and the seven quality management principles (refer to ISO 9000)
The link between quality management and customer satisfaction
Familiarity with ISO 9001 requirements and commonly used quality management terms and definitions, as outlined in ISO 9000, which can be acquired by completing an IRCA Certified QMS Foundation Training course or an equivalent program

For those lacking this prior knowledge, it is advisable to attend a QMS Foundation Course beforehand.

Course Benefits

Globally Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion, you will receive a CQI and IRCA certified Lead Auditor certificate, enhancing your professional credentials.
Practical Skills: Develop actionable skills that can be immediately applied in your workplace.
Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced instructors who are experts in the field of quality management.

How to Enrol

Ready to take the next step in your career? Enrol in our ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course today. For more information on dates and availability or to register, contact us.

Join TÜV UK and become a leader in quality management auditing. We look forward to supporting your professional journey.