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Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training

Equip your auditors with the knowledge and skills to master the art of auditing.

Provide your audit manager and audit team with the skills to set up and conduct ISO 9001 audits and lead audit teams in the specific context of your company. This hands-on and intensive course is facilitated by an IRCA registered instructor / lead auditor who specializes in combining lectures with practical activities. Online exam and certification for each participant included.

5 days | Up to 10 participants | Exemplar Global Certification

USD 7,790.00

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Description

The Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training is ideal for organizations looking to train an audit team and provide them with extensive, company-specific audit skills to maximize the value of their internal audit program.

This intensive course equips your newly assigned auditors with the certification, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform audits, manage an audit program, and lead a team of auditors. By combining tailor-made content with hands-on, guided auditing activities, this course is highly effective in developing practical skill sets needed to conduct value-added audits.

As part of the training program, participants will have ample opportunities to practice and refine their newfound skills through a wide variety of authentic, supervised auditing exercises at your company. To maximize the benefits of the practice audits, it is recommended that your company's ISO 9001 system be fully implemented. However, if you schedule the course earlier during your ISO implementation, the practice audits can be used to support your implementation efforts.

Accredited by Exemplar Global, this high-quality course meets the requirements of ISO 19011:2018 and is accepted worldwide.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training, participants will:

Have the practical skills to conduct a complete audit, including preparation, opening and closing meetings, auditing, and writing audit reports

Be able to add business value to audits and your company's audit program

Have the skills to manage and lead a team of auditors

Be recognized as Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Be eligible for registration as an Exemplar Global Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Course Content

The course utilizes a combination of lectures, discussions, and role plays to engage participants, along with guided, hands-on auditing exercises of actual processes at your company. The course content includes the following topics:

The ISO 9001 standard from the auditor's point of view

Interpretation of the ISO 9001:2015 requirements and indicators for compliance in the context of your company

The roles and responsibilities of staff involved in the audit process

Audit planning

Managing audits and leading auditors

Auditing tools and techniques

Audit reporting and recording of nonconformities

Follow-up activities and verification of corrective action

Extensive supervised auditing exercises to develop auditing skills in real-life settings at your company

Examination and Certification

After completing the course and receiving their Certificate of Attendance (evidence of training), participants have the opportunity to take the Lead Auditor Exam free of charge. Graduates who pass the exam will receive the Lead Auditor Certification, as evidenced by our Certificate of Attainment.

The optional exam is computer-based, in a multiple-choice format, and has a passing score of 70%. There is no time limit for the exam, and participants can retake it unlimited times without any additional charges.

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Customized To Your Needs

This training course is tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of your organization, making it more relevant and effective. The customization includes:

Exercises and activities based on your organization's procedures and records

Review and interpretation of ISO 9001 requirements in the context of your organization

Focus on requirements that are of particular interest to your organization

Auditing practice conducted at your organization's processes

Opportunity for questions and discussions on topics specific to your organization

Teaching style and speed adapted to the needs of course participants

Exemplar Global

9001Simplified is an Exemplar Global Certified Training Provider and Examiner (TPECS), which provides several benefits for course participants:

A course that meets the highest international standards

Graduates will receive an Exemplar Global certification recognized internationally

Meets the education requirements for optional registration as an Exemplar Global Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Access to Exemplar Global online events and resources, including webinars and the ExemplarLink community where you can interact with other graduates and industry professionals

Certificate: Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training

Professional Certification

Graduates of this course will be recognized as Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditors and receive a prestigious Certificate of Attainment with the following features:

Proof of attaining Exemplar Global Competency Units for Quality Management (QM), Auditing Management Systems (AU), and Leading Audit Teams (TL)

4.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professional development

Easy and reliable verification of authenticity using blockchain technology

Digital integration with LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social media platforms to securely promote your professional skills

Hands-On Training

Our Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training follows a "learning by doing" approach. The course extensively utilizes exercises and activities to build real skills and deliver the most effective learning experience.

Live Audit Exercises
The training includes extensive live audit exercises where participants will develop practical skill sets required to conduct value-added audits. These live audit exercises are supervised and guided, taking place right at your organizational processes.

Other Activities
Participants will also engage in additional skill-building exercises, including interpretation of requirements, document review, checklist preparation, corrective action, and full audit role-play exercises.

Schedule and Start

To derive the maximum benefits from this course, it is recommended to schedule the lead auditor training after your entire ISO 9001 documentation has been developed. Remote training can be scheduled within 1 week of purchase, while on-site training requires at least 3 weeks' advance notice.

Upon purchase, please provide your preferred starting date, and we will contact you to confirm or find another mutually convenient schedule. We will also discuss customization and course agenda beforehand. In the event that we cannot agree on a date, a full refund will be promptly issued.

Our ISO 9001 Instructors

Colin Gray

Colin is a well-known speaker and experienced trainer, with more than 30 years of experience in training, consulting, and auditing. He has designed and implemented ISO 9001 systems in hundreds of companies and is an IRCA Certified Lead Auditor. more

Robin Bathurst

Robin has extensive experience in ISO 9001 quality management in the medical testing, medical devices, and manufacturing industries. With over 20 years of experience, Robin is an IRCA Certified Lead Auditor, an effective instructor, and an experienced management consultant. more

Andrew O'Reilly

Andrew has a passion for identifying sustainable process improvements, with over 25 years of ISO 9001 experience in the financial and service industries, as well as traditional manufacturing. He is an engaging instructor, experienced auditor, ASQ-certified Six Sigma Black Belt, and Prosci-certified Change Management Practitioner. more

Simon Keller

Simon is particularly skilled in explaining complex topics in simple language, making him an engaging instructor for several of our custom courses. He has over 25 years of experience in education and ISO 9001 quality management. more

Melodi Nelson

Melodi has over 25 years of experience in ISO 9001 quality management, auditing, and certifications, with extensive background knowledge of the food industry. She is an experienced IRCA Certified Lead Auditor. more

Included
Five days of customized tuition for up to 10 participants, course certificates, and all travel expenses (on-site option)

Prerequisites
No prior knowledge of ISO 9001 required. To prepare for the course, participants need to complete a set of exercises and familiarize themselves with the ISO 9001:2015 standard (and bring it to the course).

Facilities
For remote training, course participants need to be connected through video conferencing – either individually or in group settings. For on-site training, you need to provide a room with sufficient seating, a presentation screen and projector (with connection to a laptop), and refreshments.

Duration
5 days with 4.0 CEUs

Additional Information

Remote Training Option

The remote training experience is quite similar to the on-site version, except that participants receive instruction via video conferencing technology.

Despite being a live online course, participants have the same opportunities to interact with the instructor as if it was a classroom setting. In addition, participants could choose to take the training together in a conference room with video conferencing capabilities or connect from any remote location via their own device.

During the real-life audit exercises, participants will be expected to work as a team and visit various departments of their company. One team member is required to carry a mobile device with video communication technology and use a laptop for auditing electronic documentation.

We will prepare you thoroughly for this course, including explaining the process in detail, discussing relevant technologies, and testing connections. Although we currently use MS Teams and Join.me, we are also prepared to accommodate technologies that are already used in your company.

Our instructors have years of experience teaching this course remotely, and we encourage you to contact us with any concerns you may have about the online training experience.
Optional Exam and Certificate Options

Our Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training offers participants flexibility when it comes to exams and certificates. We provide two options:

Certificate of Attendance
Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance after completing the course; no final exam is necessary. The certificate meets the ISO 9001:2015 requirement for training records.

Certificate of Attainment
Alternatively, participants can opt for an online multiple-choice exam and earn their ISO 9001 Auditor Certification, which includes the Exemplar Global Competency Units QM, AU, and TL. This credential serves as evidence that all related competencies have been achieved and enables the learner to register as an Exemplar Global Certified Lead Auditor, making it an excellent choice for participants who want to demonstrate internationally recognized competence in quality management, auditing management systems, and Leading Audit Teams.

Both certificates include blockchain verification and can be shared digitally on social media platforms such as LinkedIn.
Multiple Exam Attempts

To achieve a passing score of 70%, participants can take the optional final exam as many times as they need. The exam is free of charge, and after answering all the questions, participants will receive a comprehensive review of their results and their final score.
Exemplar Global Competency Units

Exemplar Global Competency Units provide objective evidence of acquired competence, not just attendance records. They are issued based on the results of an examination that meets the stringent standards set by Exemplar Global. Only Exemplar Global Certified Training Providers and Examiners, such as 9001Simplified, are authorized to issue these units.

This certification benefits course participants as it provides internationally recognized evidence of competence in Quality Management (Exemplar Global QM), Auditing Management Systems (Exemplar Global AU), and Leading Audit Teams (Exemplar Global TL).
Onsite and Remote Learning Combination

Combining onsite and remote training is not recommended because remote training requires a different setup than simply filming an onsite course. Our lead auditor training is very hands-on, and the setup requirements for onsite and remote activities are different. By doing both kinds of training, the training delivery for both would be far from optimal.
Support for ISO 9001 Implementation

Not only does the Custom ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training offer internal and lead auditors hands-on training specifically tailored to fit their organization, but it can also support your company's ISO 9001 implementation efforts. The real-life audit exercises will help participants practice auditing skills while also encouraging staff to adopt ISO processes. Our instructors will identify opportunities to improve the ISO system and offer guidance on the implementation of better solutions. If requested, we can focus the audit exercises on specific areas of your organization.
Comparison with Custom ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training

The lead auditor course and the internal auditor course share similarities, such as covering ISO 9001 requirements. However, the lead auditor course includes additional topics such as leading audits and a team of auditors. The lead auditor course allows for sufficient time to discuss ISO 9001 requirements in the context of your organization and provides more opportunities to develop auditing skills in real-life exercises at your company. The lead auditor course is the better choice if scheduling and budget allow for it and will generate the best and most value-adding auditors.
Advantages of Custom Training

This custom course is an evolution of traditional, classroom-based training, and offers several benefits over other training methods. Our custom courses are finely tuned to the needs of your organization and its employees, rather than being a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Our trainers can adapt the course on the fly to adjust to the understanding and attitude of the participants. The course allows for specific questions and discussions of topics related to your organization. Participants can learn and practice auditing hands-on at their own organization. Our instructors are chosen not only for their experience, but also for their charisma and interpersonal skills. They are skilled at creating a relaxed environment that maximizes the participant's engagement and optimizes learning.

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