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 Duration 35 hours

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Learning objectives

  • Comprehend the functioning of a Quality Management System (QMS) as defined by ISO 9001
  • Recognize the relationship between ISO 9001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Understand the auditor’s role in planning, leading, and following up on a management system audit in accordance with ISO 19011
  • Gain insights into leading an audit and managing an audit team
  • Learn to interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 within the context of a QMS audit
  • Develop the auditor competencies required to: plan an audit, lead an audit, draft reports, and follow up on an audit in compliance with ISO 19011

Educational approach

  • This training integrates theoretical foundations with best practices commonly used in QMS audits
  • Lecture sessions are enhanced with practical questions and real-world examples
  • Practical exercises feature illustrative examples and case study discussions
  • Practice tests are designed to mirror the Certification Exam

PECB ISO 9001 Certification Path and Requirements

Upon successfully passing the examination, you may apply for one of four professional credentials based on your total 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

This credential is ideal for those new to the field who have mastered the theoretical concepts of quality management but lack practical field experience.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: No prior experience required

  • Audit/Project Experience: No prior experience required

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

2. Certified ISO 9001 Auditor

Designed for professionals possessing a foundational level of experience in quality management and audit environments.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Two years in total, including at least one year of specific work experience in Quality Management

  • Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 200 hours of qualifying project and audit activities

  • 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.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Five years in total, including at least two years of specific work experience in Quality Management

  • Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 300 hours of qualifying project and audit activities

  • 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 in managing complex Quality Management System audits.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Ten years in total, including at least seven years of specific work experience in Quality Management

  • Audit/Project Experience: A minimum of 1,000 hours of qualifying project and audit activities

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

Note on Qualifying Audit Activities: To satisfy 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 solid grasp of ISO 9001 and a thorough understanding of audit principles.

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