About this course
The ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead Auditor Training is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence required to effectively plan, conduct, report, and follow up Quality Management System audits. The course is based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and internationally recognised auditing principles, enabling participants to perform first-party (internal), second-party (supplier), and third-party certification audits.
Through instructor-led sessions, practical exercises, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of audit planning, evidence collection, interviewing techniques, nonconformity reporting, corrective actions, and audit programme management. The training focuses on developing the competence required to assess organisational compliance and drive continual improvement within Quality Management Systems.
Upon successful completion, participants will have the knowledge and practical understanding needed to confidently lead QMS audits, support certification activities, improve organisational processes, and pursue professional opportunities in quality management and auditing.
Through instructor-led sessions, practical exercises, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of audit planning, evidence collection, interviewing techniques, nonconformity reporting, corrective actions, and audit programme management. The training focuses on developing the competence required to assess organisational compliance and drive continual improvement within Quality Management Systems.
Upon successful completion, participants will have the knowledge and practical understanding needed to confidently lead QMS audits, support certification activities, improve organisational processes, and pursue professional opportunities in quality management and auditing.
Everything you get
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Live instructor-led sessions
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Downloadable templates and working documents
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Full learning management system access
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Realistic simulated audit case study
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Exam Registration Assistance
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Digital certificate on successful completion
Learning outcomes
OUTCOME 1
Explain the purpose, structure and requirements of ISO 9001
OUTCOME 2
Describe the role of an auditor per ISO 19011
OUTCOME 3
Plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit
OUTCOME 4
Evaluate conformity and grade findings objectively
OUTCOME 5
Apply risk-based thinking during audits
OUTCOME 6
Identify and classify audit findings
OUTCOME 7
Prepare professional audit reports
Practical, job-ready skills
Where this can take you
Step 1
Internal QMS Auditor
Audit your organization's quality management system.
Step 2
QMS Lead Auditor
Lead certification audits for external organizations.
Step 3
Quality Systems Manager
Oversee organization-wide quality compliance programmes.
Step 4
Quality Assurance Manager
Step 5
Compliance Manager
Step 6
ISO Consultant
Step 7
Supplier Auditor
Step 8
Third-Party Auditor
Course modules
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Module 1: QMS Fundamentals & ISO 9001 Requirements
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Module 2: Audit Principles & Auditor Roles
3
Module 3: Audit Planning & Stage 1 Review
4
Module 4: Conducting the Stage 2 Audit
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Module 5: Evidence Gathering & Interviewing Techniques
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Module 6: Nonconformities, Grading & Reporting
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Module 7: Closing Meetings & Corrective Action Follow-up
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Module 8: Audit Programme Management & Professional Ethics
Format & delivery
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Live virtual instructor-led sessions
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One continuous case study audited end-to-end
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Choice of intensive or part-time schedule
How you're assessed
Assessment is continuous through in-course activities, plus a final objective examination lasting approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, open book. Your first exam attempt is included in the course fee. A certificate is issued shortly after a passing result.
Who should attend
- Quality managers and coordinators
- Internal auditors moving to certification auditing
- Consultants supporting ISO 9001 implementation
- Professionals pursuing QMS lead auditor certification
- Quality Assurance Professionals
- Compliance Managers
- Process Improvement Professionals
Frequently asked questions
What does this course cover? +
The full requirements of ISO 9001, audit principles per ISO 19011, and the complete audit lifecycle from planning to reporting.
Do I need prior auditing experience? +
No prior auditing experience is required. A basic understanding of ISO 9001 is helpful.
Is the exam included in the course fee? +
Yes, your first exam attempt is included and registration is handled for you.
What format is the training delivered in? +
Live online via video conferencing, with a continuous simulated audit case study.
Can I reschedule if I miss a batch? +
Yes, subject to availability, contact us ahead of your scheduled start date.