The PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is an advanced program designed to develop the professional competence necessary to plan, conduct, and manage Quality Management System (QMS) audits using widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques. This comprehensive course integrates the requirements of ISO/IEC 17021-1, the guidelines of ISO 19011, and other established auditing best practices into a structured methodology that enables participants to successfully perform ISO 9001 conformity assessment audits with confidence and rigor.

Why You Should Attend

This training course combines robust theoretical foundations with practical application, providing participants with the opportunity to practice the most critical aspects of conformity assessment auditing through real-world examples, targeted exercises, and scenario-based quizzes. Key areas of focus include:

• Interpretation of ISO 9001 requirements from an auditor’s perspective

• Application of fundamental audit principles and methods

• Approaches to evidence collection and verification

• Techniques for leading and managing an audit team

• Drafting clear, objective nonconformity reports

• Preparing comprehensive final audit reports

The training course concludes with a certification examination. Successful candidates may apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor” credential. This UKAS-accredited and internationally recognized certification validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and competence to audit a QMS against the requirements of ISO 9001.

Who Should Attend?

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is intended for:

• Auditors seeking to perform and lead QMS audits on behalf of certification bodies

• Professionals wishing to adopt PECB’s AMS2 Methodology for conducting management system audits

• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 9001 requirements within their organizations

• Technical experts seeking to prepare for participation in QMS audits

• Professionals pursuing a career in conformity assessment and third-party auditing

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a Quality Management System based on ISO 9001.

• Interpret ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS from the perspective of an auditor.

• Evaluate QMS conformity to ISO 9001 requirements in accordance with core audit concepts and principles.

• Plan, conduct, and close an ISO 9001 compliance audit in alignment with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other auditing best practices.

• Manage an ISO 9001 audit program.

Educational Approach

This participant-centered training course features:

• Comprehensive coverage of theories, approaches, and best practices employed in ISO management system audits.

• Lecture sessions enhanced by practical examples derived from case studies.

• Hands-on practical exercises based on a real-world case study, reinforcing key audit concepts.

• Dynamic interaction between participants and trainers through questions, discussion, and collaborative learning.

• Stand-alone and scenario-based quizzes, carefully designed to prepare participants thoroughly for the certification examination.

Prerequisites

The main requirements for participating in this training course are:

• A fundamental understanding of ISO 9001 requirements for a Quality Management System

• Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles and practices