Course Overview

The ISO 9001:2026 Transition training course is designed to help participants understand the key differences between ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2026. It provides a structured overview of the revised standard, highlighting new and revised requirements, and key concepts introduced in ISO 9001:2026.

Why Should You Attend?
The course provides a detailed overview of the main changes introduced in the revised edition of ISO 9001, more than a decade after ISO 9001:2015. The revision reflects developments in the business environment, including changing customer expectations, technological advances, global risks, sustainability considerations, and evolving organizational needs. While the standard retains its established process approach and Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) framework, several requirements have been clarified, reorganized, or expanded.

The course covers key changes, including a stronger focus on quality culture and ethical behavior, a clearer distinction between risks and opportunities, and expanded requirements for planning changes to the QMS. It also addresses updates related to organizational context, interested parties, organizational knowledge, customer communication, design and development, performance evaluation, management review, and continual improvement. Together, these revisions support a more effective and responsive approach to quality management, customer satisfaction, and organizational performance.

Upon completion of the training course, participants will be eligible to take the exam. Successful candidates may apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001:2026 Transition” credential. This internationally recognized certificate demonstrates the knowledge and professional capabilities required to transition and update a QMS in accordance with the revised ISO 9001:2026 requirements.

Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:

  • Individuals seeking to remain up to date with the requirements of ISO 9001

  • Individuals seeking to understand the differences between ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2026

  • Individuals responsible for transitioning a QMS from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026

  • Managers, auditors, trainers, and consultants involved in maintaining or auditing a QMS

  • Quality professionals wishing to update their ISO 9001 certificates

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the differences between ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 9001:2015

  • Interpret the new concepts and requirements of ISO 9001:2026

  • Plan and implement the necessary changes to an existing quality management system to ensure conformity to the requirements of ISO 9001:2026

Educational Approach

  • Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.

  • The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.

Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participating in this training course.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the ISO 9001:2026 Transition course?

The course covers two days of content, with the certification exam at the end of the second day. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.

Is the exam included in the price?

Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees, plus one free exam retake within 12 months.

What are the prerequisites for ISO 9001:2026 Transition?

There are no prerequisites to participating in this training course.

What changed in ISO 9001:2026?

The revision keeps the structure of ISO 9001:2015 but adds a stronger focus on quality culture and ethical behavior, a clearer distinction between risks and opportunities, and expanded requirements for planning changes to the QMS, with updates to context, interested parties, organizational knowledge, customer communication and performance evaluation.

Which formats and languages is ISO 9001:2026 Transition available in?

It is available as self-study in English or French, or as hybrid learning in English. Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.

Who issues the certificate?

PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001:2026 Transition” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.

The “PECB ISO 9001:2026 Transition” exam fully meets all the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Differences between main clauses of ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 9001:2015

Domain 2: Understanding, planning, and implementing ISO 9001:2026 changes

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the credential below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.

The requirements for the “PECB Certified ISO 9001:2026 Transition” certification are:

Credential Exam Professional experience QMS project experience Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO 9001:2026 Transition PECB ISO 9001:2026 Transition exam None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
  • Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course, with one free exam retake within 12 months
  • Candidates will receive more than 150 pages of comprehensive training materials, including quizzes.
  • An attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be awarded to the candidate.
  • If the initial exam is not passed, a free retake may be taken within 12 months of the course completion date. For self-study or eLearning courses, the 12-month period is calculated from the date of purchase.
Price range: CA$299.00 through CA$799.00
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Course agenda

Day 1: Introduction to ISO 9001:2026 and its comparison to ISO 9001:2015

Day 2: Clause-by-clause comparison between ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 9001:2015 and certification exam

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