ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System Internal Auditor (SkillsFuture-supported)*

At the end of the ISO 14001 internal auditor course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure and key requirements of ISO 14001:2026
• Explain the purpose and benefits of Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
• Identify relevant environmental laws, permits, licenses, and government agencies in Singapore
• Understand environmental aspects, impacts, risks, and opportunities within an organization
• Understand the principles and process of internal auditing within an EMS
• Explain different types of audits and internal audit programme requirements
• Understand audit objectives, scope, criteria, and audit planning requirements
• Develop audit checklists and prepare audit work documents
• Understand methods for collecting and verifying audit evidence through interviews, observations, and document review
• Identify conformity, nonconformity, and opportunities for improvement
• Understand audit reporting, corrective action follow-up, and continual improvement processes
• Understand the key updates and transition considerations from ISO 14001:2015 to ISO 14001:2026

• Introduction to Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
• Overview of ISO 14001:2026 and key updates from ISO 14001:2015
• Environmental laws, regulations, licenses, and permits in Singapore
• Environmental agencies and sustainability initiatives
• ISO 14000 family and PDCA approach
• Context of the organisation and interested parties
• Leadership and environmental policy
• Environmental aspects, impacts, risks, and opportunities
• Environmental objectives and lifecycle perspective
• Resources, competence, awareness, and communication
• Documented information requirements
• Operational controls and emergency preparedness
• Monitoring, measurement, and evaluation concepts
• Introduction to EMS internal auditing concepts and audit principles
• Audit programme management
• Audit objectives, scope, criteria, and audit planning
• Audit checklist preparation and work documents
• Conducting opening meetings and audit interviews
• Collecting and verifying audit evidence
• Audit findings, nonconformities, and opportunities for improvement
• Closing meetings and audit reporting
• Corrective actions and audit follow-up
• Case studies, audit exercises, and role-play activities
• ISO 14001:2026 transition overview
  
  
  
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The ISO 14001:2026 internal auditor certification course is suitable for:

• Management representatives
• Environmental Management System (EMS) and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) managers
• ISO 14001 EMS steering committee members
• EMS leads and internal auditors
  
• ISO 14001 legal updating, environment management monitoring, and conformance personnel
• Internal Auditors
• Compliance Officers
• Consultants

While prior knowledge of quality management systems is preferable, it is not mandatory. This course accommodates individuals at different stages of their careers. Beginners can gain a solid foundation, while experienced professionals can hone their skills and stay abreast of EMS standard.

The ISO 14001:2026 internal auditor training will enhance your career prospects and employability in organisations seeking compliance with EMS. Aftercompleting the course, participants may support organisations in activitiessuch as:

• Developing a detailed internal audit plan, observation, collecting evidence, and sampling documents and records
• Determining the scope of the internal audit planning for the year
• Creating audit reports and processing documents
• Advising on ways to measure the effectiveness of corrective action
• Creating and maintaining proper channels of communication with the management and the audit committee

The course content and structure are designed by the domain experts from TÜV SÜD. With immense experience and knowledge of the relevant standards, our team of product specialists and technical experts at TÜV SÜD have developed the course content based on the current business landscape and market requirements.

Upon successfully completing the 2-day ISO 14001:2026 training, participants will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate demonstrates their knowledge of ISO 14001:2026 EMS standard and their competence to effectively work as an internal auditor in an organisation.

There will be two modes of assessment at the end of the class, namely, a written test and a case study assessment.

You will receive a certificate of completion from TÜV SÜD at the end of the course. You will also receive a Statement of Attainment from SSG subject to your achievement of a Competency grading for the final assessments.

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1. Can I also attend e-learning courses on top of attending the ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System course?
Yes, you can register for any e-learning course at TÜV SÜD.

2. What is the funding eligibility criteria?

Self-sponsored learners: Up to 50% of course fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents between 21 and 39 years old, and up to 70% of course fees for Singapore Citizens above 40 years old.

Company-sponsored learners:
1. SME employers who sponsor the following persons can apply for up to 70% funding
2. All employers can apply for absentee payroll
a. Singapore Citizens and PR: $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year
b. Singapore Citizens aged 30 and above (or Persons with Special Needs aged 13 and above), earning a monthly salary ≤$2,500: 95% of hourly basic salary, capped at $13 per hour

3. How do I enroll for the ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System course?
To enrol and check your eligibility for SSG funding, please click on ‘Request training schedule’ button and fill up the form. Our team will contact you for the next steps to evaluate your eligibility for this course and enrolment procedures.

4. What is the ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System course methodology?
Participants will learn through lectures, case studies, group exercises and discussions.

5. Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Yes, please contact us at [email protected]for more details. Terms and conditions apply.