CQI and IRCA Accredited Course that will help you acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit
CQI and IRCA Accredited Course that will help you acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit
COURSE DATES
23-27 February 2026
7/8/14/15/21 March 2026
9-13 March 2026
23-27 March 2026
6-10 April 2026
20-24 April 2026
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about the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead auditor course
The objective of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead Auditor course is to provide requisite knowledge and skills to plan, conduct and report a QMS audit according to the applicable audit principles, procedures and techniques. The training program makes the participants understand the roles and responsibilities of an auditor, interpretation of ISO 9001:2015 standard as well as the principles and practice of auditing. The 5-day course is a blend of training sessions, exercises and group discussions coupled with learning to achieve its set objectives.
Participants will be able
From comprehensive insights into ISO 9001:2015 to advanced auditing techniques, this QMS Lead Auditor course provides insights on:
1.QMS Concepts and ISO 9001:2015 standard
QMS concepts and benefits
Relationship between PDCA and ISO 9001:2015
ISO 9001:2015 standard requirements
QMS documentation
2.Auditing Concepts
Audit objectives and auditing principles
Types of audits
Audit methods
Audit process
3.Roles, Responsibilities, and Competency of Auditors
Auditor and lead auditor’s responsibilities
Competency of auditors
Auditor's qualification and certification
Auditor evaluation methods
4.Planning an Audit
Pre-audit planning
Reviewing documentation
Developing an audit plan
Preparing checklists or working documents
Communication factors
5.Conducting an Audit
Opening meeting
Effective interviewing techniques
Collecting and verifying objective/audit evidence
Identifying and recording nonconformities
Closing meeting
Do’s and Don’ts of auditing
6.Reporting Audit Results
Preparing the audit report
Distributing the audit report
7.Follow-up Actions
Follow-up actions of an audit
Corrective action of reporting
Follow-up scheduling
Monitoring corrective action
8.CQI|IRCA Certification
Registration process
Code of conduct
9.Written Examination (Online)
This course is designed for:
05 Days
Having a basic knowledge and understanding of Quality Management System - ISO 9001:2015 will be an added advantage.
TÜV SÜD is an approved training partner of CQI / IRCA and fulfils all compliances of the course PR328: QMS ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor holding training course reference No 2131. Participants who score 70% and above in continuous assessment, plus a minimum of 50% overall and in each section and above in the final written examination, will be issued a CQI / IRCA accredited certificate of successful completion of the course, which is renowned in certification and carries worldwide acceptance. Unsuccessful candidates will be issued a certificate of attendance.
The final examination will be conducted Online by CQI/IRCA. The exam framework for ISO 9001:2015 lead auditor certification is:
1. What is the mode of the ISO 9001 lead auditor course?
Face-Face
2. Is VILT a live training, or do I get access to watch pre-recorded videos?
The virtual instructor-led training (VILT) is a live training session where you can interact with the trainer. Pre-recorded videos are not available or permitted.
3. Will I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Please refer to Cancellation and Refund Policy page.
4. Can the dates of the QMS lead auditor course training be customised?
The training dates of the QMS lead auditor course are published in advance, and a half-yearly calendar is announced.
You can let us know your preferred dates for exclusive training by contacting us at (insert link).
5. How does the QMS Lead Auditor Training help?
The QMS lead auditor course training adequately equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills in QMS to conduct effective audits.
6. For whom is the ISO 9001 lead auditor training relevant?
The ISO 9001 lead auditor training is most relevant for:
Personnel who want to pursue an auditing career in quality management and who are interested in assessing the QMS of an organization
Consultants who want to be in an advisory role to an organization.
Top Management, Quality professionals responsible for delivering consistent products and services to enhance customer satisfaction.
7. Are there any prerequisites to attending the quality management system lead auditor course training?
Prior knowledge of ISO 9001 standards is desirable. This QMS lead auditor course is not for filling gaps in the knowledge about the standard; but for enhancing the knowledge about the same with regards to audit context.
8. What is the format of the examinations?
Examinations are conducted online in an open-book format with remote proctoring. This exam pattern is consistent for both Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) and Face to Face modes of instruction.
9. What is the duration of the ISO 9001 lead auditor course examination?
The ISO 9001 lead auditor course exam duration is 1 hour 45 minutes. In cases where a participant experiences a physical disability that could significantly impact their performance in an online exam, CQI|IRCA allows an extension of 30 minutes to the exam duration. This accommodation ensures a fair and equitable assessment process.
The online exam must be completed within 30 days from the last date of the course. (For more details, refer the CQI|IRCA Examination Learner guide).
10. How are participants assessed during the QMS lead auditor course?
There are two assessment methods for the QMS lead auditor course:
Continuous assessment: Participants are assessed throughout the training course for punctuality, presentation skills, interactive approach, involvement, role-play, daily tests, etc.
Written exam: Participants must appear for an online examination (open book) at the end of the course, which is remotely proctored.
11. What is the passing criterion for a written examination?
Participants must achieve a minimum pass mark of 50 % in each domain and an overall score of 40 marks (50%) to pass the exam successfully.
12. Will I be awarded a certificate for attending the ISO 9001 lead auditor training course?
Certificate of successful completion for the ISO 9001 lead auditor training course will be awarded only if:
Participants score 70% and above in the continuous assessment
Participants achieve a minimum pass mark of 50% in each domain and an overall score of 40 marks (50%) in the written online exam.
A soft copy of the certificate will be issued.
Certificate of Attendance: Will be awarded only if participants have satisfied the attendance requirement and have not been successful in the online final examination or the continuous assessment.
13. Is it possible to retake the online ISO 9001 lead auditor course final exam? Under what conditions is this possible?
Students who fail the online ISO 9001 lead auditor course written examination, but pass the continuous assessment, are allowed to retake the CQI|IRCA examination only once within 12 months from the last training date.
However, the students who fail the continuous assessment will not get a chance to retake the final online exam but will have to attend the whole course again. The online exam must be completed within 30 days from the date of receipt of the exam link. (For more details, refer the CQI|IRCA Examination Learner guide).
14. Will I be charged for an online ISO 9001 training exam retake?
Yes, additional charges would be applicable for a retake the ISO 9001 training exam, and you will have to contact one of the TÜV SÜD representatives for the fees and exam retake details.
15. What format will the training material be available in?
For Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT), the training material will be provided in a digital format.
For Face to face training, hard copies of the training material will be provided.
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