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CQI | IRCA Certified training Course Ref. No. :18175

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course Online

About ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course Online

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course online is a professional training program accredited by CQI and IRCA, designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct internal and external audits of an organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001:2015 standards. Through this course, participants will learn to effectively perform and lead audits, helping organizations evaluate and maintain compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.

An ISO 9001 Lead Auditor is a professional qualified to guide a conformity assessment body in evaluating an organization’s QMS, determining if it meets the ISO 9001 standards. This course provides essential auditing techniques to assess an organization's processes for compliance.

EAS offers this CQI and IRCA-certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course online to support individuals in advancing their auditing careers within quality management systems. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a CQI and IRCA-accredited certificate of completion, which validates their training as ISO 9001 Lead Auditors.

Skills Acquired by Taking the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course (IRCA Certified) Online

An ISO 9001 Lead Auditor is expected to have:

  • Good understanding of quality management system principles
  • Application and implementation of ISO 9001 standard
  • Possess effective communication skills for interacting with management, client personnel, and audit team members during audits.

The aim of our ISO 9001 lead auditor training course (IRCA certified) online is to prepare students to successfully complete the IRCA exam, become familiar with the standard, and be ready to conduct external audits of a QMS for any organization.

Course Overview - ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course (IRCA Certified) Online

  • Overview of QMS
  • Review of ISO 9001:2015 requirements
  • Fundamentals of audits
  • Auditor roles, responsibilities, knowledge, and skills
  • QMS Audit – overview
  • Planning the QMS audit
  • Performing the audit
  • Reporting and following up an audit

Course Duration: 5 days, 40 hours

Who can Attend the QMS Lead Auditor Course Online?

EAS conducts its ISO 9001 lead auditor training course (IRCA certified) online, which is designed for people who need to conduct external audits of quality management systems. The following individuals would benefit from taking the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training online:

  • Quality Managers/Quality Executives/Quality Engineers
  • Management Representatives
  • Process Owners/Top Management
  • QMS consultants
  • ISO consultants
  • ISO 9001 Internal Auditors
  • Individuals who are interested in becoming IRCA certified lead auditors
  • Individuals leading their companies to achieve ISO Certification

Course Prerequisites

To be eligible to apply for the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course (IRCA Certified) online, individuals must possess the following background knowledge:

  • ISO 9001 Standard requirements
  • The Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle and how it applies to ISO standards
  • Basic understanding of auditing and assessment concepts
  • ISO standard and auditing terminologies

Knowledge of the ISO 9001 standard is expected, but students with limited knowledge may enroll in the ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training course. This intermediate-level course will help individuals to understand the basic concepts to be eligible to apply for the QMS 9001 Lead Auditor Course online.

Benefits of Online Learning

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course online is ideal for individuals looking to minimize travel costs while obtaining IRCA-approved ISO 9001 lead auditor certification. This course offers the same comprehensive content as the classroom version but eliminates the need for travel or extended time away from work.

The online format incorporates all learning aids used in the classroom, ensuring an effective learning experience with high retention rates. Additionally, it provides a more cost-effective alternative for those pursuing their certification.

Format for ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course (IRCA Certified) Online

The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training online will be conducted through interactive learning. These activities include:

  • Virtual classroom with live, tutor-led sessions through Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Explanations of key concepts through quizzes, exercises, and teaching notes
  • Q&A sessions with qualified tutors
  • Audit perspective analysis using real-world examples and case studies
  • Group work and presentations through screen-sharing
  • Online Examination for QMS Lead Auditor Certification

Assessments and Certification

Continuous Assessment: Candidates are evaluated throughout the course on attendance, active participation, completion of individual and group exercises, and professional engagement during class discussions.

IRCA Examination: At the end of the ISO Lead Auditor Course, whether delivered in a classroom, virtual, or in-house setting, participants must complete the IRCA examination conducted online. The examination specifications are as follows:

  • Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes
  • Questions: 40, without options or negative marking
  • Content: Covers five domains—concepts and principles, audit methodologies, audit planning, audit conducting, and reporting/closing
  • Total Marks: 80, with a required minimum pass mark in each domain and an overall score of at least 50% (40 marks)
  • Format: Open book, but internet searches are restricted; access to the relevant ISO standard (electronic or paper copy) is recommended
  • Marking: All questions are computer-graded
  • Security: Responses cannot be changed after submission
  • Preparation: Sample questions are discussed to familiarize candidates with the format
  • Proctoring: IRCA’s exams are proctored live to ensure integrity. Candidates verify their ID through a secure portal and are monitored via webcam by a proctor who ensures compliance with exam rules. Unauthorized resources or leaving the exam screen are prohibited. Sessions may be recorded for further review.

Candidates taking the exam in languages other than English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, or Traditional Mandarin will complete a paper-based version.

Certification: Participants achieving 70% or higher in continuous assessment, plus 50% or above in the final examination, will receive a CQI/IRCA-accredited certificate of successful course completion, recognized globally within certification standards. Candidates who do not meet this threshold will be issued a certificate of attendance.

How to Participate in the QMS Lead Auditor Course Online Through EAS?

Ready to enroll? Click here to register for the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course online. Complete the online registration form, and one of our business coordinators will reach out to you within 1-2 business days.

For additional information about our ISO 9001 lead auditor certification and other ISO Lead Auditor Courses, please refer to our frequently asked questions.

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Course Duration : 5 Days