This intensive lead auditor training course provides comprehensive understanding of ISO 9001:2015 quality management system requirements and auditing techniques. Participants will learn to plan, conduct, and report on audits of quality management systems against ISO 9001:2015 standards. The course emphasizes the high-level structure, risk-based thinking, and process approach fundamental to the 2015 version. Through practical exercises and case studies, attendees will develop the skills needed to lead audit teams and make certification recommendations. This course meets the training requirements for individuals seeking lead auditor certification for ISO 9001 quality management systems.
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training
Operational Auditing and Quality Assurance
October 25, 2025
Introduction
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and interpret ISO 9001:2015 requirements
- Apply ISO 19011 guidelines to quality management system audits
- Plan and organize complete ISO 9001 audit programs
- Lead audit teams and manage audit activities
- Evaluate organizational context and risk-based thinking applications
- Conduct effective audit interviews and evidence collection
- Report audit findings and make certification recommendations
- Manage audit team dynamics and performance
- Verify effectiveness of corrective actions
- Prepare for ISO 9001 lead auditor certification
Target Audience
- Quality managers and management representatives
- Internal auditors advancing to lead auditor roles
- Consultants providing ISO 9001 implementation services
- External auditors for certification bodies
- Quality assurance professionals
- Process owners and operational managers
- Professionals seeking formal lead auditor certification
Methodology
- Interactive workshops on standard interpretation
- Simulated audit scenarios and role-playing
- Case studies on certification decisions
- Practical exercises on audit planning
- Team-based audit simulation exercises
- Individual preparation for certification
- Peer assessment and feedback sessions
Personal Impact
- Enhanced understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements
- Improved audit leadership and team management skills
- Stronger analytical and evaluation capabilities
- Increased professional credibility in quality management
- Better communication and reporting skills
- Formal qualification for lead auditor roles
Organizational Impact
- Improved quality management system effectiveness
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and product quality
- Better risk management and opportunity identification
- Stronger compliance with certification requirements
- More efficient and effective audit processes
- Continuous improvement in organizational performance
Course Outline
Unit 1: ISO 9001:2015 Standard Overview
Fundamental Concepts- Quality management principles and concepts
- High-level structure and framework
- Process approach and PDCA methodology
- Risk-based thinking and application
- Understanding organizational context requirements
- Stakeholder needs and expectation analysis
- Scope definition and quality management system boundaries
- Leadership and commitment requirements
Unit 2: ISO 9001:2015 Requirements
Planning and Support- Risk and opportunity assessment requirements
- Quality objectives and planning for achievement
- Resource management and competence requirements
- Awareness, communication, and documented information
- Operational planning and control
- Design and development of products and services
- Control of externally provided processes and products
- Production and service provision requirements
Unit 3: Audit Planning and Preparation
Audit Program Management- Establishing audit program objectives
- Risk-based audit program planning
- Selecting audit team members and competencies
- Managing audit program resources
- Defining audit objectives, scope, and criteria
- Developing audit plans and checklists
- Document review and preliminary assessment
- Conducting audit team assignments and briefings
Unit 4: Audit Execution Techniques
On-site Audit Activities- Conducting opening meetings
- Communication during the audit
- Audit evidence collection and verification
- Audit finding development and documentation
- Managing audit team activities
- Conducting audit team meetings
- Managing audit progress and changes
- Preparing for closing meetings
Unit 5: Reporting and Certification
Audit Reporting- Preparing audit conclusions and reports
- Conducting closing meetings
- Certification recommendation criteria
- Report distribution and record keeping
- Corrective action verification methods
- Surveillance audit planning and execution
- Recertification audit requirements
- Maintaining certification status
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