ISO 9001:2026 CQI-IRCA Lead Auditor Course Aim

This course equips participants with the foundational information and assessment techniques that will benefit organizations. The requirements of IRCA are met by this course. Individuals seeking Third Party Assessments are satisfied with the formal training requirement after completing the course.

How will your benefits?

Knowledge of the following quality management principles and concepts:

• The PDCA cycle (Plan, Do, Check, Act).
• The link between quality control and client pleasure.
• The seven quality principles listed in ISO 9000, along with frequently used words and meanings related to quality management.
• The methodological technique utilized in quality control.
• The structure and substance of ISO 9001, as well as the Model of a Process-Based Quality Management System.
• Completion of an IRCA Accredited QMS Foundation Training course or an equivalent will give you knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements.

Course Content

• A quick look at ISO 9000 Standards Series 7 Quality Management Principles Process Approach, which includes the PDCA Cycle.
• Auditing in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements
• Documentation for the Quality Management System
• ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Requirements
• Auditor's Roles and Responsibilities
• Audit Preparation
• Non-Conformance Reports, Checklists
• Reporting on Audits
• Follow-up/Final Team Meeting
• Audit / Verification Records
• Registration of auditors and accreditation/certification
• Exercising, doing a case study, and so on
• Exam for the course

PDCA Cycle

Who Should Attend This Course?

Anyone who is or aspires to be:

• A Third-Party Assessor or Lead Assessor of ISO 9001:2026

• Responsible for undertaking audits of suppliers/subcontractors as per ISO 9001:2026

• Responsible for implementing internal audits and audit programs as per ISO 9001:2026

• Responsible for implementing the ISO 9001 series of standards

Course Outline

The course starts at 10:30 AM. and ends approximately at 18:30 PM. Maximum attendance 10 delegates per tutor.

Lunch Break: 45 min.

Coffee Break: Mid-morning & Mid-afternoon (Max. 10 min. each)

Pre-course information is sent to delegates approximately a week prior to the beginning of the course

Our training sessions are available in both virtual and on-site formats to meet your unique preferences.

Pre-Course Knowledge (Recommended)

• Understanding of the Plan‐Do‐Check‐Act (PDCA) cycle and the process approach
• Awareness of the relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction
• Familiarity with the seven quality management principles and key terms in ISO 9001:2026
• Understanding of risk‐based thinking and opportunities within a QMS
• Familiarity with the structure and requirements of ISO 9001:2026
• Prior exposure to internal, supplier or management system audits is beneficial
• A QMS Foundation course, equivalent training or self‐study is recommended

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