This is a 5-day comprehensive training course designed to develop the competencies necessary to audit an entire Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001:2015, ISO 19011:2018 [SANS 19011:2019], ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 [SANS 17021-1:2019] and ISO/IEC 17021-3:2017 [SANS 17021-3:2019]. The final day is reserved for the Assessment of Learning. Learners will receive Certificates of Competency upon successful completion.

Important Note

Prerequisite: Completion of the ISO 9001:2015 Understanding and Implementation course is required.

Recommendation: Prior completion of the Internal Auditor course is encouraged to reinforce audit principles, but it is not mandatory.

Who should attend?

* Professionals involved in QMS audits and certifications

* Consultants, managers, and technical experts in Quality Assurance

* Individuals aiming to become SAATCA-registered Lead Auditors

What will you learn?

1. ISO 9001:2015 Requirements Review

2. SAATCA and ISO 19011 Audit Principles and Techniques

3. Planning and Leading an External QMS Audit

4. Interviewing and Communication during Audits

5. Nonconformity Identification and Classification

6. Audit Reporting and Close-Out

How will you benefit?

* Gain the skills to plan, lead, and manage ISO 9001 certification audits

* Improve your understanding of ISO 9001 requirements through audit application

* Build confidence to conduct third-party certification or supplier audits

* Meet SAATCA’s requirements for Lead Auditor training

What's Included in the Course

* Learner manual and practice exercises

* ISO 9001:2015 Standard (if selected)

* Lunch and refreshments (for face-to-face sessions)

* Certificate of Competency (on passing assessment)