PR328: ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor
CQI IRCA Certified Training Course
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Highlights of the ISO 9001 QMS Course
- Certified CQI IRCA live Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
- Course material aligned to CQI IRCA online exam format
- Skill Development through Hands-On Audit Simulation and Role-Playing activities
- Engaging Virtual Training via Zoom and Nearpod
- CQI IRCA Approved Resources with Case Studies and Simulations
- Free QMS Foundation Certificate on completion of pre-course assignment
- Comprehensive Learning Management System (LMS) featuring Video Lessons, Mock Exams, and more
- Receive CQI IRCA Course Certificate within 48 hours of passing the exam (Sample Certificate)
ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor Course Description
3FOLD Training’s CQI IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor Course is a comprehensive 40-hours training program delivered continuously or weekends or in evening blocks. ISO 9001:2015 QMS Training Course is designed based on pedagogy of learning by doing and accelerated learning techniques with auditing role plays, simulations, and exercises, reflecting real world audit experience. The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to perform first, second and third-party audits of Quality Management Systems against ISO 9001 Certification Online, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable.
Delegates who successfully complete this CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor Course Training course (within the five years prior to making an application to become a certificated auditor) will satisfy the training requirements for initial certification as an IRCA QMS auditor. (learn more…)
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the purpose of QMS standards, audits, third-party certification, and the business benefits of improved performance of quality management systems.
- Explain the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report, and follow up a quality management system audit.
- Plan, conduct, report, and follow-up an audit of a QMS to establish conformity or otherwise with ISO 9001, and in accordance with ISO 19011.
Teaching and Learning Methodology
A combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and cooperative learning will be used. Active learning will focus on case studies and scenarios related to the application of QMS 1st party, 2nd party and 3rd party audits. Throughout the course, delegates will be engaged in several individual and group activities that are assessed through continuous delegate evaluation. Finally, a summative comprehensive assessment at the end of the course will assess the comprehension of subject matter. Delegates must pass both continuous evaluation and final assessment to receive the certificate of achievement.
The CQI (Chartered Quality Institute) and IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors) ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Lead Auditor course is a globally recognized training program designed to prepare individuals to become lead auditors for quality management systems based on the ISO 9001:2015 standard. It is recognized as a mark of excellence in quality auditing.
The role of a CQI IRCA ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor involves leading and conducting audits to assess an organization's compliance with ISO 9001 requirements. They are responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of an organization's QMS and ensuring it meets quality standards.
Enhanced career prospects and marketability, the ability to lead and conduct 1st, 2nd and 3rd audits effectively, demonstrated competence in ISO 9001 auditing skills, recognition as a skilled quality management professional.
The training program is suitable for individuals seeking to become certified lead auditors for ISO 9001 QMS or enhance their auditing skills.
Learners are expected to have a basic understanding of ISO 9001 and quality management principles. We also cover this through our complimentary Self-paced QMS Foundation course.
40 Hours completed through various available schedules (Weekends, Weekdays, Evening Blocks, etc.). Please review our upcoming schedule.
Yes, CQI IRCA administers the final online assessment. Our course is fully aligned with the final assessment.
The exam duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes (with a 30 minutes extension for learners whose first language is not English). The exam contains 40 questions, including Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Multiple Answers, and Drag and Drop. All questions are objective (without the need to type anything).
To pass, you need at least 40% in each domain being tested and a minimum of 50% overall.
Yes, the exam is an open book, and participants are allowed to use any reference materials (question banks are not allowed), either hard or soft copy. You are not allowed to browse the internet.
We will register you for your online exam. The CQI IRCA will send you two emails – one containing your login details for the practice questions portal and the other with your login details for the exam portal. You will have access to two SARAS portals – one for your practice questions and the other for your exam.
The cost of the examination (first attempt) is included in your training package.
You must appear for the exam within 30 days of completing the course.​ Appearing for the exam after 30 days is considered a re-sit (you will forfeit the first attempt) and learners must pay for the assessment (USD 50).​
Once you have completed your exam, the CQI IRCA assessment Artificial intelligence software will review the recording for any anomalies. If there are no issues, the results will be sent to us within 2 to 5 working days. Within 48 hours of receiving your exam result, we will issue either the Certificate of Achievement (Pass Result) or Certificate of Attendance (Fail Result).
If you fail your exam, you can request a re-sit for a fee within 12 months. Once CQI IRCA approves the resit, you will have 30 days to appear for the re-sit exam.
The Certificate of Achievement remains valid for 5 years from the issue date for registering with CQI IRCA Auditor Membership. While the certificate has no expiration date, industry acceptance may vary if ISO standards are updated, rendering the certificate outdated.
The ISO 9001:2015 standard is globally recognized, and many organizations adopt it for quality management. Regular audits are a key requirement of this standard. Holding an internationally recognized auditor qualification, such as the CQI IRCA, gives you a competitive advantage. This qualification enables you to conduct 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party audits, leading to various job opportunities, consulting roles, and part-time auditing positions.
Yes, and it is part of our course material.
At present, the CQI IRCA online exam is delivered only in English.
While CQI IRCA suggests prior knowledge for the lead auditor course, it's not mandatory for all learners. To address this, 3FOLD offers a complimentary, self-paced QMS Foundation Course. Completing this foundation course ensures learners acquire the necessary knowledge to successfully complete the lead auditor course, even without prior experience.
Yes, our courses include a case study to simulate a real-life audit experience.
Yes, individuals from diverse backgrounds can benefit from the course, as it covers fundamental quality management principles and auditing techniques that can be applied in various roles. QMS is not a technical topic.
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