ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training Course

Title:	QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor Training
Category:	ISO 9001 : 2008 - Quality Managment Systems (QMS)
Course Ref:	IRCA Approved Training Course - A17043
Duration:	5 days
Course times:	08:45 to 18:30 (days 1-4) 08:45 to 13:00 (day 5)
Location:	Various venues , see course dates below
Course fee:	From £975 plus VAT

	Over 50,000 people have successfully completed the Batalas ISO 9001 Lead Auditor IRCA training course.
	Batalas provides unrivalled knowledge and experience for both the trainee and the more experienced auditor.
	Our innovative training techniques and realistic role-plays will ensure you have the confidence to conduct effective ISO 9001 audits.
	We are the main supplier of auditor training to clients such as the MOD, Microsoft, Coca Cola and Sage.
	Other clients include BAE Systems, BAA, British Red Cross, EDF Energy, JCB, Lloyds TSB and many more.

Course objectives

This 5-day ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course enables delegates to plan, lead and report audits within their own organisation, their suppliers and with third party organisations. Our ISO 9001 lead audit training course will enable you to conduct effective audits in any auditing situation.

Who should attend?

This course is vital for any professional that is involved in implementing and/or auditing quality management systems, or those leading a supplier quality assurance program. This course meets the training requirements for registration to IRCA as a Auditor/Lead Auditor.

What will you learn?

	Quality management systems		Document review
	Quality management principles		Conducting and leading on-site audit activities
	The ISO 9001: 2008 family of standards		The closing meeting
	Quality and auditing terminology		Reporting audit findings
	Interpreting the requirements of the ISO 9001: 2008 standard		Types of audit
	Processes, procedures, documents and records		Audit objectives
	The audit process		Audit scope and criteria
	Preparation and planning		Audit responsibilities
	The opening meeting		Interviewing skills
	Checklist development		Team leader skills

Aims of the Lead Auditor Course

Delegates completing the Batalas ISO 9001: 2008 Lead Auditor training course will be able to audit their quality management system (QMS) for conformity to ISO 9001: 2008, the effectiveness of their business processes, and to identify opportunities for improvement. Improving QMS performance and continual improvement are key elements of this ISO 9001: 2008 Lead Auditor training course.

Enhancing Supplier Performance

The skills developed will enable you to improve supplier performance which in turn will assist your own organisation’s improvement efforts.

Become a Certification Body Auditor

For those who wish to become certification body auditors this ISO 9001 course satisfies the training requirements for being an IRCA registered Lead Auditor.

Course Format

The format of the ISO 9001: 2008 Lead Auditor course utilises accelerated learning techniques and is therefore highly interactive, with tutor-led sessions interspersed with individual and group exercises. A realistic case study and role-play activities provide an excellent opportunity to practice ISO 9001: 2008 auditing skills.

Certificate

An IRCA approved certificate for those who successfully complete all elements of the course, including written and practical skills assessment.

This course satisfies the formal training requirements for those wishing to register with the IRCA as an Lead Quality Auditor (Foundation/Internal Auditor course may be required dependant on your background). Attendance on this quality management training course will provide delegates with 40 CPD points.

ISO 9001:2008 Public Lead Auditor Course Schedule - 2012
Course	Venue	Price	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul
Lead Auditor (5 days)
	Birmingham	£975	13-17	-	16-20	-	18-22	-
	Glasgow	£975	-	-	-	-	-	-
	Manchester	£975	-	12-16	-	-	-	23-27
	London	£1295	20-24	-	-	-	-	-
	Southampton	£975	-	19-23	-	14-18	-	16-20

Why an IRCA approved training course?

IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors) is the largest auditor certification body in the world. IRCA approved courses are designed to exacting criteria to ensure that the highest possible standards of course design and course delivery are maintained. Batalas is a major provider of IRCA approved lead auditor training courses and therefore, you can be assured that the training you will receive is of a high standard.

Why Batalas?

For over 50 years we continue to provide innovative and cost-effective training and consultancy solutions to organisations from every sector of the economy, both in the UK and through Batalas partners in 11 countries. The Batalas clients' list includes multi-national companies and organisations employing less than 20 people.

In-company training courses

This course is available as a Public Scheduled course (see dates above) or an in-company event. ISO 9001 training courses can be tailored to your own requirements. Our training advisors can provide more details on the options available to your organisation.

 

Associated courses

The following training courses are closely associated with this ISO 9001: 2008 Lead Auditor course. If you are unsure which is the best training course for you we have provided a ISO 9001:2008 course selector, or alternatively contact one of our experienced training advisors.

• ISO 9001 Foundation – For those new to auditing and/or ISO 9001: 2008
• ISO 9001 Implementation - For those needing guidance on designing & implementing a QMS
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor – For those wishing to conduct internal audits only
• ISO 9001 Advanced Auditor – Auditing to improve the quality management system
• Supplier Auditing - Evaluating and re-evaluating supplier performance