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Aerospace
AS9100:2016 Rev D Lead Auditor Course (Aerospace)
★★★★★ 4.4/5
This AS9100 Lead Auditor training course combines tutor-led sessions and team-based exercises to teach the knowledge and skills required to conduct audits of a Quality Management System (QMS) against AS9100:2016 Rev D for the Aviation, Defence and Space industry (Aerospace).
Delegates will learn how to plan, lead, and report internal and supplier audits to AS9100, plus third-party audits against ISO 9001.
As AS9100 is heavily based on ISO 9001, anyone who completes this AS9100 Lead Auditor course will also be qualified to audit against ISO 9001 (as per CQI IRCA guidelines).
5 days – 08:45 – 18:45 (13:00 finish on the last day)
CQI and IRCA training level – Professional
CQI and IRCA ref – PR329
(ATP No. 1689)
Public Training
From 1695 pp + VAT
In-House Training
- For a team of 4-10 people
- Dedicated training on a date, time and location to suit you
- We can come to any workplace in the UK or overseas, or we can teach via a live virtual classroom
From 975 pp + VAT
We are proud to have a 98% pass rate for this course (data source CQI IRCA)
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Who should attend this AS9100 Lead Auditor course?
- Any new or existing auditors that wish to be able to conduct 1st party (internal) and 2nd party (supplier) audits that conform to AS9100:2016 Rev D, plus 3rd party (external) audits of a quality management system (QMS) that conforms to ISO 9001 for the aerospace industry.
- The course is suitable for anyone planning, managing, or implementing an AS9100 quality/aerospace management system.
- Managers or staff who need to identify gaps in the effectiveness of an AS9100 management system, helping them to remain compliant.
- This course satisfies the training requirement for anyone wishing to register as an Auditor with IRCA (International Register of Certified Auditors)
Anyone attending this Aerospace Lead Auditor course must have existing knowledge of AS9100:2016 Rev D. It is highly recommended that delegates attend our AS9100 Foundation course beforehand to gain this knowledge. Anyone with existing knowledge of the Standard can take our AS9100 quiz to check if this is sufficient.
What will delegates learn on this AS9100 Lead Auditor course?
Anyone attending this AS9100D Lead Auditor training course will learn the following knowledge and skills –
- The fundamentals of a Quality/Aerospace Management System
- Types of audit and objectives
- Audit scope and criteria
- The responsibilities of an AS9100 Lead Auditor
- The audit process
- Planning and preparation
- The opening meeting
- Checklist development and document review
- Conducting and leading onsite audit activities
- The closing meeting
- Reporting audit findings and following up on a previous audit
- Audit skills (team leader and interviewing)
AS9100:2016 Rev D specifically requires personnel to be competent – this course provides essential skills and knowledge to help delegates become fully competent auditors.
What you need to know
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What is the course format?
- This AS9100D Lead Auditor training course uses a combination of informative tutor-led sessions alongside individual and team-based activities (approx. 25% theory and 75% practical).
- A case study is used extensively throughout the course to assist with skills development.
We offer the option for delegates to attend this AS9100 lead auditor course online via a live virtual classroom or in a more traditional classroom setting at one of our UK venues. Alternatively, for teams of four or more people, we can deliver training in-house at your workplace.
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What is the course assessment?
- Delegates will be assessed on their participation and general performance during the course, including any interactive exercises, activities, case studies and audit simulation.
- 100% course attendance is required (a CQI and IRCA rule)
- There will be a 2-hour written AS9100 Lead Auditor exam on the final day of training. If the course is conducted via a virtual classroom, the exam is taken remotely – a webcam, microphone and speakers are required.
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What certificate is provided?
- After completing the course assessment and AS9100 Lead Auditor exam, a CQI IRCA certificate will be provided.
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What’s included in the course fee?
- Pre-course work to help prepare for training (Training Toolkit)
- Delegate training manual
- Case Study documents
- Post-course notes
- CQI and IRCA certificate
- Lunch and refreshments (applicable when training at one of our venues)
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£50 off when you book AS9100 Foundation + AS9100 Lead Auditor
FREE Training Toolkit
Our classroom and virtual courses come with a unique toolkit which helps you prepare for training, including:
Pre-course exercises
Series of training videos
Training manual
Test your prior knowledge with our AS9100 Quiz
Anyone attending an AS9100 Lead Auditor course is required to already have an understanding of the Standard.
We’ve created a helpful quiz to help you test your knowledge.
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- Learn at your own pace, on a date and time to suit you
- Support from a dedicated e-learning team
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We can travel to any workplace worldwide and teach your team on a date to suit you. Alternatively, we also offer online team training which is ideal for larger organisations with employees at several locations. Simply send us your requirements to receive a quote.
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Learning styles for this course
Classroom Training
Traditional, face-to-face training delivered by an expert tutor in a physical classroom setting. Learn at one of our 6 UK training venues, or we can teach your team at your workplace.
Virtual Training
Access the course online via Zoom and interact with the tutor and other delegates in real time. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn from home or work without the need to travel.
In-House Training
Dedicated ISO training is available just for your team on a date and time to suit you. Suitable for a group of 4-12 auditors, we can travel to any workplace worldwide.
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We are proud to be an Approved Training Provider for CQI and IRCA; the only organisation in the world that can award quality professionals with a Chartered status, making its brand one of the most trusted.
When choosing a CQI IRCA-certified course, delegates can feel confident that the training will meet the requirements of an internationally recognised set framework.
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Run by the MOD, the Enhanced Learning Credits Administration Service (ELCAS) offers financial support to those currently serving or leaving the armed forces.
We have a long history of delivering training to the armed forces and are proud to have been an ELC Approved Learning Provider since 2019.
Some of our happy customers
The Training provided by the tutor was simply brilliant and I have had the chance to learn the best auditing practices from one of the best Auditors I’ve ever met in my career.
Albert Natale Beyond GravityThe trainer was a very knowledgeable individual who resorted to a host of teaching techniques to make the course topics captivating, enjoyable and easy to understand. It was a blessing and a privilege to have him as a trainer.
Charles Fotso SafranCourse was very well structured. Coursework made interesting by group exercises. Very knowledgeable tutor, able to speak to people on their level and teach the subject in bitesize chunks.
Martin Strick MoD
I felt fully engaged throughout the entire course. I really feel as though I have gained a huge amount of knowledge on the standard over just a short period of time.
Finlay Slattery Safran Electrical & Power UK Ltd AS9100 Lead Auditor
The content was excellent, the tutor was enthusiastic and the pace was just about right.
Michael Bowles ABSL EnerSys AS9100 Lead Auditor
The tutor is amazing, this is my second course with him. He reads his group extremely well, knowing what stories to tell to keep us engaged and relate to the coursework.
Normante Michalauskaite Rockford Components AS9100 Lead Auditor
The tutor was very engaging, helpful and informative.
Selina Taylor Axium Process AS9100 Lead Auditor
One of the best tutors I've had. He was really knowledgeable, fun but professional, and really helped the whole team along by using his past experience and real-world examples.
Anthony Newson Timet UK Ltd AS9100 Lead Auditor
The course was well presented by a most knowledgeable and engaging consultant. Interaction with the other delegates helped to reinforce the learning and subject matter.
James Frank Air Tanker UK AS9100 Lead Auditor
Would highly recommend the tutor. He made the course look simple and effective
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