CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2026 Lead Auditor Training Course (PR381)

Level Lead auditor Duration 5 days

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Develop the expertise and confidence to lead quality management system (QMS) audits with this CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2026 QMS Lead Auditor Training Course (PR381). The programme builds the knowledge and practical skills needed to plan, conduct, and report audits that support continual improvement

Gain the confidence to effectively audit a QMS in accordance with internationally recognized best practice techniques. Demonstrate your commitment to quality by transforming existing auditor skills to ISO 9001:2026. Consolidate your expertise with the latest developments and contribute to the continual improvement of the organization.

This training course incorporates BSI’s Connect Plus audit platform, which you’ll use throughout the skills-based activities to simulate real audit scenarios. You’ll grasp the key principles and practices of effective QMS audits in line with ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 19011:2026 ‘Guidelines for auditing management systems’.

Using a step-by-step approach, you’ll be guided through the entire audit process from initiation to follow-up. Over 5 days, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills required to undertake and lead a successful management systems audit. Learn to describe the purpose of an ISO 9001:2026 QMS audit and satisfy third-party certification. You’ll acquire the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit that establishes conformity and enhances overall organizational performance.

Earn a BSI Auditor Qualification

This course forms part of the BSI Auditor Qualification pathway. On successful completion of the online exam, you’ll achieve a BSI Qualification, recognised with the BSI Mark of Trust, an international symbol of auditing competence that you can showcase across your CV, digital profiles, and workplace communications.

Why learners choose BSI

A clear qualification pathway: With BSI, your training supports progression toward an internationally recognised professional credential.
Exclusive digital tools: Access BSI’s Connect Plus audit platform during the course, with continued use for you and up to nine colleagues.
A proven learning experience: Activity-based, scenario-driven teaching helps you turn knowledge into practical auditing performance.

This course will help you:
- Identify the aims and benefits of an ISO 9001:2026 audit
- Interpret ISO 9001:2026 requirements for audit application
- Plan, conduct and follow-up auditing activities that add real value
- Grasp the application of risk-based thinking, leadership and process management
- Access the latest auditor techniques and identify appropriate use
- Build stakeholder confidence by managing processes in line with the latest requirements
- Meet training requirements for CQI and IRCA certification.
On completion, successful delegates will have the knowledge and skills to perform first, second and third-party audits of quality management systems against ISO 9001, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable.

Knowledge:
Explain the purpose of:
- A QMS
- QMS standards
- Management system audit
- Third-party certification
- Business benefits
- Explain the role and responsibilities of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and follow up a QMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable
Skills:
Have the skills to:
- 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, and ISO/IEC 17021, as applicable
- 4 hours of on-demand eLearning on ISO 9001 requirements - flexible, self-paced, and accessible anytime. Start as soon as you receive your login details, before, during, or after the live training.
- 5 days of live virtual training or instructor-led sessions focused on audit preparation, execution, and evaluation.
- Online examination - assess your learning and eligibility for the BSI Mark of Trust.
- Successful participants receive the BSI Mark of Trust, a symbol of globally recognized achievement that demonstrates your competence, integrity, and commitment to quality.
This course is ideal for professionals who:
- Are responsible for auditing or managing an ISO 9001:2026 QMS (first, second, or third-party).
- Have a good working knowledge of ISO 9001:2026 and key QMS principles.
- Want to earn a recognized qualification and the BSI Mark of Trust.
Prerequisite
You should already have a good knowledge of ISO 9001:2026 requirements and the key principles of a QMS. If not, we strongly recommend you attend our ISO 9001:2026 Requirements course, or equivalent. It will also help if you have attended an internal auditor course or have experience with conducting internal or supplier audits.
On completion, you’ll be awarded a CQI and IRCA Certified course certificate.

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This course is certified by CQI and IRCA (the Chartered Quality Institute and the International Register of Certificated Auditors) and meets the training requirements for CQI and IRCA Quality Management Systems Auditor Certification.

Due to changes announced by CQI and IRCA we must make you aware that:

In order to accurately record the delegates that they are certifying, CQI and IRCA now require that we provide them with your contact details (name, surname and email address).

We have been assured by CQI and IRCA that delegate data will be handled and stored confidentially and securely, and that any marketing communications between CQI and IRCA and you will be limited to the promotion of CQI and IRCA and their qualifications programmes, and that this will be strictly on an opt-in basis.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this change, please do not hesitate to contact the BSI training team on +62 21 509 67619.

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