Guidelines for Quality Lead Auditor
As quality management systems become increasingly vital for organizational success, learners with expertise in quality planning and auditing are highly sought after. The LICQual ISO 10005:2018 Guidelines for Quality Lead Auditor course provides learners with a globally recognized qualification, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and practical strategies needed to lead and conduct quality audits with a focus on quality plans aligned with ISO 10005:2018.
This comprehensive course enables learners to develop and audit quality plans that support ISO 9001 and related quality management systems. Emphasizing structured quality planning, learners gain insights into ensuring consistent product and service delivery, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving continual improvement. The program introduces learners to the ISO 10005:2018 guidelines and demonstrates how they integrate with broader quality management frameworks.
Learners acquire practical tools for planning, executing, and reporting audits effectively while building leadership competencies to manage audit teams and communicate results to drive improvement. Through real-world case studies, audit simulations, and risk-based thinking approaches, learners strengthen their ability to evaluate the effectiveness of quality plans and implement corrective actions.
By completing the LICQual ISO 10005:2018 Guidelines for Quality Lead Auditor course, learners position themselves as trusted professionals capable of ensuring that organizations meet quality planning requirements, exceed stakeholder expectations, and promote continuous quality improvement.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 10005:2018 Guidelines for Quality Lead Auditor
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200408
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual ISO 10005:2018 Guidelines for Quality Lead Auditor , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200408-1 |
Introduction to ISO 10005:2018 |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200408-2 |
Quality Planning Framework |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200408-3 |
Auditing Quality Management Systems |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200408-4 |
Risk-Based Thinking in Quality Planning |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200408-5 |
Implementation of ISO 10005:2018 |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200408-6 |
Reporting and Documentation |
6 |
18 |
By the end of this course, applicants will be able to:
1. Introduction to ISO 10005:2018
- Understand the key objectives and structure of ISO 10005:2018 and its relevance in quality management.
- Recognize the relationship between ISO 10005:2018 and other ISO standards, including ISO 9001.
- Explain the purpose and application of quality planning guidelines in the context of the ISO 10005:2018 standard.
2. Quality Planning Framework
- Identify the components of an effective quality planning framework based on ISO 10005:2018.
- Understand how to integrate quality planning into the overall Quality Management System (QMS).
- Demonstrate the ability to create quality plans that meet the specific needs of products, services, or projects.
3. Auditing Quality Management Systems
- Learn auditing techniques to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of QMS based on ISO 10005:2018 guidelines.
- Develop the skills to perform audits that evaluate quality planning, risk management, and process performance.
- Apply audit methodologies to identify nonconformities and areas for improvement within quality management systems.
4. Risk-Based Thinking in Quality Planning
- Understand the principles of risk-based thinking and its application in quality planning processes.
- Assess how risk management and mitigation strategies are embedded in ISO 10005:2018 quality plans.
- Demonstrate the ability to audit and evaluate the effectiveness of risk-based approaches in quality management.
5. Implementation of ISO 10005:2018
- Develop strategies for implementing ISO 10005:2018 quality planning guidelines within an organization.
- Identify the steps required to align quality planning with organizational goals and customer requirements.
- Demonstrate how to manage the challenges and complexities associated with the implementation of ISO 10005:2018.
6. Reporting and Documentation
- Learn how to document audit findings clearly and effectively, ensuring alignment with ISO 10005:2018.
- Understand the key components of audit reports, including evidence, nonconformities, and corrective actions.
- Develop skills in writing actionable recommendations and communicating audit results to stakeholders.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Quality management professionals aiming to specialize in quality planning and auditing based on ISO 10005:2018 guidelines.
- Internal auditors who wish to gain expertise in auditing quality management systems and quality planning processes.
- Project managers and team leads responsible for developing and implementing quality plans within their organizations.
- Consultants working with organizations to improve quality planning and align practices with ISO standards.
- Engineers, production managers, and operations leaders seeking to understand the integration of quality planning in operational workflows.
- Professionals with prior experience in ISO 9001 or related quality management standards who want to expand their skills in quality planning auditing.
- Individuals pursuing certification to enhance their career opportunities and credentials in the field of quality management and auditing.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that applicants meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, applicants must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the applicants has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.