Auditing Management System Lead Auditor
The LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidlines for Auditing Management System Lead Auditor course is designed to provide learners with a deep understanding of auditing principles, practices, and techniques required to effectively manage and lead audits of management systems. This course focuses on the internationally recognized ISO 19011:2018 auditing guidelines, offering learners a comprehensive framework to plan, conduct, and report audits while ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Through this course, learners will explore key concepts such as risk-based auditing, audit planning, audit execution, and reporting, aligned with the latest ISO 19011 standards. The training emphasizes real-world application, helping learners develop the skills to lead both internal and external audits confidently. By following the structured approach outlined in the ISO 19011:2018 standard, learners gain practical insights into evaluating audit evidence, identifying nonconformities, and recommending improvements for management systems.
The ISO 19011 Lead Auditor Certification equips learners with the knowledge to implement a systematic, consistent, and efficient auditing process, enhancing organizational compliance and performance. With a focus on management system auditing, auditing principles, and ISO 19011 guidelines training, this course ensures learners are well-prepared to handle complex auditing scenarios and contribute to continual improvement initiatives.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidlines for Auditing Management System Lead Auditor
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200173
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidlines for Auditing Management System Lead Auditor, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200173-1 |
Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 and Auditing Principles |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200173-2 |
Auditing Process and Planning |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200173-3 |
Conducting Audits |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-4 |
Identifying Non-Conformities and Reporting Findings |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-5 |
Auditor Competencies and Team Leadership |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-6 |
Follow-Up Audits and Continuous Improvement |
6 |
18 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 and Auditing Principles
- Understand the purpose and scope of ISO 19011:2018 and its importance in auditing management systems.
- Identify the key principles of auditing, including independence, objectivity, and evidence-based evaluation.
- Understand the relationship between ISO 19011:2018 and other management system standards such as ISO 9001.
Auditing Process and Planning
- Demonstrate the ability to develop an effective audit plan, including defining the scope, objectives, and audit criteria.
- Understand the steps involved in the auditing process, from initiation to closure.
- Learn to prepare audit schedules, checklists, and resources for efficient audit execution.
Conducting Audits
- Gain the skills to effectively conduct audits using techniques like document review, interviews, and site inspections.
- Learn how to gather reliable audit evidence to ensure audits are objective and thorough.
- Develop the ability to manage audit teams and ensure clear communication throughout the audit process.
Identifying Non-Conformities and Reporting Findings
- Learn to identify non-conformities, assess their impact, and prioritize corrective actions.
- Gain the ability to conduct root cause analysis to determine appropriate corrective actions.
- Develop the skills to write clear and actionable audit reports that document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Auditor Competencies and Team Leadership
- Understand the core competencies required for effective lead auditors, including leadership, communication, and decision-making.
- Learn how to lead and manage audit teams, ensuring effective resource utilization and performance.
- Gain techniques to maintain objectivity and impartiality while managing audits.
Follow-Up Audits and Continuous Improvement
- Understand the importance of follow-up audits to verify the implementation of corrective actions.
- Learn methods to assess the effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure they result in continuous improvement.
- Recognize the role of audits in supporting ongoing compliance and enhancing the performance of management systems.
This diploma is ideal for:
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 learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners 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 learner 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.