ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Refresher Course
If your knowledge of the Standard is not what it should be, this ISO 9001 2015 Lead Auditor Refresher Course will quickly get your Certification up-to-date.
It will provide you with the Knowledge of the Standard, and the practical application of that knowledge with Audit Scenarios to enable you, as Audit Team Leader, to undertake and manage Certification Audits against the requirements of the ISO 9001 Standard.
Who should enrol in this Course?
The ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Refresher Course is for you if your knowledge of the Standard is below par and …
- You wish to offer consultancy support in Quality Management Systems (QMS),
- You wish to audit for Certification Bodies or Accreditation Boards,
- You wish to develop and implement a QMS for your organization,
- You are a Management Representative for your organization and/or are the QMS Audit Programme Manager for internal audits,
- You wish to improve your career prospects.
Key Features:
- Training facilitated by a training provider that holds internationally recognized certifications: ISO 21001 (Educational Organizational Management System), ISO 29993 (Learning Services outside formal Education), and ISO 29994 (Learning Services – additional requirements for Distance Learning).These certifications were issued by the Business Quality Assurance International (BQAI) Ltd., an Accredited Certification Body with the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB).Recognized by educational institutions, government agencies, accrediting bodies, international organizations, employers, and certification bodies worldwide, these certifications certify that the web-based training you get from deGRANDSON is high-quality and globally-aligned
- An ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certificate is awarded upon passing the certification exam that comes after the completion of the course
- The certificate issued by the provider is immediately available online, with a QR code you can share on your professional profile for credential verification.
- Lessons range from 15 minutes to 1 hour (typically 20–30 minutes) to cover each topic in appropriate depth
- Includes quizzes for knowledge checks, scenario-based exercises to practice real audit situations, and a comprehensive open-book certification exam
- Scenario exercises include dialogue-based audit situations to reflect real-world audit interactions
- 24/7 live-chat learner support included
- Course materials include a learner manual, a copy of the standard, and sample audit forms and documents
- Full-audio narration and closed captions included for accessibility
- Delivered entirely through a secure browser-based platform, no software download required
- Compatible across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
- Full resume functionality allows learners to pause and continue lessons at the exact point they left off, even on a different device
- Features real-time interactive content in a secure online environment
- Offers an option to progress to the Consultant course to expand your credentials after successfully completing the Lead Auditor course
- Examination and certificate fees are already included in the course price. No taxes or other costs added.
- Payment accepted via PayPal or Stripe
- Option to pay in 4 monthly installments available
What does the Course cover?
This comprehensive ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Refresher course is divided into two Modules:
- Module 1: Knowledge of the Standard, ISO 9001:2015, Quality management systems — Requirements.
Introduction to ISO 9001:2015 Terms & Definitions – ISO 9001:2015 Fundamentals of Quality Management Systems Some Key aspects of QMS Auditing Structure & content of ISO 9001:2015 Parts 1, 2 & 3 Part 4: Context of the organisation Part 5: Leadership Part 6: Planning for the Quality Management System Part 7: Support (3 modules) Part 8: Operation (2 modules) Part 9: Performance evaluation Part 10: Improvement Advanced aspects of QMS Auditing (3 modules) FAQs about the Standard Online Module Examination
- Module 2: Practice with Scenarios, based on actual audits and includes advice on dealing with awkward situations and individuals. And with many FAQs answered.
Audit Scenarios – Internal Auditor More Audit Scenarios – Lead Implementers Yet more Audit Scenarios – Lead Auditors FAQs about the Auditing Experience Online Final Examination
What kinds of course materials are included?
The ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Refresher Course comes with:
- Diagram: Auditor Certification Process
- Handbook: Learner Manual
- Diagram: 6-Stage Audit Process
- Sample Code of Ethics
- Management of an Audit Programme
- Sample Audit Plan
- Sample Audit Work Order
- Sample Nonconformity Report
- Sample Working Document & Checklist
- Determining the Context of the Organization
- Documented information in ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 9001-2015 and Risk-based Thinking
- Risk Assessment Tools and Methodologies
- Typical Process Map
How is the Course delivered?
The ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is delivered online from our Learning Management System (LMS) and provided by Inquisiq.
All Lessons have full resume and scaling capabilities. You can start a lesson on any desktop, tablet, or mobile device and resume it seamlessly on another device.
Are there any previous qualifications required for the Course?
There are no mandatory prerequisites to enroll in this ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course.
However, it is recommended that learners have:
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A secondary school qualification (e.g. High School Diploma, Baccalaureate, or equivalent), and
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Approximately 5 years of work experience, including 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
No evidence of qualifications or experience is required for enrollment. Learners who do not meet the recommended background may find the course more challenging due to its technical depth and applied auditing focus.
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Course Author
Dr John FitzGerald graduated with a 1st class honours degree in chemistry and a PhD in synthetic organic chemistry. He worked for 15 years in the manufacturing industry, then as a trainer and consultant in the UK and Ireland before founding deGRANDSON Global in 2009.
He serves as the company Director and course developer while occasionally working as a Lead Auditor on ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 55001 audits for an accredited certification body (CAB).
Our Certification
deGRANDSON Global has three university-grade management system certification including ISO 21001, Educational Organizational Management System; ISO 29993, Learning Services outside formal Education; and ISO 29994, Learning Services – additional requirements for Distance Learning.
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deGRANDSON Global certificates issued to learners who successfully completed the training and passed the certification exam come with QR codes that can be shared on online profiles to instantly verify qualification to prospective clients or employers.
Is the Course Certified?
Yes, deGRANDSON is an ISO 21001 certified educational organization certified by BQAI, an internationally accredited certification body.
ISO 21001 is a university grade standard used globally by schools, colleges, and universities. We are also certified to ISO 29993: 2017 (Learning services outside formal education and Service requirements) and ISO 29994:2021 (Education and learning services; Requirements for distance learning).
Are there corporate discounts?
Yes, details of discounts, based on numbers enrolled, can be found on the Course Costs page.
How can I pay?
You can pay by Debit Card, Credit Card or PayPal during the Course Enrolment procedure.
Is there an Examination?
Yes. In addition to the Quizzes at the end of each Lesson, there is at the end of each Module (set of Lessons) a formal Examination. The decision to award a Certificate is based on the combined scores achieved. The Examinations are open-book (you can have the Standard and other notes open beside you), time-limited and taken online.
What do I get when I’ve completed the course?
Once you have completed the examination, your Certificate is immediately available online for you to print.
You may print as many copies as you wish. Your certificate will be available to you on our LMS website on an ongoing basis. There is no time limit on the validity of your Certificate.
What else will I need to become a competent auditor?
Provided you have the required personal attributes, all you need to add is auditing experience.
Who can I contact for more information?
Just send an e-mail to info@degrandson.com or, for other options, see Contact Us.




