ISO 9001:2015 Lead Implementer Course Content
If you want to be a QMS Consultant or if you wish to develop and implement a Quality Management System (QMS), this ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Course is ideal. It will be especially beneficial to …
- Newcomers to QMS: You don’t need to be an expert. You’ll be taken on a practical journey from getting started to Certification.
- ISO 9001 Consultants: Gives you the methodology on how to implement QMS Projects faster and easier than ever before.
- Experienced Quality Management Professionals: Understand the impact of the revised Standard in maintaining ISO 9001 compliance, the many instances where documentation may be required, and best practice in maintaining a QMS.
The course provides you with the Auditing Skills, the Knowledge of the Standard, and the practical application of that knowledge with Audit Scenarios to enable you, as Audit Programme Manager, to undertake and manage Internal Audits for your Organisation.
NOTE: Our ISO 9001 Migration Training Course is no longer available as the Transition to the 2015 Standard from ISO 9001:2008 ended in September 2018.
What does this ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Course cover?
This comprehensive ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Certification course covers all aspects of ISO Auditing is divided into four Modules:
- Module 0: Introduction and background to the Standard and auditing.
- Module 1: Auditing Skills to Lead Auditor Level and based on the auditing standard ISO 19011:2018
- Auditing Skills
- Terms and definitions
- Principles of auditing
- Auditor skills
- Managing an audit programme
- Audit Team Leadership
- Overview of Audit activities
- Audit activities – Step 1
- Audit activities – Step 2
- Audit activities – Step 3 (2 lessons)
- Audit activities – Step 4
- Audit activities – Step 5
- Audit Activities – Step 6
- FAQs about Auditing
- Online Module Examination
- Module 2: Knowledge of the Standard, ISO 9001:2015, Quality management systems – Requirements
- Introduction to ISO 9001:2015
Developing & Implementing a QMS - Terms & Definitions – ISO 9001:2015 Fundamentals of Quality Management Systems
- QMS Implementation and Certification to ISO 9001:2015 – the 33 Steps (3 modules)
- Initiation
- Planning
- Implementation
- Securing Certification
- Some Key aspects of QMS Auditing
- Structure & content of ISO 9001:2015
- Parts 1, 2 & 3
- Part 4: Context of the organization
- Part 5: Leadership
- Part 6: Planning for the Quality Management System
- Part 7: Support (3 lessons)
- Part 8: Operation (2 lessons)
- Part 9: Performance evaluation
- Part 10: Improvement
- Advanced aspects of QMS Auditing
- FAQs about the Standard
- Online Module Examination
- Module 3/strong>: Practice with Scenarios, based on actual audits and includes advice on dealing with awkward situations and individuals.
- Audit Scenarios – Internal Auditor
- More Audit Scenarios – Lead Implementers
- FAQs about the Auditing Experience
- Online Final Examination
What materials are included in this ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Course?
These materials, invaluable when implementing ISO 9001 2015, include:
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Implementation Handbook – 120pages of detailed step-by-step instruction
- Diagram: The 33-step Path to ISO 9001:2015 Certification
- Documented Information Requirements of ISO 9001:2015
- Determining the Context of the Organisation
- ISO 9001-2015 and Risk-based Thinking
- Risk Assessment Tools and Methodologies
- Terms & Definitions
- Typical Process Map
- Comparison of ISO 9001:2015 vs. ISO 9001:2008
- Sample QMS Policy Manual
- Sample QMS Maintained Documentation (procedures), including…
- Sample Procedures
- Sample Records
- Sample Audit Plan
- Sample Audit Work Order
- Sample Nonconformity Report
- Sample Working Document & Checklist
- Sample Management Review Record
- Diagram: Auditor Certification Process
- Seventeen Guidance Documents to ISO 9001:2015
- Handbook: Learner Manual
- Diagram: 6-Stage Audit Process
- Sample Code of Ethics
- Management of an Audit Programme
Who should take this ISO 9001 2015 Lead Implementer Course?
The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Certification course is intended for those who:
- need to develop and implement a quality management system for their organization,
- wish to consult in the development and implementation of quality management systems,
- are required to perform internal audits within your organization,
- are required to perform supplier audits,
- wish to improve your career prospects, and
- wish to understand the processes of conducting internal audit or external audits.
- It is also recommended for management involved in the audit process.
Key Features
- Course is accredited to ISO 21001, the standard for Educational Organizations Management Systems
- An ISO 14001 Consultant and Lead Auditor certification is awarded upon passing the certification exam
- Certificate is immediately available online after the successful passing of the exam
- Certificate comes with a shareable QR code for instant verification of credentials
- Lessons range from 15 minutes to 1 hour, typically 20–30 minutes, ensuring that each topic is covered in suitable detail
- Course includes practice with scenarios that include dialogues
- Course includes 24/7 Live-chat Learner Support
- Course includes a learner manual, a copy of the standard, and samples of relevant forms and other documents
- Course comes with full-audio narration and Closed Captions for accessibility
- Courses are hosted on your browser so that no software has to be downloaded avoiding security risks.
- Course comes with quizzes, practice with scenarios, and open-book certification exam
- Course is hosted on your browser so that no software has to be downloaded avoiding security risks.
- Features cross-device compatibility (courses can be taken on any desktop, tablet, or mobile)
- Offers full-resume feature (end a session mid-lesson and continue exactly where you left off, even from a different device)
- Features real-time interactive content in a secure web-based environment
- Offers a clear learning path (once you’ve completed the internal auditor course, you have the option to progress to the lead auditor, up to the consultant and lead auditor course)
- Examination and certificate fee are already included in the course fee
- Payable via PayPal or Stripe using any credit or debit cards
- Option to pay in 4 monthly installments available
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- Check your email for the enrollment instructions
- Complete the sign up process
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About the 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).
How is the ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Course delivered?
The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer 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 Lead Implementer 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.
Examination and Certification Process
- Finish the ISO 9001 Internal Auditor course
- Take the certification exam (the exam is free of charge)
- Pass the certification exam (you have two attempts to pass it)
- Retake the certification exam if necessary
- Receive your certificate in your email within 5 minutes after you’ve successfully completed the certification exam
About your ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Certification
After successfully passing the certification exam, you will receive your ISO Auditor certificate providing formal recognition of your achievement.
It comes with features designed to enhance its credibility and make it easier to verify and share your qualification with employers, clients, and your professional network.
These include:
- Your full name
- The type of certificate that was awarded to you
- The issuer of the certificate (deGRANDSON Global)
- Your credential ID number
- The credential signatory (Dr John FitzGerald, Founder and CEO, deGRANDSON Global)
- The date the credential was issued
- A QR code that links to a page where you can share your credential on your social media profiles
Sample Learner Certificate
About deGRANDSON’s Certification
deGRANDSON’s ISO auditor, implementer, and consultant courses are certified to internationally recognized standards, including ISO 21001:2018 for educational organization management, ISO 29993:2017 for learning services outside formal education, and ISO 29994:2021 for distance learning requirements.
These certifications ensure that the courses are designed, delivered, and assessed according to globally accepted practices for both traditional and online learning environments.
The ISO 21001 certification is issued by Business Quality Assurance International (BQAI), which is accredited by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), a member of international accreditation agreements that support global recognition.
Because of this learners benefit from enhanced credibility with employers and certification bodies, consistent and high-quality course delivery, and greater confidence in the effectiveness and reliability of online learning.
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Free ISO 9001 Implementation Handbook
This instruction manual is free with our ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Course. It is not for sale.
It goes over everything you’ll need to develop, implement, and maintain a management system that can achieve ISO 9001 Certification. This includes learning how to:
- Obtain management support (ISO 9001 Clause 5.1)
- Assemble QMS project team
- Make a Gap analysis and project plan
- Identify the quality context of the organisation (ISO 9001 Clause 4.1)
- Identify Legal and Other Requirements (ISO 9001 Clause 4.2 and 6.1.3)
- Identify Other interested party’s needs (ISO 9001 Clause 4.2)
- Establish QMS and define processes (ISO 9001 Clause 4.4)
- Define the scope of QMS (ISO 9001 Clause 4.3)
- Prepare quality policy (ISO 9001 Clause 5.2)
- Define key roles and responsibilities (ISO 9001 Clause 5.3)
- Determine actions for risks and opportunities (ISO 9001 Clause 6.1)
- Establish QMS objectives and plan to achieve them (ISO 9001 Clause 6.2)
- Establish design and development processes (ISO 9001 Clause 8.3)
- Operational planning and controls (ISO 9001 Clause 8.1)
- Identify monitoring and measurement calibration (ISO 9001 Clause 9.1.1)
- Establish operational controls and monitoring (ISO 9001 Clause 9.1)
- Establish customer satisfaction methods (ISO 9001 Clause 9.1.2)
- Develop plan for QMS changes (ISO 9001 Clause 6.3)
- Develop mandatory and other documentation (ISO 9001 Clause 4.4 and Clause 7.5)
- Determine and secure required resources (Clause 4.4 and Clause 7.5)
- Determine and secure required resources (Clause 7.1)
- Procurement provision
- Establish internal and external communication(Clause 7.4)
- Initial employee awareness (Clause 7.3)
- Finalise and issue QMS documentation (Clause 4.4 and Clause 7.5)
- Complete job-specific training (Clause 7.2)
- Go Live! Implement procedures (Clause 7.5 and Clause 10.1)
- Determine customer requirements (Clause 8.2)
- Production and service provision (Clause 8.5)
- Establish product and service release processes (Clause 8.6)
- Conduct internal audits (Clause 9.2)
- Conduct management reviews (Clause 9.3)
- Implement continual improvement(Clause 10.2)
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