Scope
Will the course cover the latest updates and trends related to the specific ISO standards?
All our Courses are kept up to date with revisions, amendments, and guidelines for the standards.
How does the course cover the development and implementation of management systems based on the specific ISO standards?
Each course is devoted to an individual ISO or other standard.
Will the course cover the integration of ISO standards with other management frameworks (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)?
While nothing in our Courses conflicts with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methods, they are not part of our Implementation Courses.
How does the course address the importance of continual improvement within ISO management systems?
Continual improvement is part of every ISO management standard and will be comprehensively covered in your Course.
Competencies
What are the core competencies and skills I will develop through this diploma course?
Full details are given on the Diploma pages of our website.
Will I receive hands-on training or opportunities for real-world auditing experience during the course?
For purely practical reasons, participation in actual audits is not part of our offering. However, our scenario modules explore the practicalities of conducting audits, covering both what to do and what not to do as a first-time auditor.
Course Content
How does the course structure integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications?
In addition to modules on the applicable skills and knowledge, we provide modules of scenarios to explore the practical application of the skills and knowledge gained.
Will the course provide insights into the audit process, including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up?
Yes. We provide all the knowledge needed to conduct an effective audit program, both internal and external.
How does the course prepare me to manage audit teams or projects effectively?
By providing you with the step-by-step instruction and guidance required.
What role do regulatory compliance and industry standards play in the curriculum?
These are referenced and explained in your Course where applicable.
How does the course ensure that it stays up-to-date with changes in ISO standards and industry requirements?
All our Courses are updated whenever revised Standards, Guidelines, and applicable Regulations are published.
What methodologies or frameworks will be emphasized for driving organizational change related to ISO standards?
The Implementation Project Plan developed as part of your Course will help you implement and monitor changes and achieve compliance with the chosen standard’s requirements.
Course Materials
What assessment methods are used to evaluate my understanding of the material throughout the course?
Quizzes are included with each Lesson and each Module (a collection of Lessons) concludes with an Examination.
What resources, such as study materials or templates, will be provided to support my learning?
Course Materials include a 100+ page Implementation Handbook, a Documentation Toolkit, and other documentation. See the Diploma page for details.
How does the course prepare me for the certification exams required to become a lead auditor or consultant?
Every lesson concludes with a quiz, and our examinations are based on these quizzes. And, if you don’t understand the answer to a quiz question, you can use the free 24/7 Tutor Support to get an explanation.
A range of skills and methods of gathering audit evidence are included in your Course.
Are there opportunities for role-playing or simulation exercises to practice auditing scenarios?
Yes. A full module of scenarios is included in every course.
Certification
Are there any additional certifications or qualifications that can be obtained alongside the diploma?
With Extension Courses, other Standards can be added to your Diploma.
Requirements
Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the diploma course, such as prior experience or certifications?
While we do not have mandatory prerequisites, we recommend minimum qualifications and experience for our Learners. See the Diploma pages for details.
Career Prospects
How can I leverage the knowledge gained from the course to advance my career in auditing or consulting?
Publicize your Certificate. The certificate page has links to quickly update your LinkedIn, Facebook, and other social media profiles.
What are the typical job roles and career paths available to graduates of this diploma course?
Typical roles include QHSE Manager, QHSE Consultant, and Team or Lead Auditor with a Certification Body.
Diploma Courses
What are diploma courses?
Typically, they are 60 hours long for an online Course and are the equivalent of 80 hours of conventional lectures, which most universities and colleges would offer over two years. With deGRANDSON, you can get your Diploma in as little as two weeks (though most Learners will proceed at a less hectic pace).
How long is the validity of your certificates?
Your Diploma Certificate will remain valid indefinitely. There is no Expiry Date.
When Standards are revised, appropriate conversion courses specific to the standard in question will be offered to maintain the validity of your Diploma, which will be reissued at a minimum expenditure of money and time.
Why have a QR Code?
The Code verifiably identifies the person certified. As a holder of a deGRANDSON Global Certificate, you can…
- Share your Certificate with friends, colleagues, clients, etc.
- Upload the QR Code to your LinkedIn profile so potential employers or customers can instantly verify your qualification.
- Add the QR Code to the reverse of your Business Card for viewing on a Smartphone, Tablet, or Laptop.
Using the QR Code, you can instantly confirm your Qualification when face-to-face with a potential client. With these Codes, Registers maintained by some training organizations are rendered instantly obsolete.
What are IMS courses?
The abbreviation IMS stands for Integrated Management System and, while not officially defined, is usually understood as a management system that combines ISO 9001 for Quality, with ISO 14001 for Environmental, and with ISO 45001 for Occupational Health and Safety.
There are many other Integrated Management Systems, but in most industries, the standards mentioned above are the core standards for an IMS.
Thus, an IMS course covers how the three core standards are integrated into the overall management system.
Thus, in this instance, an IMS course covers how these three standards are integrated.
What are QHSE courses?
The abbreviation QHSE stands for Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental. It is, of course, similar in meaning to IMS, with, typically, a QHSE Manager responsible for maintaining IMS
