Description
Why should you attend?
The PECB ISO 9001 Lead Implementer training course spans over five days and is designed to equip you with the competence required to establish, implement, operate, maintain, and continually improve a QMS. Throughout the course, you will acquire extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements, as well as the best practices and methodologies utilized for implementing and maintaining a QMS.
Upon completing this training course, you will be equipped to assist organizations in adopting a structured and evidence-based approach to managing the quality of their products and services. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of the significance of customer focus and the advantages of establishing a culture that fosters and promotes quality within the organization.
Upon completing the training course, you will have the opportunity to take the certification exam. Successfully passing the exam will enable you to apply for the highly regarded Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer credential. This certification is internationally recognized and accredited by UKAS, and serves as proof of your competence in implementing a QMS that adheres to the requirements of ISO 9001.
Who should attend?
This training course is intended for:
- Individuals responsible for managing, maintaining, and improving the quality of products and services within their organization.
- Individuals who are responsible for ensuring that customer requirements are met within their organization.
- Individuals seeking in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS, including consultants, advisors, and professionals.
- Individuals seeking to learn PECB’s IMS2 Methodology for implementing a QMS.
- Individuals responsible for ensuring the QMS conformity with ISO 9001 requirements.
- Members of teams responsible for the implementation and operation of QMS.
- Individuals seeking to establish a career in quality management.
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will be able to:
- Provide an overview of the basic concepts and principles of a QMS that is based on ISO 9001.
- Gain an understanding of the ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS and interpret them from the perspective of an implementer.
- Utilize IMS2 Methodology and other best practices to initiate and plan the implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001.
- Support an organization in effectively operating, maintaining, and continuously improving their QMS based on the requirements of ISO 9001.
- Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit.
Educational approach
- This training course covers various theories, approaches, and best practices utilized in the implementation, operation, maintenance, and continual improvement of management systems.
- The training course combines theoretical concepts with practical examples over the four days.
- Trainers will engage in interactive discussions with participants, encouraging questions and feedback throughout the training course.
- Participants will complete essay-type homework exercises at the end of each day.
- Participants will be provided stand-alone quizzes after each section as well as scenario-based quizzes at the end of each day, which will help participants prepare for the certification exam.
Prerequisites
To participate in this training course, it is necessary to possess a fundamental understanding of ISO management system standards, a comprehensive knowledge of ISO 9001, and an awareness of MS implementation principles. Familiarity with ISO’s quality management principles may also be beneficial in facilitating the learning process.
Class Format(s)
Self-study
Certification(s)
| Credential | Exam | Professional Experience | ISMS Project Experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified ISO 9001 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 9001 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in Quality Management | Audit activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in Quality Management | Audit activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 9001 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Quality Management | Audit activities: a total of 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Content Style
See PECB Provider Profile Page for descriptions of Training Course Delivery Formats.
Project/Actual Training Days
5 days
Provider Additional Information
- The cost of the training course covers both examination and certification fees.
- The training course will provide participants with course materials containing more than 500 pages of practical examples and information.
- Participants who attend the training course will receive a course completion attestation that is valued at 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
- In the event of exam failure, participants can retake the exam once within 12 months at no extra cost.
