The PECB ISO 21001 Lead Auditor training course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct effective educational organization management system (EOMS) audits by applying recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques.
The PECB ISO 21001 Lead Auditor training course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of EOMSs, the requirements of ISO 21001, and the principles and practices involved in auditing these systems.
Throughout the course, participants will explore the different stages of an EOMS audit, from initiation and planning to conducting audit activities, evaluating evidence, reporting findings, and managing audit programs in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.
By combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, the course enables participants to apply auditing principles and techniques in realistic situations. Upon completion, participants will be better prepared to lead audit teams, conduct effective EOMS audits, evaluate conformity with ISO 21001, and further develop their professional competence in management systems auditing.
After you attend the training course, you will be able to sit for the exam. Upon successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Auditor” credential. The internationally recognized “PECB ISO 21001 Lead Auditor” certificate validates your professional expertise and demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills to audit EOMSs that are based on the requirements of ISO 21001.
This training course is intended for:
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
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The main requirements for participating in this training course are a fundamental understanding of ISO 21001 requirements for an EOMS and a foundational knowledge of audit concepts and principles.
Day 1: Introduction to Management Systems for Educational Organizations (EOMS) and ISO 21001
Day 2: Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit
Day 3: On-site audit activities
Day 4: Closing the audit
Day 5: Certification Exam
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an educational organization management system
Domain 2: Educational organization management system requirements
Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO 21001 audit
Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 21001 audit
Domain 6: Closing an ISO 21001 audit
Domain 7: Managing an ISO 21001 audit program
For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.
The certification requirements for ISO 21001 Lead Auditor are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | EOMS audit/assessment experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Provisional Auditor | PECB ISO 21001 Lead Auditor exam
|
None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Auditor | 2 years
(1 in educational organization management) |
200 hours | ||
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Auditor | 5 years
(2 in educational organization management) |
300 hours | ||
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Senior Lead Auditor | 10 years
(7 in educational organization management) |
1,000 hours |
The audit activities should follow best practices and include the following:
For more information about the ISO/IEC 21001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
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