Welcome to the LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems Lead Auditor course, designed to provide you with essential skills and knowledge to become an expert lead auditor for management systems. ISO 19011:2018 offers comprehensive guidelines for auditing management systems, covering both the principles of auditing and the skills required to conduct audits effectively.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your auditing career or become a certified lead auditor, this course will guide you through the nuances of ISO 19011:2018, ensuring you gain practical insights and professional expertise to excel in the field.
The LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems Lead Auditor course is structured to offer both theoretical understanding and hands-on auditing experience. ISO 19011:2018 serves as the international standard for auditing management systems, focusing on the principles and processes essential for effective audits. In this course, you will learn key auditing techniques, audit planning, conducting audits, and handling non-conformities to ensure the ongoing improvement and compliance of management systems.
By completing this course, you will gain a deep understanding of the essential components of auditing, including how to assess the effectiveness of management systems, evaluate performance, and recommend corrective actions. You will also gain knowledge of how to lead audit teams, communicate audit results clearly, and contribute to the continuous improvement of organizational processes.
Whether you’re new to auditing or looking to strengthen your leadership skills in this field, this course will equip you with the tools and knowledge to become a proficient ISO 19011:2018 Lead Auditor, ready to lead effective and efficient audits for any management system.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for Auditing Management System Lead Auditor
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200173
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for Auditing Management System Lead Auditor, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200173-1 |
Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 and Auditing Principles |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200173-2 |
Auditing Process and Planning |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200173-3 |
Conducting Audits |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-4 |
Identifying Non-Conformities and Reporting Findings |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-5 |
Auditor Competencies and Team Leadership |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200173-6 |
Follow-Up Audits and Continuous Improvement |
6 |
18 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 and Auditing Principles
- Understand the purpose and scope of ISO 19011:2018 and its importance in auditing management systems.
- Identify the key principles of auditing, including independence, objectivity, and evidence-based evaluation.
- Understand the relationship between ISO 19011:2018 and other management system standards such as ISO 9001.
Auditing Process and Planning
- Demonstrate the ability to develop an effective audit plan, including defining the scope, objectives, and audit criteria.
- Understand the steps involved in the auditing process, from initiation to closure.
- Learn to prepare audit schedules, checklists, and resources for efficient audit execution.
Conducting Audits
- Gain the skills to effectively conduct audits using techniques like document review, interviews, and site inspections.
- Learn how to gather reliable audit evidence to ensure audits are objective and thorough.
- Develop the ability to manage audit teams and ensure clear communication throughout the audit process.
Identifying Non-Conformities and Reporting Findings
- Learn to identify non-conformities, assess their impact, and prioritize corrective actions.
- Gain the ability to conduct root cause analysis to determine appropriate corrective actions.
- Develop the skills to write clear and actionable audit reports that document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Auditor Competencies and Team Leadership
- Understand the core competencies required for effective lead auditors, including leadership, communication, and decision-making.
- Learn how to lead and manage audit teams, ensuring effective resource utilization and performance.
- Gain techniques to maintain objectivity and impartiality while managing audits.
Follow-Up Audits and Continuous Improvement
- Understand the importance of follow-up audits to verify the implementation of corrective actions.
- Learn methods to assess the effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure they result in continuous improvement.
- Recognize the role of audits in supporting ongoing compliance and enhancing the performance of management systems.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
