ISO 37301 Lead Auditor
Why should you attend?
The PECB Certified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor training course provides the essential skills and knowledge to effectively carry out compliance management system (CMS) audits using widely recognized auditing principles, techniques, and procedures.
Organizations are increasingly looking for qualified auditors to ensure that their policies, procedures, and controls align with ISO 37301 standards. This training course is designed to equip you with the competence needed to conduct successful audits and highlight the importance of effective CMS audits. By completing this course, you will strengthen your ability to plan and execute CMS audits, guided by ISO 19011 auditing guidelines and the ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.
Upon successful completion, you can potentially qualify to conduct audits for conformity assessment bodies. The training includes hands-on exercises, quizzes, and case studies to help you master key aspects of CMS auditing, including ISO 37301 requirements, audit tools and techniques, leading audit teams, interviewing auditees, reviewing documented information, drafting nonconformity reports, and preparing the final audit report.
After the course, you can sit for an exam to evaluate your knowledge of CMS audits. Successfully passing the exam will allow you to apply for the PECB Certified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor certification, validating your expertise in auditing CMS based on ISO 37301.
Who should attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Auditors aspiring to lead CMS audits
- Managers or consultants aiming to master CMS audit processes
- Individuals responsible for ensuring ISO 37301 compliance within an organization
- Technical experts preparing for a CMS audit
- Expert advisors and compliance officers
Learning objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the core concepts of a compliance management system (CMS) based on ISO 37301
- Identify the relationship between ISO 37301 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Recognize the auditor’s role in planning, leading, and conducting CMS audits according to ISO 19011
- Interpret ISO 37301 requirements in the context of CMS audits
- Plan and lead audits, draft nonconformity reports, and follow up on audits
- Apply professional care during audits
Educational approach
This course is participant-centered and includes:
- Key theories, approaches, and best practices in ISO management system audits
- Lectures with examples based on real-life case studies
- Practical exercises involving role-playing, case studies, and discussions
- Interaction between participants through Q&A and feedback
- Quizzes with both stand-alone and scenario-based questions to help prepare for the certification exam
Prerequisites
To benefit fully from this course, participants should have a fundamental understanding of ISO 37301 requirements (or ISO 19600 guidelines) for a CMS, as well as a solid knowledge of audit principles.
Course Agenda
- Day 1: Introduction to Compliance Management Systems (CMS) and ISO 37301
- Day 2: Audit Principles and Audit Preparation
- Day 3: On-site Audit Activities
- Day 4: Closing the Audit
- Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
The PECB Certified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam is aligned with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following domains:
- Fundamental Concepts and Principles of CMS
- CMS Requirements
- Audit Concepts and Principles
- Preparing for an ISO 37301 Audit
- Conducting an ISO 37301 Audit
- Closing an ISO 37301 Audit
- Managing an ISO 37301 Audit Program
For more details about the exam type, languages, and other specific information, refer to the PECB Exams List and Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
Upon passing the exam, you can apply for certification. You will receive a certificate once you meet all the requirements for the selected credential.
ISO 37301 Certification Requirements:
| Credential | Exam | Professional Experience | Audit/Assessment Experience | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provisional Auditor | PECB ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam | None | None | Signing PECB Code of Ethics |
| ISO 37301 Auditor | PECB ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam | 2 years (1 in compliance management) | 200 hours of audit activities | Signing PECB Code of Ethics |
| ISO 37301 Lead Auditor | PECB ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam | 5 years (2 in compliance management) | 300 hours of audit activities | Signing PECB Code of Ethics |
| ISO 37301 Senior Lead Auditor | PECB ISO 37301 Lead Auditor exam | 10 years (7 in compliance management) | 1,000 hours of audit activities | Signing PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: PECB Certified individuals holding both Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are eligible for the PECB Master Credential after passing 4 additional Foundation Exams.
General Information
- Certification and exam fees are included in the course price.
- Participants will receive over 450 pages of training materials with practical examples.
- Upon course completion, participants will earn 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
- If the exam is not passed, the candidate may retake the exam once for free within 12 months.
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