ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training

ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditing

Course Description

This ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training course employs a metrics-driven, process-based approach to the theory and practice of conducting value-added audits of the ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. It prepares internal auditors to perform effective process audits and helps managers and supervisors take full advantage of the internal audit process. Training includes a detailed review of all elements of ISO 9001:2015 its effective implementation, and the benefits of quality management systems. This course meets the training portion of the requirements for certification of individual internal auditors. Training also addresses the requirements of ISO 19011 Auditing Standard.

Who Should Attend

This ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training course is designed for individuals responsible for managing an audit program for ISO 9001:2015, internal auditors, Quality Managers, Quality Assurance engineers, or anyone seeking to learn the process-based, metrics-driven audit process.

Learning Objectives
This course is designed to provide students with

  • An overview of the audit system and its requirements
  • The structure of the ISO 9001: 2015 requirements
  • An overview of the Process Model and Risk Based Thinking
  • Key principles in planning and controlling audits
  • The conduct and roles of an auditor
  • The content and structure of a documented quality management system
  • How audits fit into the overall system

Course Outline


  • Comprehensive review ISO 9001:2015 Standard and it structure
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Principles
  • ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training Key Themes
    • Process Approach
    • Risk Based Thinking
    • Context of the Organization
    • Leadership
    • Planning the Quality Management System
    • Documented Information
    • Organizational Knowledge
    • Control of Externally Provided Processes, Products and Services
    • Exclusions/Scope
    • Evaluation
    • Internal Audit
    • Plan Do Check Act (PDCA)
  • Detailed Review of ISO 9001:2015 Standard
  • Audit Planning and Execution are reinforced through a series of interactive workshops, simulated audits, tutorials, and case studies. Training includes a discussion about internal auditing metrics. Specific training topics include:
    • Introduction to Quality Audits
    • Management of Audit Programs
    • Audit Planning and Preparation
    • Audit Planning
    • Opening Meeting and Conducting the Audit
    • Summary Statement and Closing Meeting
    • Completing the Audit Report
    • Writing Nonconformities (using CARs)
    • Corrective Action and Close Out (using CARs)
    • Verification and Close Out

Course Format
20 hours
Combination lecture and classroom exercises
Available at QSG’s training facilities, on-site at your organization, and virtually

Course instructors:
Angelo Scangas – President and CEO
Susan Gorveatte – Consultant, Quality Management Systems / Auditing

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