ISO 9001 TRAINING COURSES
ISO 9001 sets out requirements for a quality management system (QMS) that helps organizations deliver consistently, meet customer and applicable requirements, and continually improve. Our courses cover four routes: Foundation, Lead Implementer, Internal Auditor, and Lead Auditor. Choose the course that fits your role—whether you are learning the standard, building a QMS, assessing it internally, or leading audits.
ISO 9001 training pathways
Compare the four courses
Foundation
Best forBeginners and professionals seeking an introduction to quality management.
What you will learnISO 9001 fundamentals, QMS concepts, risk-based thinking and continual improvement.
PrerequisiteNone.
Duration8 hours.
Typical next stepInternal Auditor or Lead Implementer.
Internal Auditor
Best forStaff responsible for checking and improving their organisation’s QMS.
What you will learnPlan and conduct internal audits, gather evidence, report findings and follow up corrective actions.
PrerequisiteBasic ISO 9001 knowledge recommended.
Duration16 hours.
Typical next stepLead Auditor for those who want to lead audit teams.
Lead Implementer
Best forQuality managers, consultants and professionals responsible for building or improving a QMS.
What you will learnPlan, implement, manage and maintain a quality management system based on ISO 9001.
PrerequisiteISO 9001 knowledge recommended.
Duration5 days.
Typical next stepLead QMS implementation and improvement within an organisation.
Lead Auditor
Best forAuditors and quality professionals preparing to lead QMS audits.
What you will learnPlan and lead audits, manage audit teams, evaluate evidence and report findings.
PrerequisiteISO 9001 and auditing knowledge recommended.
Duration40 hours.
Typical next stepAdvanced auditing roles and responsibilities.
Ready to choose your training?
Individual learners can explore available courses and dates in the training catalogue. Organisations can request a training solution for their team.
Frequently asked questions
ISO 9001 Training FAQs
Find clear answers about course selection, delivery and certification.
Which ISO 9001 course should I choose?
Choose Foundation if you are new to ISO 9001, Internal Auditor if you will assess your organisation’s QMS, Lead Implementer if you will build or improve a QMS, or Lead Auditor if you intend to lead QMS audits.
Should I choose Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor?
Lead Implementer focuses on establishing, managing and improving a quality management system. Lead Auditor focuses on planning and leading audits of a quality management system.
Do I need to take the Foundation course first?
Foundation is a useful starting point if you are new to ISO 9001. If you already have relevant knowledge or experience, check the entry requirements of the course you want to take.
How are the courses delivered?
Available learning methods may vary by course and schedule. Check the current training catalogue for available options, or contact our team about training for your organisation.
Will completing a course certify my organisation to ISO 9001?
No. A training course develops an individual’s knowledge and skills. Certification of an organisation’s quality management system is a separate process.
