Internal Auditing (Remote)

Course Description

Live, instructor-led remote training that provides practical knowledge of the skills and techniques for conducting internal audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2018 – “Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems”.

NOTE – This module can be combined with an “Understanding” module to gain competency as an internal auditor for a specific standard (e.g., ISO 9001:2015).

Who Should Take It

• ISO Coordinators, Quality Managers & Management Representatives
• Members of the Quality Team and/or Internal Audit Team
• ISO Management System Auditors, Quality Professionals and Consultants

Course Content

• Introduction to ISO 19011:2018 as the international set of guidelines for auditing management systems.
• Introduction to the different types of audits, their purpose, and the associated roles and responsibilities.
• The 7 Principles of Auditing
• Management system processes and the Process Approach to Auditing.
• The 6 steps to managing an Audit Program.
• The 6 steps to conducting an Internal Audit.
• Practice in tools and techniques for gathering evidence (checklists, interviews, observations, etc.).
• Achieving, evaluating and maintaining auditor competence.
• Communication skills, leadership skills, and attitudes required to effectively perform internal audits.

Prerequisites

This is an introductory course in auditing skills and no prerequisite training is required.

However, it is recommended that participants looking to gain competency as an Internal Auditor for a specific standard (e.g., ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, AS9100 Rev. D, etc.) should complete the relevant “Understanding” module for that standard prior to attending this training module.