The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor e-learning course is a self-paced online training delivered through MyPECB. The course takes approximately 40 hours and is available in English.
💻 100% online via MyPECB
⏱️ Duration: approx. 40 hours, self-study at your own pace
📅 Start date: anytime
🗣️ Language: English
📝 Exam: official PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam included
🔁 Retake: one free retake within 12 months if you do not pass the first attempt
📘 Materials: official PECB training materials included
🎓 Certificate: after completing the training and passing the exam, you can apply for the applicable PECB ISO 9001 Auditor certificate
What is included in the price?
The course fee includes access to the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor e-learning through MyPECB, official PECB training materials, the first PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam attempt, the official exam voucher, the certificate application fee and one free retake within 12 months if you do not pass the exam on your first attempt.
After completing the training, you will also receive an attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD credits.
Access, payment and invoicing
After completing your order, your MyPECB access will be arranged on the next working day. You can then follow the online lessons, review the digital training materials and complete the quizzes at your own pace. After completing the training, you can schedule your online PECB exam at a date and time that suits you.
The training can be purchased directly through the webshop and paid by iDEAL | Wero or credit card. After completing the order, an invoice or order confirmation will be sent by email. Organizations that wish to receive an invoice can order the training via the registration form. Once the form has been submitted, the order is placed and the invoice will be sent by email.
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About this ISO 9001 Lead Auditor e-learning course
This online course helps you develop the knowledge and skills required to perform and lead audits of a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001.
A QMS is a structured management system for improving quality, managing processes and meeting customer, legal and organizational requirements. Audits help organizations assess whether their QMS is effective, compliant and focused on continual improvement.
In this course, you learn how to plan, conduct and close QMS audits in accordance with internationally recognized audit standards and guidelines, including ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.
Why choose this training?
Organizations increasingly need to demonstrate that their quality processes are controlled, effective and aligned with internationally accepted standards. A well-executed audit helps identify improvement opportunities, assess conformity and strengthen trust in the organization’s quality management approach.
This Lead Auditor course helps you move from understanding ISO 9001 to assessing how the standard is applied in practice. You learn how to prepare audits, collect audit evidence, report findings and manage audit activities professionally.
What you will learn
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a Quality Management System based on ISO 9001
- Interpret ISO 9001 requirements from the perspective of an auditor
- Evaluate whether a QMS conforms to ISO 9001 requirements
- Plan, conduct and close an ISO 9001 audit in line with audit principles and good practices
- Report audit findings and nonconformities clearly
- Manage an ISO 9001 audit program
- Prepare for the PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam
Who should attend?
This ISO 9001 Lead Auditor course is suitable for:
- Auditors who want to perform or lead QMS audits
- Professionals responsible for maintaining conformity with ISO 9001 requirements
- Consultants supporting organizations with quality management or certification processes
- Technical experts preparing for QMS audits
- Professionals who want to develop a career in conformity assessment
- Quality managers, compliance professionals and process owners involved in QMS evaluation
Are you new to ISO 9001? Explore the ISO 9001 Foundation e-learning.
Planning to strengthen your implementation skills as well? Explore the ISO 9001 Lead Implementer e-learning.
Learning experience
This program is delivered entirely online through the PECB e-learning platform. After your MyPECB access has been activated, you will have access to:
- Video lessons and animations
- Interactive quizzes and practice assignments
- Downloadable examples, case studies and supporting materials
- Official PECB training materials
- 24/7 access from any device
Your MyPECB access will be arranged on the next working day after your order has been completed.
The course is structured to make self-study clear and manageable. You can follow the lessons at your own pace and use the quizzes, case studies and exercises to prepare for the official PECB exam.
Benefits of e-learning
- Learn flexibly at your own pace
- No travel time or fixed schedules
- Accessible via computer, tablet or smartphone
- Chapter-based quizzes and practice questions
- Complete digital learning package with examples, case studies and best practices
- Online exam scheduling at a date and time that suits you
Program, exam & certification
Course program
This ISO 9001 Lead Auditor e-learning focuses on auditing Quality Management Systems based on ISO 9001.
The course covers:
- Training course objectives and structure
- Quality management principles and the ISO 9000 family
- Quality Management System concepts
- ISO 9001 requirements
- Audit principles, audit methods and evidence collection
- Auditor roles and responsibilities
- Audit program management
- Preparing an ISO 9001 audit
- Initiating the audit process
- Conducting audit activities
- Interviewing, observation and document review
- Audit communication and audit team coordination
- Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
- Preparing and presenting the audit report
- Closing the audit
- Follow-up activities and corrective actions
- Preparation for the PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam
A Quality Management System (QMS) is a structured approach for managing processes, responsibilities and continual improvement to help an organization consistently meet quality requirements.
Exam
After completing the training, you may take the official PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam online via PECB Exams.
The exam covers the following domains:
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of quality management
- Domain 2: Quality Management System requirements
- Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
- Domain 4: Preparing an ISO 9001 audit
- Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 9001 audit
- Domain 6: Closing an ISO 9001 audit
- Domain 7: Managing an ISO 9001 audit program
Certificate
After completing the training and passing the exam, you can apply for the applicable PECB ISO 9001 Auditor certificate.
The final certificate depends on your professional experience, audit experience and the applicable PECB certification requirements.
You will receive the certificate once your application has been reviewed and approved by PECB.
FAQ
Is the PECB exam included in the course fee?
Yes. The course fee includes the first PECB ISO 9001 Lead Auditor exam attempt, including the official exam voucher.
Are the official PECB training materials included?
Yes. The course fee includes access to the official PECB training materials through MyPECB.
Is the certificate application fee included?
Yes. The certificate application fee is included in the course fee.
Is a free retake included?
Yes. One free retake is included within 12 months if you do not pass the exam on your first attempt.
How does access to MyPECB work?
After your order has been completed, your access to the e-learning environment through MyPECB will be arranged on the next working day. You will then receive the information you need to start your online training.
Is the training available immediately after checkout?
No. Access to MyPECB is not activated immediately after checkout. Your access will be arranged on the next working day after your order has been completed.
Which certificate can I obtain after passing the exam?
After completing the training and passing the exam, you can apply for the applicable PECB ISO 9001 Auditor certificate.
The final certificate depends on your professional experience, audit experience and the applicable PECB certification requirements.
Do I automatically receive the PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certificate after passing the exam?
No. Passing the exam allows you to apply for a PECB certificate. The final certificate depends on your professional experience, audit experience and the applicable PECB certification requirements.
What is the total cost of this Lead Auditor e-learning?
The standard course fee is € 1.085,00 excl. VAT. This includes access through MyPECB, official PECB training materials, the first exam attempt, the certificate application fee and one free retake within 12 months if you do not pass the first attempt.
Can my employer pay for the training?
Yes. The training can be purchased directly through the webshop and paid by Wero | iDEAL or credit card. Organizations that wish to receive an invoice can order the training via the registration form. Once the form has been submitted, the order is placed and the invoice will be sent by email.
Do I need previous ISO 9001 experience?
You should have a fundamental understanding of ISO 9001 requirements for a Quality Management System and a good understanding of audit principles.
If you are new to ISO 9001, the ISO 9001 Foundation e-learning is a suitable starting point.
What is the difference between Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer?
The Lead Auditor course focuses on auditing a Quality Management System and assessing whether it meets ISO 9001 requirements.
The Lead Implementer course focuses on planning, implementing, managing and improving a Quality Management System.
If you want to develop both audit and implementation skills, you can combine this course with the ISO 9001 Lead Implementer e-learning.
How long do I have access to the e-learning?
You have access to the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor e-learning for 12 months.