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Cognicert ISO 17020 Lead Assessor Course

Join the Cognicert ISO 17020 Lead Assessor Course to enhance your auditing skills and gain expertise in ISO standards.

Course fees

Self-study
£500
Online training
£1,200
Enrol & Pay Online
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  • Globally recognised certificate
  • Flexible online & self-study options
  • Group training discounts available

Course Overview

Cognicert UK Limited http://cognicert.com

Inspection bodies carry out assessments on behalf of private clients, their parent organizations, or authorities, with the objective of providing information about the conformity of inspected items with regulations, standards, specifications, inspection schemes or contracts. Inspection parameters include matters of quantity, quality, safety, fitness for purpose, and continued safety compliance of installations or systems in operation. The general requirements with which these bodies are required to comply in order that their services are accepted by clients and by supervisory authorities are harmonized in this International Standard.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The “ISO 17020:2012 Lead Auditor” course provides comprehensive training for participants to be able to:

  • Understand how to audit each and every ISO 17020:2012   requirements
  • Learn fundamental auditing skills;
  • Implement methods to comply with the ISO 17020:2012
  • Audit process and techniques
  • Improve Auditor’s skills and techniques
  • Examine the requirements of ISO 17020 from an Auditor Perspective
  • Write Audit reports process and follow up corrective actions
  • Plan, Lead, Conduct and report an ISO 17020 audit;
  • Effectively verify root cause analysis as part of the ISO 17020 Management procedure on corrective action

WHO NEEDS THIS COURSE?

  • Persons responsible for conducting internal audits according to ISO 17020:2012 requirements
  • Persons involved in the ISO 17020:2012 accreditation assessment processes.
  • Quality inspectors

COURSE CONTENT

Day 1

  • Background and Development of ISO 17020:2012
  • Interpreting the Requirements of the ISO 17020:2012  Standard
  • The Process Management Approach
  • Independence of Inspection provider and process
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Management System Planning

Day 2

  • Document Management
  • Inspection Operations managements
  • Resource Management
  • Subcontracting
  • Process Improvement
  • Monitoring and Evaluation

Day 3

  • Fundamentals of Auditing
  • Auditing according to ISO 17011
  • Managing Audit Program
  • Audit Evidences
  • Audit Process
  • Audit Planning Preparation

Day 4

  • Leading an audit
  • Conducting Onsite Audit
  • Conducting Audit Follow-Up
  • The Root Cause Analysis Process
  • Certification Audit processes and criteria

Day 5

  • Revision and
  • Examination

Duration: 5 days

Training Methodologies

  • Case Study
  • Individual Exercises
  • Role Play
  • Group Exercises
  • Group Presentation
  • Examination

Who Is This Course For?

  • Quality managers and management system professionals seeking Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer status
  • Consultants advising organisations on standards implementation and compliance
  • Internal auditors looking to formalise and internationally recognise their skills
  • Professionals in regulated industries requiring evidence of independent competence
  • Individuals building a career in certification, auditing, or standards consultancy

No prior certification experience is required. Basic knowledge of management systems is beneficial.

Course Contents

01
Introduction & Standards Background

History, purpose, and structure of the standard. Key requirements and terminology.

02
Planning & Implementation

How to plan and execute a management system implementation aligned to the standard.

03
Audit Principles & Process

Audit types, planning, conducting, and reporting. Evidence-based auditing techniques.

04
Non-Conformities & Corrective Action

Identifying non-conformities, root cause analysis, and verifying corrective actions.

05
Assessment & Certification

Examination format, competency assessment, and the path to professional certification.

Pricing & Enrolment

Online Training

Live instructor-led sessions delivered online. Includes course materials, assessment, and certificate on successful completion.

£1,200 per person
  • Live virtual classroom sessions
  • Expert-facilitated instruction
  • Course materials included
  • Online assessment
  • Digital certificate on completion
Enrol & Pay Online

Group & Corporate Training

Training your team? We offer in-house and group sessions with custom scheduling and volume pricing for organisations of any size.

Custom contact us for a quote
  • Volume discounts for 5+ delegates
  • In-house delivery at your premises
  • Customised scheduling
  • Dedicated training coordinator
  • Post-training support included
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