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Cognicert ISO 18788 Lead Auditor Course

Cognicert's ISO 18788 Lead Auditor Course equips you with essential auditing skills and knowledge for ISO 18788 compliance.

  • Practical, standards-based professional learning
  • Assessment and verifiable Cognicert certification
  • Flexible online, self-study and organisational delivery

Overview

Cognicert UK Limited http://cognicert.com Security and safety challenges rank among the most pressing issues of modern times. Challenges such as, cyber-crime, terrorism, and environmental disasters impact the lives of millions across the globe. These issues also rank high on the agenda of politicians, international organizations and businesses. They also feature prominently in the public conscience and in governmental policies. In the current, interconnected world, security challenges are becoming increasingly complex. COURSE OBJECTIVES The “ISO 18788:2015    Lead Auditor” course provides comprehensive training for participants to be able to:
  • Understand to audit each and every ISO 18788:2015   requirements
  • Learn fundamental auditing skills;
  • Implement methods to comply with the ISO 18788:2015
  • Audit process and techniques
  • Improve Auditor’s skills and techniques
  • Examine the requirements of ISO 18788 from an Auditor Perspective
  • Write Audit reports process and follow up corrective actions
  • Plan, Lead, Conduct and report an ISO 18788 audit;
  • Effectively verify root cause analysis as part of the ISO 18788 Management procedure on corrective action
WHO NEEDS THIS COURSE?
  • Persons responsible for conducting internal audits according to ISO 18788:2015 requirements
  • Persons involved in the ISO 18788:2015 certification audit process
 COURSE CONTENT Background and Development of ISO 18788:2015      Definition of ISO 18788:2015 Benefits of ISO 18788:2015 Types of Audits Why  Audits are needed Introduction to the Requirements of the ISO 18788:2015  Standard Interpretations of Key Terms Elements of a Management System The ISO 18788:2015      Standard Continual Improvement Cycle Management Process Model Management System Requirements The Documentation Requirements of ISO 18788:2015 Management Responsibility Resource Management Measurement, Analysis and Improvement The Process Management Approach Process Management Approach The Planning Phase Establish Process Measurements Analyze the Process Design or Redesign the Process Process Mapping Introduction to Document Control Elements of Documents Process Approach to Documentation Identifying Documents and their Owners Types of Documents Master Document List Document Control Revisions and Maintenance Tips for Document Writers Introduction to Management Review Making Management Review relevant to Management What will be reviewed? Establishing the Objectives Planning the Management Review Output of Management Review ISO 17021:2015 Fundamentals of Auditing Decide how to Audit Principles of Auditing Managing an Audit Program Preparation & Planning Of Audits Preparation Of checklist ISO 17021:2015 and ISO 18788:2015 Audit Activities ISO 17021:2015 Audit Process Certification Audit processes and criteria Identification of Non-Conformities [N/C’s]. Documenting the Audit (Audit Report) Conducting Audit Follow-Up Practical Auditing Exercise Competence and Evaluation of Auditors. Creating a Corrective Action Plan What is Root Cause Analysis? When (and when not) to use Root Cause Analysis The Root Cause Analysis Process How to construct a Root Cause Analysis Checklist Examples of how a well-run Root Cause Analysis Process works Corrective and Preventive Actions  Duration: 5 days

Objectives

  • Build a clear working understanding of ISO 18788 Lead Auditor.
  • Apply relevant principles, requirements and good practice in realistic organisational contexts.
  • Prepare participants to contribute confidently to implementation, assurance or professional practice.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the programme, participants should be able to explain the core concepts, identify practical requirements, evaluate evidence and plan appropriate improvement actions.

Reference standard

The programme is structured around ISO 18788 and the supporting guidance relevant to the course scope. Cognicert advisers can confirm the edition used for your selected cohort.

Target audience

Suitable for managers, practitioners, auditors, implementers, consultants and other professionals whose responsibilities relate to ISO 18788 Lead Auditor.

Benefits

  • Stronger practical capability and professional confidence
  • A structured approach that can be transferred to the workplace
  • Assessment and a verifiable Cognicert certificate where the course requirements are met

Course content

The programme covers essential concepts, requirements, implementation considerations, evidence-based evaluation, common challenges and practical improvement planning.

Training methodologies

  • Case Study
  • Individual Exercises
  • Role Play
  • Group Exercises
  • Group Presentation
  • Examination
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Refunds, cancellations and transfers

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UPCOMING COURSE CALENDAR

Training, exam and application dates

Only future intakes are shown. Late applications incur £50.

TRAINING DATESEXAMAPPLICATION DEADLINELATE APPLICATIONONLINE FEESELF-STUDY FEEENROL
9–13 November 202613 November 202612 October 202621 October 2026£1,500£600Book this intake
VERIFIABLE ACHIEVEMENT

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Successful candidates receive a uniquely numbered Cognicert certificate that another person can check through our public certificate-verification service.

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YOUR COURSE ADVISER

Need help before enrolling?

Lisa Williams
Course and Business Development Adviser
Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 UK time

+44 20 3432 2505
info@cognicert.com

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