Overview
- 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
- Persons responsible for conducting internal audits according to ISO 18788:2015 requirements
- Persons involved in the ISO 18788:2015 certification audit process
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
