ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Blended Course
Combine flexible self-paced learning with three days of practical, tutor-led Lead Auditor training.
This 40-hour blended course gives you the freedom to complete the foundation and audit-planning modules online before joining Temple’s experienced tutors for interactive classroom learning, practical exercises and assessment.
Professional Lead Auditor training with greater flexibility.
The blended pathway gives delegates the same focused Lead Auditor development through a combination of independent online learning and intensive tutor-led training.
During the first stage, you complete flexible e-learning modules covering management system foundations, ISO 9001 requirements, audit principles and audit preparation. This allows you to build the required knowledge at your own pace before attending the live training.
The classroom stage then focuses on practical application. Through discussion, exercises, case studies and audit scenarios, you develop the judgement, communication and leadership skills needed to manage a complete ISO 9001 audit.
Build your knowledge online. Apply it with an expert tutor.
The course is deliberately divided into two connected stages, giving you greater flexibility without removing the discussion, practical application and tutor support required for advanced auditor development.
Self-paced E-learning
Complete the core knowledge modules online at a pace that works around your professional commitments.
- Quality and management system principles
- ISO 9001 requirements and terminology
- Auditing principles and responsibilities
- Audit planning and preparation
- Interactive learning and knowledge checks
Interactive Classroom Training
Join a Temple tutor for intensive practical learning, case studies, exercises and audit-team activities.
- Audit interviews and evidence gathering
- Writing findings and nonconformities
- Managing audit teams and communication
- Case studies and audit scenarios
- Assessment and course completion
Greater flexibility
Complete the initial learning without travelling or taking five consecutive classroom days away from work.
Focused tutor time
Use the live training days for discussion, practical application and development of advanced auditing skills.
Structured progression
Build the technical foundation first, then apply the knowledge through realistic audit situations.
Designed for professionals who need advanced training with greater flexibility.
The blended course is suitable for quality professionals, auditors, consultants and managers who need recognised Lead Auditor training but cannot easily attend five consecutive classroom days.
Quality Managers
For professionals responsible for quality assurance, management systems and organisational improvement.
Experienced Internal Auditors
For auditors progressing towards leading more complex first, second or third-party audits.
Supplier Auditors
For professionals responsible for evaluating suppliers, contractors and supply-chain partners.
Management System Consultants
For consultants supporting ISO 9001 implementation, audit preparation and certification readiness.
Busy Professionals
For delegates who require advanced auditor training delivered around operational and client commitments.
Organisational Audit Teams
For employers developing consistent Lead Auditor capability across a professional team.
Develop the knowledge and judgement to lead complete ISO 9001 audits.
The course combines technical understanding with the practical leadership, communication and decision-making skills expected of a Lead Auditor.
You will learn how to plan an audit, lead an audit team, evaluate objective evidence and report clear conclusions while managing the professional and interpersonal challenges that arise during an audit.
Enquire About Blended TrainingISO 9001 requirements
Understand the standard’s requirements and how they should be evaluated during an audit.
Audit objectives and scope
Establish clear audit objectives, criteria, scope, methods, resources and responsibilities.
Audit-team leadership
Allocate work, coordinate activities and maintain effective communication across an audit team.
Evidence and interviewing
Use interviews, observation, records and sampling to form balanced audit conclusions.
Findings and nonconformity
Evaluate evidence and write clear, factual and defensible audit findings.
Reporting and follow-up
Report conclusions professionally and understand corrective-action and follow-up requirements.
A structured five-day pathway from knowledge to practical audit leadership.
The programme combines approximately two days of self-paced online learning with three days of intensive tutor-led classroom activity.
Foundations and Standards
Explore the principles of quality and management systems, the structure of ISO 9001 and the wider context of management system auditing.
Audit Planning and Conducting
Study audit planning, responsibilities, evidence gathering, interviewing, reporting and the principal stages of the audit process.
Nonconformity and Corrective Action
Apply the online learning through tutor-led discussion, practical exercises, findings and nonconformity-writing activities.
Case Studies and Audit Reporting
Work through realistic audit situations, review evidence, prepare reports and consider the responsibilities of the Lead Auditor.
Conformity Assessment and Course Completion
Consolidate the complete audit process, review certification and follow-up requirements and complete the relevant course assessment.
What you will be able to do after the course.
Successful delegates should leave with a clearer understanding of the complete audit lifecycle and the responsibilities involved in leading ISO 9001 audits.
- Explain the purpose and requirements of an ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
- Plan and prepare first, second or third-party audit activities.
- Allocate responsibilities and lead an audit team effectively.
- Gather and evaluate objective audit evidence.
- Write clear findings, nonconformities and audit conclusions.
- Manage reporting, certification and audit follow-up activities.
CQI and IRCA certified training.
This course is certified by the Chartered Quality Institute and International Register of Certificated Auditors.
CQI and IRCA certification provides independent recognition that the course meets defined professional training requirements. Delegates must satisfy the course attendance, participation and assessment requirements to complete the programme successfully.
Completion of a certified training course may support a delegate’s wider professional development, but additional experience and registration requirements may apply to individual auditor grades.
Ask About Course RequirementsCommon questions about blended ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training.
Find guidance on the blended format, course preparation, assessment and successful completion.
How does the blended Lead Auditor course work?
The course combines approximately two days of flexible self-paced e-learning with three days of interactive tutor-led classroom training. The online modules establish the core knowledge before delegates move into practical audit activities.
How long does the blended course take?
The full programme comprises 40 hours of learning. Days 1 and 2 are completed through self-paced e-learning, followed by three scheduled days of tutor-led training.
Who should attend the course?
The course is suitable for quality managers, experienced internal auditors, consultants, supplier auditors and other professionals who need to lead ISO 9001 audits but prefer a more flexible delivery format.
Do I need previous ISO 9001 knowledge?
Delegates should have an appropriate understanding of ISO 9001 and quality management principles. Those who are completely new to the standard may benefit from Foundation or Internal Auditor training first.
Must I complete the e-learning before the classroom stage?
Yes. The online modules provide the knowledge required for the tutor-led stage and should be completed in accordance with the course instructions before attending the classroom sessions.
Is this a CQI and IRCA certified course?
Yes. The course is certified by CQI and IRCA. Delegates must meet the stated attendance, participation and assessment requirements for successful course completion.
Does the course include an assessment?
The programme includes required assessment activities. Full assessment and successful-completion requirements should be confirmed with Temple’s training team before booking.
Can Temple deliver blended training for our organisation?
Temple can discuss dedicated delivery for quality teams and organisations. Contact the training team to discuss delegate numbers, timescales and the most suitable delivery arrangement.
Become an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor through flexible blended learning.
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