ISO 9001 Lead Implementer

Course structure

By the end of this training course, the participant will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001
• Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 for a QMS from the perspective of an implementer
• Initiate and plan the implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001, by utilizing PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other best practices
• Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving a QMS based on ISO 9001
• Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit

Educational Approach

This training course is learner-centered and contains:

• Theories, approaches, and best practices used in management system implementation, operation, maintenance, and continual improvement
• Theoretical basis supported by practical examples, throughout the four days of the training course
• Interaction between the trainers and participants by means of questions and discussions
• Essay-type homework exercises at the end of each day
• Quizzes with stand-alone items (after each section) and scenario-based quizzes (at the end of each day), intended to prepare the participants for the certification exam

Course Agenda

Day 1: Introduction to ISO 9001 and the initiation of a QMS implementation

Day 2: Implementation plan of a QMS

Day 3: Implementation of a QMS

Day 4: QMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit

Day 5: Certification exam

Certification

The “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a quality management system

Domain 2: Initiation of a QMS implementation

Domain 3: Planning of a QMS implementation based on ISO 9001

Domain 4: Implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001

Domain 5: Monitoring and measurement of a QMS based on ISO 9001

Domain 6: Continual improvement of a QMS based on ISO 9001

Domain 7: Preparation for a QMS certification audit

For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 9001 credentials and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The credentials in the PECB ISO 9001 certification scheme have the following requirements:

Note: PECB certified individuals who possess both the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams related to this scheme. For more information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to PECB Master Credentials.

1. 1. Drafting a QMS implementation plan
   2. Managing or leading a QMS implementation
   3. Initiating a QMS implementation project
   4. Implementing a QMS
   5. Conducting process mapping activities
   6. Managing documented information
   7. Establishing performance indicators and evaluating the QMS performance
   8. Performing continual improvement activities

General Information

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
• PECB will provide over 500 pages of instructional materials containing explanations, guidance, and practical examples.
• An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
• In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months following the initial exam date.