In today’s global marketplace, trust, quality, and compliance are at the heart of every successful product, service, and system. Certification bodies play a vital role in assuring that organizations meet international standards—and at the center of this process are skilled Lead Auditors.
The LICQual ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Conformity Assessment Lead Auditor course is designed to equip professionals with the expertise required to lead and manage audits effectively. ISO/IEC 17065:2012 is the international standard that outlines the requirements for bodies certifying products, processes, and services, ensuring fairness, consistency, and competence in conformity assessment.
Why Choose This Qualification?
This program provides in-depth training to help you:
- Understand the principles of conformity assessment and ISO/IEC 17065:2012 requirements.
- Gain practical skills in audit planning, execution, and reporting.
- Develop confidence in handling non-conformities and corrective actions.
- Build competence to lead audits within certification bodies across multiple sectors such as manufacturing, engineering, environmental, and quality management.
- Advance your career by becoming a qualified Lead Auditor, a role in high demand across industries.
Course Structure
The qualification consists of 6 comprehensive units, totaling 40 credits and 120 Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
- Introduction to ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Conformity Assessment – 8 credits / 24 GLH
- Auditing Principles and Practices – 8 credits / 24 GLH
- Auditor Competence and Responsibilities – 6 credits / 18 GLH
- Planning and Conducting Audits – 6 credits / 18 GLH
- Non-Conformities and Corrective Actions – 6 credits / 18 GLH
- Audit Reporting and Follow-up – 6 credits / 18 GLH
Entry Requirements
To enroll, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Age: Minimum 16 years old.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, quality management, or related fields is advantageous.
- Experience: At least 2 years of professional experience in quality management, auditing, or conformity assessment. Familiarity with ISO standards is recommended.
- English Proficiency: For non-native speakers, IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is required.
Who Should Enroll?
This diploma is ideal for:
- Professionals aspiring to become Lead Auditors in conformity assessment.
- Individuals working in or with certification bodies.
- Quality managers, auditors, and compliance officers seeking to advance their expertise.
- Professionals in manufacturing, engineering, environmental, or safety sectors who deal with audits and certifications.
- Anyone aiming to specialize in ISO/IEC 17065:2012 and strengthen their role in quality assurance and risk management.
Your Career Advantage
By completing this course, you will gain the qualifications and confidence to lead conformity assessment audits with competence and integrity. With industries increasingly demanding certified auditors, this diploma can open doors to higher-level auditing roles, consulting opportunities, and leadership positions within certification bodies worldwide.
