ABOUT:
The CQA® Certified Quality Auditor training program is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their capabilities and advance their careers in quality management. This comprehensive course offers in-depth knowledge and practical experience in auditing Quality Management Systems (QMS) against ISO 9001:2015 standards. Delivered in Arabic with course materials in English, the program prepares participants to effectively conduct audits, evaluate quality systems, and report findings in alignment with global standards.
CERTIFICATION BODY:
The certification is awarded by the CQI and IRCA, leading authorities in quality management system auditor training. CQI and IRCA have a global reputation for providing high-quality training, with over a million participants trained across more than 120 countries.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Understand the purpose of a QMS and ISO 9001:2015 principles of quality management.
- Interpret essential definitions and audit ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
- Analyze ISO 9001:2015 clauses and identify evidence of conformance.
- Recognize the roles and responsibilities of auditors and lead auditors.
- Plan and conduct interviews with top management to evaluate quality policies and objectives.
- Develop effective audit plans and process-based checklists.
- Conduct process audits for conformance and effectiveness, including quality objectives.
- Gather and evaluate objective evidence, identify non-conformance, and report findings accurately.
- Relate audit findings to organizational policies and present evaluations to top management.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Duration: The exam duration is typically 2 to 3 hours.
- Number of Questions: The exam includes approximately 40 to 60 questions.
- Passing Percentage: A passing score is generally 70% or higher.
RE CERTIFICATION:
- Renewal Period: Recertification is required every 3 years.
- Recertification Requirements: To maintain certification, you must either complete continuing education or pass a recertification exam.
- Recertification Fee: A fee is required for recertification.
- Documentation: You may need to provide evidence of continuing education or relevant professional experience.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 10 Lessons
- 40 Hours
- CONTENT:10
- 1.1Introduction to QMS and ISO 9001:2015
- 1.2Definitions and Interpretation of ISO 9001:2015
- 1.3Analysis of ISO 9001:2015 Clauses
- 1.4Roles and Responsibilities of Auditors and Lead Auditors
- 1.5Planning and Conducting Audits
- 1.6Interviewing Top Management
- 1.7Audit Planning and Process-Based Checklists
- 1.8Gathering Objective Evidence
- 1.9Evaluating Evidence and Reporting Findings
- 1.10Presenting Findings to Management
Requirements
- Knowledge: Understanding of ISO 9001 and auditing experience.
- Prior Training: Completion of the ISO 9001 Appreciation and Interpretation course.
- Experience: Familiarity with quality management principles and the PDCA cycle, quality management terms, and ISO 9001 structure.
- Pre-Course Work: Completion of approximately 2 hours of pre-course preparation.
Target audiences
- Professionals aiming to audit Quality Management Systems against ISO 9001 requirements.
- Current Auditors or Quality System Managers seeking to enhance their qualifications.
- Individuals preparing for 3rd party or certification audits.
- Those needing to fulfill the formal training requirements for IRCA auditor certification.