The PECB ISO 9001:2015 Lead Implementer training course prepares you to support an organization in establishing, managing, and maintaining a Quality Management System (QMS).

What is ISO 9001?

ISO 9001 is based on seven quality management principles and it aims to help organizations be more efficient and improve customer satisfaction. The requirements of ISO 9001 are applicable to any organization, regardless of its type, size, or the products or services it provides.

Published initially in 1987, ISO 9001 is the first international management system standard that specifies the requirements for the establishment, implementation, operation, maintenance, and continual improvement of a QMS in an organization.

The following references for this course are also available:

• Training Brochure
• Candidate Handbook

Why Should You Attend?

By attending this training course, you can help organizations utilize a structured and evidence-based approach for managing the quality of their products and services. You will also learn about the importance of customer focus and benefits of setting the foundations of an organizational culture which enables and supports quality.

The training course is followed by a certification exam. After successfully passing the exam, you may apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” certification which is UKAS accredited and internationally recognized. The certification validates your competence to implement a QMS based on the requirements of ISO 9001.

Educational approach

• 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

Prerequisites

The main requirements for participating in this training course are a basic knowledge of ISO management system standards, overall knowledge of ISO 9001, and the MS implementation principles. An understanding of ISO’s quality management principles may also facilitate the learning process.

Examination

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

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a QMS
• 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.

Certification

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below:

Credential	Exam	Professional experience	QMS project experience	Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO 9001 Provisional Implementer	PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent	None	None	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 9001 Implementer	PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent	Two years: One year of work experience in Quality Management	Project activities: a total of 200 hours	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer	PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent	Five years: Two years of work experience in Quality Management	Project activities: a total of 300 hours	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO 9001 Senior Lead Implementer	PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent	Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Quality Management	Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours	Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.

Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential if they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme.

To be considered valid implementation experience, the candidate’s activities should follow best practices and include the following:

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

For more information about the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

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

Fulfillment

Orders will be fulfilled within 24 hours assuming the student possesses a valid PECB ID number. Register a PECB account to obtain a PECB ID number.