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ISO 9001 Foundation Training: Build Your Quality Management Foundation

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Overview

What is ISO 9001?

ISO 9001 is the world’s most widely adopted quality-management standard, with over a million certified organizations globally. It defines the requirements for a Quality Management System (QMS) built on the process approach, risk-based thinking and the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.

Published as ISO 9001:2015, it helps organizations deliver consistent products and services, meet customer and regulatory requirements and drive continual improvement.

Audience

Who Should Attend

  • Professionals new to quality management or joining a QMS project team
  • Quality Manager, QMS Coordinator, Process Owner, Quality Consultant, Internal Auditor
  • Consultants and graduates building a compliance career
  • Anyone planning to take the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer course
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

  • The purpose, scope and key terms of ISO 9001:2015
  • How the QMS fits the Annex SL high-level structure
  • The core concepts: the process approach, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), risk-based thinking, customer satisfaction and continual improvement
  • The Plan-Do-Check-Act approach to continual improvement
  • How certification and the audit cycle work
Delivery & Certification

Format, Duration & Certification

FormatWhat to expect
Online (live virtual)2-day instructor-led course, join from anywhere
ClassroomFace-to-face training in selected locations
On-site / In-houseDelivered at your premises for teams

The course prepares you for the ISO 9001 Foundation certification exam — typically a one-hour, multiple-choice paper. On passing you receive a recognized Foundation certificate.

It is the ideal first step before progressing to the Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer certification.

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Why Choose On Demand Skillz

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Learn from certified ISO Lead Auditors and practitioners with 15+ years of real-world experience.

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Curriculum aligned with PECB, (ISC)², PMI and Exemplar Global standards, accepted by employers worldwide.

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Flexible Learning Formats

Live instructor-led, classroom, on-site or blended — your training fits your schedule and goals.

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Exam Preparation Included

Mock exams, question banks and trainer guidance are built in, all the way to certification.

§ 05

Updated 2024/2026 Curriculum

Continuously updated to reflect the latest ISO amendments and exam outlines.

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Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, with clear refund and rescheduling policies so you enroll with confidence.

Compare Levels

Foundation vs Lead Auditor vs Lead Implementer

FoundationLead AuditorLead Implementer
GoalUnderstand ISO 9001 basicsAudit a QMSBuild & run a QMS
Duration2 days4 days4 days
Best forNewcomers, team membersAuditors, consultantsManagers, implementers
PrerequisiteNoneFoundation recommendedFoundation recommended
Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISO 9001?
ISO 9001 (ISO 9001:2015) is the international standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It provides a structured framework organizations use to manage quality management consistently and demonstrate compliance to customers, regulators and partners.
Who should attend the ISO 9001 Foundation course?
Anyone new to quality management — including team members on a QMS project, consultants and graduates — who wants a solid grounding before Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer training.
Is there an exam at the end of ISO 9001 Foundation training?
Yes. Foundation courses typically conclude with a short multiple-choice exam (about one hour). Passing earns a recognized Foundation certificate. Your exact exam format is confirmed at enrolment.
What is the difference between ISO 9001 Foundation, Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer?
Foundation builds core knowledge. Lead Auditor trains you to audit a QMS; Lead Implementer trains you to build and run one. Most learners start with Foundation.
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