IRCA - FD116 ISO9001 Foundation course syllabus.

Category: Quality

Level: Beginner

This course aims to provide learners who have an existing knowledge or experience of quality management with an understanding of ISO 9001:2015. It also offers a solid basis for those who wish to complete the CQI IRCA Certified QMS Auditor training courses.

It also outlines ISO 9001 as a useful tool for business improvement.

After successful completion of this course, learners will be able to understand and explain the purpose and benefits of Quality Management, as well as the structure and content of ISO 9001.

This course is for those requiring an introduction to the ISO 9001 family of standards, especially those involved in the design, implementation and management of a quality management system (QMS). Successful completion of this course is a requirement for certification as an Internal Auditor on IRCA´s QMS Scheme.

The structure of Annex SL

How ISO 9000, 9001 and 9004 fit together as standards

The context of an organisation

How Quality Management systems can benefit a business or organisation

The process of implementing and maintaining a Quality Management System

Key definitions contained within ISO 9000

The structure and seven principles of ISO 9001

Internal and external interest patterns

Risk-based thinking and potential for improvement