Description

Requirements of ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 for Management System Certification Bodies

Master the International Standard for Credible Audit and Certification Processes

 

In the world of management system certification, the credibility and reliability of the certification process are fundamental to building trust across industries. The ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 standard is the globally recognized benchmark for the competence, consistency, and impartiality of bodies providing audit and certification of management systems. This comprehensive course is your definitive guide to understanding, implementing, and auditing against this critical standard. By focusing on real-life scenarios and the requirements of the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), you will gain the knowledge to ensure your certification body operates with the highest levels of integrity and technical competence.

 

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Interpret the Standard with a clear, structured understanding of all clauses and their application in a certification body.

  • Implement Effective Processes for managing impartiality, competence, and the entire certification cycle.

  • Plan and Conduct robust internal audits and meaningful management reviews specific to a certification body's operations.

  • Manage Non-conformities and CAPA effectively to drive continual improvement within the certification process.

  • Understand NABCB Accreditation Requirements and prepare your organization for a successful assessment.

  • Apply Knowledge Practically through real-world case studies and interactive workshops that simulate certification body challenges.

     

Course Curriculum

The course is structured into digestible modules, designed for optimal learning flow:

  • Module 1: Introduction and Comprehensive Interpretation of ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 Requirements

  • Module 2: Key Processes: Impartiality, Competence, and Certification Cycle Management

  • Module 3: Conducting Internal Audits, Management Reviews, and Managing Non-conformities

  • Module 4: Preparing for NABCB Accreditation and Meeting Additional Requirements

  • Module 5: Real-Life Scenarios, Case Studies, and Interactive Q&A Sessions

 

Who Is This Course For?

This course is essential for professionals involved in the operation, management, and assessment of management system certification bodies, including:

  • Top Management and Personnel of Certification Bodies

  • Quality Managers and Compliance Officers

  • Lead Auditors and Certification Auditors

  • Consultants and Advisors for certification bodies

  • Regulators and Specifiers who rely on certified management systems

 

Prerequisites

While there are no formal prerequisites, it is highly recommended that participants have a fair knowledge of management system certification and accreditation processes to maximize their learning.

 

Course Features & Included Materials

  • Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on exercises and scenario-based workshops to reinforce understanding.

  • Expert-Led Sessions: Participate in dedicated Q&A sessions with experienced assessors and certification professionals.

     

  • Knowledge Evaluation: Gauge your understanding with Pre and Post-training assessments.
  • Comprehensive Learning Materials: Digital Learning Materials and a copy of ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 (For Training Purposes only).
  • Certificate of Training: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal, shareable on professional networks like LinkedIn. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.

 

Enroll Today and Elevate the Credibility of Your Certification Body!

Invest in your skills to implement, maintain, and audit a world-class certification system that inspires confidence and meets international benchmarks.

 

For more information, please contact:

Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org or call +91 97735 00376.