ISO 9001 Foundation Course: Building Quality Management Skills

Build strong foundations in Quality Management Systems with internationally recognised certification.

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ISO 9001:2015 Foundation (QMS) is a one-day introductory course that offers a clear and accessible entry point into the world of quality management systems. Designed for those with little or no prior knowledge of ISO 9001, it explains the standard in a practical, easy-to-understand format. Delivered in association with CQI and IRCA Approved Training Partner Antaris, the course is aligned with international best practices and provides a pathway to globally recognised auditing credentials.

This course also serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced qualifications, such as CQI IRCA Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor training. It provides the essential grounding required for those considering further professional development in quality management and auditing.

This foundation course introduces core ISO 9001:2015 concepts, standard structures and terminology to build a practical understanding of QMS frameworks:

Defining “quality” and its implications in business
Purpose and benefits of quality standards, Annex SL and risk-based thinking
7 Quality Management Principles
Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and Continual Improvement cycles
ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 9004 relationships
Detailed overview of ISO 9001:2015 requirements
Comparison with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 via Annex SL structure

The programme is highly practical and can be tailored to suit organisational needs. For In-Company training, learners are encouraged to use real documentation from their workplace to apply the learning directly.

This programme is designed for anyone involved in the auditing, management, or implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) that conforms to ISO 9001:2015. It is equally valuable for those who are new to auditing and for experienced auditors who wish to strengthen their skills.

It will benefit individuals who:

Conduct, plan, or support internal audits of a QMS
Manage, maintain, or implement ISO 9001:2015 quality systems
Need to identify and address gaps in system effectiveness to support compliance
Carry out supplier or external audits on behalf of their organisation

Typical participants include Quality Managers and Engineers, Department Managers and Supervisors and personnel responsible for supplier or process audits.

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Define the concept of "quality" and its relevance within ISO standards
Explain the structure, purpose and scope of the ISO 9000 family
Describe the key requirements and principles of ISO 9001:2015
Interpret commonly used quality management terms and definitions
Explain the relationships between the clauses of ISO 9001:2015
Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle to support quality improvement
Identify the benefits of a process-based quality management system
Assess organisational context, quality-related risks and improvement opportunities

These outcomes will support learners in applying ISO 9001 principles within their organisation and prepare them for further training such as CQI IRCA auditor programmes.

Elizabeth Walker

Elizabeth has extensive industry experience planning, establish...

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Finbarr Stapleton

Finbarr Stapleton, Antaris, has a B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry...

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Gerry Higgins

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Liam Regan

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Peter Fleming

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Learners are assessed continuously throughout the course via interactive exercises and engagement in Q&A sessions:

Involvement in case study exercises
Active participation in course discussions
Tutor-led evaluation of individual contributions

Full attendance and participation are required for successful completion.

Our training approach is practical, highly interactive and discussion-based, with flexibility to meet organisational needs:

Pre-course consultation for In-Company training to customise delivery
Access to comprehensive course material that is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest industry standards and ISO 9001 guidance
Real-time support from expert tutors
Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
On-site and live virtual training for your team
Scheduled virtual public courses for individuals to join independently

Class sizes are limited to 10-12 to support personalised learning and individual support.

Certified by CQI IRCA, course certificate number 18062
Delivered in association with Antaris, a CQI IRCA Approved Training Partner

This certification is globally recognised and a strong asset in quality management roles.

Following this foundation course, learners may advance to more specialised or auditor-level programmes:

CQI IRCA Certified Internal QMS Auditor
CQI IRCA QMS Lead Auditor
ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 training programmes

This course provides a solid entry point into professional development in quality and auditing.

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Accreditation

This Programme (FD116) is presented by Antaris (01185832)
CQI and IRCA Certified - Programme Ref 18062

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Course Code

Q004

Duration

1 training day

Public Price

Virtual Training: £355

+ €30 for CQI IRCA Course Certification (includes course documentation)

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

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