ISO 9001 Foundation

ISO 9001 Foundation. Review available formats, prerequisites, current inclusions and certification terms before booking.

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Practitioner-led, taught by a working CISO

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Christophe Mazzola

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For

Right fit if you are.

✓Managers and consultants wanting an introductory understanding of quality management
✓Professionals seeking familiarity with ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS
✓Individuals involved in or responsible for quality management activities within their organisation
✓People considering a career in quality management who need a recognised starting point

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NOT for. When to skip it.

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✗Experienced quality managers who already implement or audit QMS and need advanced or practitioner-level training
✗Professionals looking for audit methodology or hands-on implementation guidance, as this course focuses on foundational awareness
✗Those seeking a lead auditor or lead implementer credential, which require separate, longer programmes

Outcomes

What you'll be able to do

1Describe core quality management concepts, principles, and terminology used in ISO 9001
2Explain the structure and purpose of a quality management system (QMS) as defined by ISO 9001
3Summarise the requirements contained in ISO 9001 Clauses 4 through 6, covering context, leadership, and planning
4Summarise the requirements contained in ISO 9001 Clauses 7 through 10, covering support, operation, performance evaluation, and improvement
5Identify practical actions organisations can take to achieve conformity with ISO 9001
6Distinguish between the competency domains assessed in the PECB ISO 9001 Foundation examination

Programme

Day by day

Day 1Introduction to quality concepts, QMS, and ISO 9001 Clauses 4 to 6

Quality management concepts and principles
Participants explore the foundational concepts, principles, and definitions underpinning quality management and the ISO 9001 standard.
Overview of a quality management system
This module explains the purpose and general structure of a QMS and how ISO 9001 provides a framework for managing quality.
ISO 9001 Clauses 4, 5, and 6: Context, leadership, and planning
Participants review the requirements for understanding organisational context, demonstrating leadership commitment, and planning for quality objectives and risks.

By end of day

• Articulate what a QMS is and why ISO 9001 provides the framework for it
• Explain what Clauses 4 to 6 require of an organisation regarding context, leadership, and planning

Day 2ISO 9001 Clauses 7 to 10 and preparation for the certificate examination

ISO 9001 Clauses 7 and 8: Support and operation
This module covers the resource, competence, awareness, communication, and operational planning requirements that enable a QMS to function effectively.
ISO 9001 Clauses 9 and 10: Performance evaluation and improvement
Participants examine how organisations monitor, measure, analyse, evaluate, and continually improve their QMS in line with ISO 9001 requirements.
Examination preparation and review
A structured review of both competency domains helps participants consolidate their understanding before sitting the PECB ISO 9001 Foundation examination.

By end of day

• Describe the support and operational requirements in Clauses 7 and 8 that keep a QMS running
• Explain the performance evaluation and improvement cycle required by Clauses 9 and 10
• Identify the two competency domains assessed in the foundation-level examination

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Deep dive

Everything inside this certification

The detail behind the headline. Read at your own pace. Each section answers a buyer question we get on discovery calls.

The exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. It covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental concepts and principles of quality management and a QMS based on ISO 9001
Domain 2: ISO 9001 requirements for a quality management system, Clauses 4 to 10

First, a candidate needs to complete the PECB ISO 9001 Foundation training course. Then, they need to take the exam and after successfully passing the exam, candidates will be able to apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation” certificate. This is an entry-level credential.

There are no prerequisites on professional or management system project experience required. Thus, following the training course, passing the exam and applying for the certificate are the only certificate program requisites that certificate holders shall meet before obtaining the certificate.

The certificate requirements are:

Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
Training material containing over 200 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed.
An attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.

Why should you attend?

ISO 9001 Foundations is a two-day training courses which focuses on the concepts of quality and quality management, and provides an overall explanation of ISO 9001 requirements for a quality management system (QMS). In this training course, you will be acquainted with the various aspects of a QMS based on ISO 9001, such as the role of top management, risks and opportunities, quality policy, processes that shape product and service provision activities, requirements for performance evaluation, and the importance of continual improvement.

After completing this course, you can sit for the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation” designation. This certificate demonstrates that you have a general knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS and enables you to be part of QMS implementation projects.

Educational approach

The training course is participant centered and contains:

Lecture sessions are illustrated with graphics, examples, and discussions
Interactions between participants by means of questions and suggestions
Quizzes with similar structure to the exam

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.

FAQ

Buyers always ask

What is the difference between completing the training and obtaining the PECB certificate?+

Completing the two-day training course means you have attended all sessions and received the instructional materials. It does not, by itself, award a certificate.

To obtain the 'PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 9001 Foundation' credential, you must separately sit and pass the PECB examination, then submit a certificate application to PECB. Training completion, passing the exam, and applying for the certificate are three distinct steps.

What topics does the PECB ISO 9001 Foundation examination cover?+

The examination is structured around two competency domains: Domain 1 covers fundamental concepts and principles of quality management and a QMS based on ISO 9001, and Domain 2 covers the ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS from Clauses 4 to 10.

For details on exam format, available languages, and scheduling, refer to the PECB List of Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies on the PECB website.

Do I need prior quality management experience to attend this course?+

No prior professional experience or management system project experience is required to attend this training course. It is designed as an entry-level introduction suitable for anyone wanting to understand ISO 9001 and quality management fundamentals.

Is this course a good fit if I already work as a QMS implementer or auditor?+

This foundation course is aimed at awareness and introductory understanding rather than practitioner skills. If you already implement or audit QMS, you are likely to find the ISO 9001 Lead Implementer or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor programmes more appropriate for your development needs.

What study materials are provided during the course?+

According to PECB, participants receive over 200 pages of instructional materials that include explanations, guidance, and practical examples to support learning during and after the course.

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