Technological developments have taken the world by storm, changing many aspects of our lives, including the way we teach. The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that adapting to the new virtual environment is no longer optional. For many of us, it has become a necessity. 

PECB eLearning started as an attempt to adapt to the ever-changing nature of online education. PECB has created this platform to facilitate the delivery of training courses and make our products accessible from different environments, including the comfort of one’s own. 

The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer eLearning training course is designed to enable attendants to implement a quality management system (QMS) based on the requirements of ISO 9001, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of a QMS.

What is included?

• You have 12 months time as of reception of the learning material to learn, do the exam and get your certification
• Certification fees are included in the exam price. 
• Training course content in video format
  
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 500 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes. 
• An attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course. 
• In case candidates do not pass the exam, they are entitled to a free retake within 12 months from the date the coupon code is received
• + 20% reduction on the first year subscription for our all-in-one ISMS/GRC management solution 
  

Meet the trainers

Our eLearning training courses have been catered to meet each individual’s needs and have been designed with the aim of eliminating geographical and time barriers. Each eLearning training course is delivered by experienced Trainers from all around the world, and is divided into several video sections and subsections. Videos contain animations to support what the trainer is lecturing — the animations correspond to the sections provided in in the traditional mode of training. To keep our candidates engaged, we have incorporated quizzes into our eLearning training courses

How does the eLearning experience look like?

Our ISO 9001 Lead Implementer eLearning training course is delivered on the KATE app. It becomes available after you log in using your PECB account.

In addition to having the training course content in the video format, you can also access the regular training course materials format, structured in training course days, with the additional files available in an editable format (depending on the training course, the case study, exercises, and exercises correction key files will also be available).

Quizzes are part of the training course to increase interactivity between attendants and the training material.

• Take the training course

• Access the materials on KATE
• Enter the exam at your most convenient date, time, and location via PECB Exams (including online)

 See how training looks like

How can you benefit from the PECB eLearning experience? 

Our eLearning training courses have been designed to meet the needs of diverse learners who have different learning preferences and/or limited time to attend a training course session. 

Here are some of the main benefits of the PECB eLearning experience: 

• The entire training course and examination is carried out electronically (hence the “e” in eLearning), so all you need in order to access these training courses is a device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone), working internet access, and the KATE application 
• Having access to the training courses 24/7 enables you to dictate the pace of your study. You do not have to worry about schedules, traveling, and accommodation, or having to take days off from work 
• The unlimited access allows you to go back to any section of the training course as you need them
• Every training course consists of several video sections This was done with the sole purpose of making the information easy to receive and process  

Simply put, the eLearning training courses are a convenient way to effectively enhance your professional skills. Your virtual classroom now is KATE!

Why should you attend?  

The PECB ISO 9001 Lead Implementer is a five-day training course that aims to help you develop the competence necessary to establish, implement, operate, maintain, and continually improve a QMS. This training course aims to equip you with in-depth knowledge on ISO 9001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of a QMS. 

By attending this training course, you can help organizations utilize a structured and evidence-based approach for managing the quality of their products and services. Apart from this, you will also learn about the importance of customer focus and benefits of setting the foundations of an organizational culture which enables and supports quality. 

After attending the eLearning training course, you can take the corresponding exam. If you successfully pass, you can apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” credential, which demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to implement a QMS based on the requirements of ISO 9001.

Who should attend?

The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer training course is intended for:

• Personnel responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of the products and services of the organization
• Personnel responsible for meeting customer requirements
• Consultants, advisors, professionals wishing to obtain in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS
• Professionals wishing to acquaint themselves with PECB’s IMS2 Methodology for implementing a QMS
• Individuals responsible for maintaining the conformity of QMS to ISO 9001 requirements
• Members of QMS implementation and operation teams
• Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in quality management

Training course structure

Learning objectives

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

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001
• Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 for a QMS from the perspective of an implementer
• Initiate and plan the implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001, by utilizing PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other best practices
• Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving a QMS based on ISO 9001
• Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit
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Examination

 The “PECB Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a quality management system
• Domain 2: Initiation of a QMS implementation
• Domain 3: Planning of a QMS implementation based on ISO 9001 
• Domain 4: Implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001
• Domain 5: Monitoring and measurement of a QMS based on ISO 9001  
• Domain 6: Continual improvement of a QMS based on ISO 9001
• Domain 7: Preparation for a QMS certification audit 

Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online through the PECB app OR in person in one of the PECB exam centers
Preparation: PECB Exam Preparation Guides​
Language: The exam is available in multiple other languages and does not need to be taken in the same language as the training material. Additional time can be requested when your native language is not available in your mother tongue (to be requested by candidates on the exam day) 
Retake: In case you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

Certification

Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 9001 credentials and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The credentials in the PECB ISO 9001 certification scheme have the following requirements:

Note: PECB certified individuals who possess Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master credential, given that they have taken four additional Foundation exams related to this scheme. More detailed information about the Foundation exams and the Master credential requirements can be found here.

To be considered valid, the implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following:

1. Drafting a QMS implementation plan
2. Managing or leading a QMS implementation
3. Initiating a QMS implementation project
4. Implementing a QMS
5. Conducting process mapping activities
6. Managing documented information
7. Establishing performance indicators and evaluating the QMS performance
8. Performing continual improvement activities

Contact us on [email protected] if you have other questions