The Art of Internal Auditing
Plan and conduct effective internal audits using best-practice principles in ISO 19011 – Guidelines for auditing management systems.
Pre-Requisites
Recommended Experience
2 days
Duration
Virtual, Face-to-Face
Delivery Mode
$1652.00 (incl. GST)
Cost
Overview
This course is a detailed exploration of the internal audit process and provides a framework for internal audits that meet requirements in international quality management standards such as ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 15189, and internal systems, policies, processes, methods and documentation. It includes processes, knowledge, skills and documentation to plan and conduct effective internal audits, and report on internal audit findings, develops knowledge of auditing techniques and builds awareness of stakeholders who can impact internal audits.
Outcomes
Describe the purpose and objectives of internal audits
Identify internal audit requirements in relevant Standards
Distinguish between different types of audits and approaches to audits
Establish an internal audit programme and schedule
Plan and document internal audits based on their individual scope and objectives
Develop and complete documentation to support the conduct of internal audits such as checklists and report forms
Identify the competencies required for the internal auditor role
Use different auditing and communication techniques to gather information and evidence
Facilitate internal audit meetings
Identify, analyse and report audit findings
Apply strategies to gain organisational support for the internal audit process
Audience
The course is relevant for individuals who:
- are responsible for their facility’s internal audit programme
- plan and/or conduct internal audits, and/or
- require an understanding of the facility’s internal audit requirements and practices (e.g. laboratory or management staff)
The course applies to facilities who:
- are already certified in Standards such as ISO 9001, and/or accredited in a NATA program, or
- are considering, or are in the process of gaining, NATA accreditation.
Delivery
Course content is delivered using engaging learning activities that may include:
- individual and group work
- case study scenarios that apply the learning to real-life practice
- opportunities to evaluate understanding as the course progresses.
Learning through individual and group activities and discussions
Activities and scenarios that apply to real life practice
Opportunities to evaluate understanding as the course progresses
Training is delivered from 9:00 am – 5.00 pm.
- Virtual training is at AEST (or AEDT during daylight savings).
- Face-to-face training is at local time.
Locations.
- We schedule public courses in all capital cities.
- Regional and in-house training at your preferred location are available upon request.
Dates & Booking
The Art of Internal Auditing
“The course simplified auditing concepts, making them easy to understand and relate to my workplace auditing requirements. Overall, this course is a must for anyone looking to improve their internal auditing skills. Highly recommended!”
Megan James, Materials Testing Leader, City of Gold Coast