Introduction to IRCA:

The International Register of Certificated Auditors; IRCA is located in the United Kingdom and is a globally recognized certification body and the largest for auditors of management systems. It has over fourteen thousand certified auditors in more than 150+ countries. A division of the CQI, i.e, the Chartered Quality Institute, IRCA gives the approval to training and certification institutes that meet its requirements to train auditors of management systems.

According to IRCA, “you can hold as many IRCA certifications as you want on different IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes. However, you cannot hold more than one grade on the same scheme.” IRCA Auditor Certification affirms your knowledge, skills, and experience in management systems to lead, direct, and conduct audits as per IRCA requirements. The CQI IRCA auditor training course provides a great avenue for you to learn new skills, techniques, and best practices for your auditor role. Learn about IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes in this article and make an informed decision that will positively impact your career.

• • • The CQI IRCA auditor training course provides a great avenue for you to learn new skills, techniques, and best practices for your auditor role.

 

IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes and Grades:

There are 13 IRCA auditor certification schemes with 5 grades. Of the 13 schemes, the ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 are most demanded for. The 5 auditor grades are Associate Auditor, Internal Auditor, Lead Auditor, Auditor, and Principal Auditor.

Table Figure 1: IRCA Auditor Grades

 

Table Figure 2: In Demand IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes

 

ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor:

The IRCA Quality Management System Certification Scheme is for auditors who use the ISO 9001:2015 standard to evaluate organizations’ quality management systems. The ISO 9001 lead auditor is a professional who is responsible for conducting internal and external audits of the quality management systems either as a staff of the organization or as an independent contracted auditor. The ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge of the standard and with the ISO 9001 auditing skills.

 

ISO 14001:2015 EMS Lead Auditor:

The IRCA Environmental Management System Certification Scheme is for auditors who use the ISO 14001:2015 standard to evaluate organizations’ environmental management systems. The ISO 14001 lead auditor is a professional who is responsible for conducting internal and external audits of the environmental management systems either as a staff of the organization or as an independent contracted auditor. The ISO 14001 Lead Auditor training course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge of the standard and with the ISO 14001 auditing skills.

 

ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor:

The IRCA Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification Scheme is for auditors who use the ISO 45001:2018 standard to evaluate organizations’ occupational health and safety management systems. The ISO 45001 lead auditor is a professional who is responsible for conducting internal and external audits of the occupational health and safety management systems either as a staff of the organization or as an independent contracted auditor. The ISO 45001 Lead Auditor training course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge of the standard and with the ISO 45001 auditing skills.

 

IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes at 3FOLD:

As earlier stated, IRCA provides training rights to training institutes that meet their requirements, making them Approved Training Partners. 3FOLD Training is a premier ATP of IRCA. 3FOLD provides quality lead auditor training on the three most popular IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes; ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

The CQI IRCA lead auditor training focuses on producing management systems professionals who would possess the skill-set to confidently conduct first, second, and third-party audits of their chosen IRCA Auditor Certification Scheme/s. Attending the IRCA ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001 lead auditor training at 3FOLD Training gives you a great opportunity to meet other professionals from around the world, to learn new techniques, and up your auditing skills; putting you in a position to earn more.

The individual training courses are offered in a 100% live virtual environment and delineated to replicate the traditional classroom experience and even better! 3FOLD’s IRCA ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is not just an online training but a highly interactive, synchronous communicative instructor-led class.

• • • 3FOLD Training is a premier ATP of IRCA. 3FOLD’s lead auditor training focuses on producing management systems professionals who would possess the skill-set to confidently conduct first, second, and third-party audits of their chosen IRCA Auditor Certification Scheme, i.e, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001.

 

Why enroll in 3FOLD:

At 3FOLD Training, it is all about the learner! Training is focused on ensuring that learners conclude the training having acquired new auditing techniques, develop an improved professional behavior, and gained new experience in their learning journey. The objectives of 3FOLD’s IRCA ISO Lead Auditor training are designed to meet and surpass participants’ expectations. Keep in mind that whichever IRCA Auditor Certification Scheme you decide to get, you will enjoy dedicated guidance and support from both your instructor and your assigned product manager. It does not end here; after completing your training, you become an alumnus of 3FOLD Training and continue to enjoy the necessary support you may need on your professional journey.

Worthy of mention is the early delivery of your IRCA ISO Lead Auditor Certificate of Achievement. Unlike other institutions that give you your certificate a month or more after your training, you will receive your certificate within 5 to 7 working days at 3FOLD Training.

• • • Become an alumnus of 3FOLD Training and continue to enjoy the necessary support you may need on your professional journey.

 

Final Note:

IRCA is important for ISO as it is the world’s largest certification body for management systems auditors. An IRCA ISO certification provides concrete evidence of your skills and capabilities in the management systems auditing domain and will help you secure career-advancing opportunities.

You can hold as many IRCA certifications as you want on different IRCA Auditor Certification Schemes. IRCA has 13 Certification Schemes with a popular 3 namely: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

3FOLD Training is a premier ATP of IRCA and provides the IRCA certified ISO 9001 QMS Lead Auditor, ISO 14001 EMS Lead Auditor, and ISO 45001 OHSMS Lead Auditor training courses in a 100% live virtual training environment. You can attend from your comfortable and preferred space, i.e, your home or office and connect with professionals from dispersed locations around the world.

The objectives of the training include equipping you with the knowledge and skills to conduct an internal and external audit of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Enroll in 3FOLD Training and receive your Certificate of Achievement in the convenience of your home within 5 to 7 working days.

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