The ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to perform first-party, second-party, and third-party audits of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) against the ISO 14001:2015 standard. This intensive program covers environmental management concepts, legal compliance, audit processes, and auditor responsibilities in line with ISO 19011 guidelines.

The course blends theoretical understanding with practical audit exercises and culminates in a final assessment, preparing learners for real-world auditing roles and certification.

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

Understand the ISO 14001:2015 standard and environmental management principles

Apply clause-by-clause requirements in a real-world auditing context

Interpret and assess environmental aspects, impacts, and compliance obligations

Plan and conduct EMS audits effectively and professionally

Identify audit findings, raise nonconformities, and verify corrective actions

Navigate the certification process and pass the Lead Auditor exam

Promote continual improvement in environmental performance.

This course is ideal for:

Environmental professionals and consultants

Internal and external auditors

EMS managers and sustainability officers

Compliance officers and legal advisors

Individuals seeking ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification

Professionals looking to enhance their environmental auditing skills.

Upon enrollment, learners will receive:

Comprehensive training manual and ISO 14001:2015 clause reference material

Templates for audit checklists, plans, and reports

Environmental legislation overview and compliance register samples

Real-world audit scenarios and case studies

Practice exercises and mock exams

ISO 19011-based auditing guidelines

Final assessment preparation guide

Certificate of completion (option for IRCA/CQI-recognized certification, if applicable)

Access to expert tutor support and online learning resources