ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor (CQI & IRCA) | Environmental Management Systems Training | Safetify Academy
Gain CQI & IRCA-accredited ISO 14001 certification with Safetify Academy.
- FAQ 1. What is the ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Course?
The ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor – Environmental Management Systems (EMS) course is an internationally recognized qualification that trains participants to plan, conduct, manage, and report environmental management system audits in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 14001:2015 standards.
This is a CQI & IRCA certified course, ensuring the highest level of global recognition for professional auditors and environmental managers.
- FAQ 2. What is CQI & IRCA?
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) and the International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA) are the world’s leading organizations for quality and auditing professionals.
A CQI & IRCA-accredited Lead Auditor qualification demonstrates your competence and credibility to perform first, second, and third-party audits internationally.
- FAQ 3. Who should take this course?
This course is ideal for professionals who want to advance their career in environmental management and auditing, including:
HSE Managers and Environmental Officers
Quality and Compliance Auditors
Sustainability and CSR professionals
Consultants and Environmental Engineers
Individuals pursuing CQI & IRCA registration as certified auditors
- FAQ 4. What are the learning objectives?
By completing this course, you will be able to:
✅ Understand the ISO 14001:2015 requirements in depth
✅ Apply auditing techniques following ISO 19011 guidelines
✅ Identify and evaluate environmental aspects and impacts
✅ Lead and manage audit teams effectively
✅ Conduct audits to assess compliance and continual improvement
FAQ 5. What topics are covered in the training?
The ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor course includes the following core modules:
Environmental Management System (EMS) fundamentals
Structure and key clauses of ISO 14001:2015
Risk-based thinking and life-cycle perspective
EMS documentation and implementation
Audit planning, execution, and follow-up
Nonconformity reporting and corrective actions
ISO 19011:2018 auditing principles and ethics
CQI & IRCA auditor competency framework
- FAQ 6. What are the entry requirements?
Learners should have:
A basic understanding of environmental management or sustainability principles
Knowledge of the ISO 14001 standard (or have completed the ISO 14001 Foundation course)
Good command of English (written and spoken)
No prior auditing experience is required, though beneficial.
- FAQ 7. What is the mode of study?
Safetify Academy offers both virtual (live online) and in-person delivery formats, featuring:
CQI & IRCA-approved tutors
Interactive discussions and workshops
Real-world environmental case studies
Group audit simulations and exercises
Final written and practical assessments
- FAQ 8. How long is the course?
The standard duration is 5 days (40 hours), including both theoretical and practical sessions.
Flexible weekday, weekend, and corporate training schedules are available.
- FAQ 9. How is the course assessed?
Assessment includes:
Continuous tutor evaluation
Group and individual exercises
Final written examination
Practical audit simulation
Participants must successfully complete all assessments to earn the CQI & IRCA-accredited certificate.
- FAQ 10. What certification will I receive?
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a CQI & IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certificate in Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
This certificate demonstrates your competence to perform first-, second-, and third-party environmental audits anywhere in the world.
- FAQ 11. Is this qualification internationally recognized?
Absolutely.
CQI & IRCA is the world’s most recognized certification body for auditors.
Employers, regulators, and certification organizations globally accept CQI & IRCA-accredited auditor qualifications as proof of professional auditing competence.
- FAQ 12. What career opportunities can this course lead to?
Graduates can pursue or advance in roles such as:
Environmental Lead Auditor
EMS Consultant or Compliance Specialist
Sustainability or Environmental Manager
HSE Systems Auditor
ISO Certification Specialist
Corporate ESG or EHS Coordinator
- FAQ 13. What is the course fee?
Safetify Academy offers competitive tuition packages with options for individual, group, and corporate enrollment.
Please contact the admissions office for detailed pricing, discounts, and course schedules.
- FAQ 14. Why choose Safetify Academy for ISO 14001 training?
✅ CQI & IRCA-accredited training provider
✅ Experienced ISO-certified lead tutors
✅ Interactive case studies and real-world scenarios
✅ Flexible online or classroom options
✅ Affordable fees with local and international recognition
✅ Support for professional auditor registration with CQI & IRCA
- FAQ 15. How do I register for this program?
To enroll:
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Visit VISIT THE COURSE PAGE
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Navigate to ISO & Auditor Courses
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Select ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor – EMS
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Fill out the admission form and make payment
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Receive your joining instructions and course materials
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