The ISO/IEC 19011 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems Certified Foundation
certification evaluates a candidate's skills and knowledge in the following areas:
1. Fundamental Principles of Auditing
Understanding the purpose and benefits
of auditing management systems.
Knowledge of audit principles, including integrity, fair presentation, due professional care, confidentiality, and independence.
2. Audit Program Management
Planning, establishing, implementing, and monitoring an audit program.
Identifying and managing audit risks and opportunities.
3. Audit Process and Techniques
Conducting internal and external audits
following ISO 19011 guidelines.
Understanding the phases of an audit:
Initiating the audit
Preparing audit activities
Conducting the audit
Reporting audit findings
Completing the audit
Following up on corrective actions
4. Auditor Competence and Responsibilities
Required skills and qualifications
for auditors.
Techniques for effective communication
and interviewing during audits.
Applying risk-based thinking
and process approaches
in audits.
5. Audit Methods and Best Practices
On-site and remote auditing techniques.
Use of checklists, sampling methods, and objective evidence gathering.
Reporting nonconformities and recommending corrective actions.
This certification ensures that professionals understand best practices in auditing management systems
and can contribute to their organization's compliance and continuous improvement efforts.
