
Integrated Management System Internal Auditor Training (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
Course Details
The Integrated Management System Internal Auditor Training has been designed to develop the professional competence required to establish, implement, monitor, and continually improve integrated Quality, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Management Systems, as well as to effectively plan and conduct internal audit activities.
The programme not only provides participants with a thorough understanding of the requirements of the relevant standards but also equips them with the practical knowledge and skills needed to plan and conduct internal audits, manage nonconformities, prepare audit reports, and carry out effective audit follow-up activities.
The training programme has been developed in accordance with the auditing guidelines of ISO 19011, the principles of Quality, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Management Systems, and internationally recognised auditing practices. Its objective is to develop competent internal auditors who can effectively evaluate integrated Quality, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Management Systems within their organisations.
✔ Requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System (EMS), and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)
✔ Integrated Management System (IMS) approach
✔ Process approach and risk-based thinking
✔ Internal audit planning and implementation techniques
✔ Management of opening and closing meetings
✔ Nonconformity identification and reporting approach
✔ ISO 19011 auditing principles approach
✔ Online access – 24/7 training platform
✔ Tutor support
✔ Case studies and practical audit examples
Course language: English, Turkish
Course Content
This training is suitable for the following individuals:
✔ Personnel responsible for the Integrated Management System (IMS)
✔ Internal auditors
✔ Quality managers
✔ Process owners
✔ Management representatives
✔ Management system consultants
✔ Compliance and conformity professionals
✔ Organisations looking to establish or enhance an Integrated Management System (IMS)
✔ Professionals seeking to advance their careers in Quality, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Management
Benefits for Participants
Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be able to:
✔ Understand the requirements of the standards that form an Integrated Management System (IMS)
✔ Apply the process approach effectively
✔ Evaluate environmental aspects and impacts
✔ Identify and assess hazards, risks, and opportunities
✔ Interpret legal and compliance requirements
✔ Plan internal audits
✔ Conduct internal audits in a professional and systematic manner
✔ Evaluate and report nonconformities
✔ Monitor corrective action processes
✔ Prepare professional audit reports
✔ Apply the auditing principles and guidelines of ISO 19011
✔ Contribute to continual improvement within the organisation
Benefits for Organisations
This training can help organisations to:
✔ Improve Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health and Safety performance
✔ Enhance process effectiveness
✔ Reduce nonconformities
✔ Increase customer satisfaction
✔ Strengthen legal and regulatory compliance
✔ Improve the efficient use of resources
✔ Enhance waste management processes
✔ Reduce workplace accidents and near-miss incidents
✔ Promote a positive safety culture
✔ Reduce operational risks
✔ Improve internal audit processes
✔ Strengthen a culture of continual improvement
✔ Enhance compliance with international standards
✔ Promote a risk-based thinking approach
✔ Increase the effectiveness of internal audit activities
ELEMENT 1 — INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
✔ Introduction to Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Management
✔ Overview of ISO standards
✔ History and development of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
✔ Benefits of Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
✔ The process approach
✔ Environmental sustainability principles
✔ Risk-based thinking
✔ Principles of Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health and Safety Management
✔ Key terms and definitions
ELEMENT 2 — STRUCTURE AND REQUIREMENTS OF ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 AND ISO 45001:2018
✔ Annex SL – Harmonised Structure for Management System Standards
✔ Overview of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018
✔ Requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018 (Clauses 4–10)
✔ Context of the organisation
✔ Needs and expectations of interested parties
✔ Leadership and commitment, and worker participation
✔ Quality, Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Policy and Objectives
✔ Risks and opportunities
✔ Environmental aspects and impacts
✔ Hazard identification and risk assessment
✔ Support processes
✔ Legal and other requirements
✔ Operational control
✔ Emergency preparedness and response
✔ Performance evaluation
✔ Improvement processes
ELEMENT 3 — INTERNAL AUDIT FUNDAMENTALS
✔ Audit concept
✔ Types of audits
✔ Purpose and benefits of internal audits
✔ Responsibilities of internal auditors
✔ Audit principles
✔ Introduction to ISO 19011 auditing guidelines
✔ Ethical approach in auditing
✔ Impartiality and confidentiality
ELEMENT 4 — AUDIT PLANNING AND PREPARATION
✔ Initiating an audit
✔ Audit scope and criteria
✔ Preparing an audit plan
✔ Preparing checklists
✔ Document review
✔ Review of documents and records
✔ Risk-based audit approach
✔ Pre-audit preparation activities
ELEMENT 5 — CONDUCTING THE AUDIT
✔ Audit activities
✔ Opening meeting
✔ Interview techniques
✔ Collecting objective evidence
✔ Sampling approach
✔ Process audit applications
✔ Conducting the audit
✔ Identifying nonconformities
✔ Classification of findings
✔ Effective communication techniques
✔ Closing meeting
ELEMENT 6 — REPORTING AND AUDIT FOLLOW-UP
✔ Audit report
✔ Nonconformity reports
✔ Corrective actions
✔ Basic root cause analysis approach
✔ Audit follow-up
✔ Follow-up audits
✔ Continual improvement approach
ELEMENT 7 — PRACTICAL STUDIES AND CASE ANALYSES
✔ Sample audit scenarios
✔ Case studies
✔ Examples of nonconformities
✔ Document review practices
✔ Internal audit simulation
✔ Group work and practical exercises
1. Registration Process
Registration and payment procedures are completed.
2. Platform Access
Participants receive their platform access details.
3. Training Process
Participants can access training materials 24/7.
4. Training Content and Resources
✔ Training presentations
✔ Audit practice examples
✔ Case studies
✔ Additional learning resources
5. Assessment
Participant assessment processes are completed.
6. Certification
Participants who complete the course process are eligible to
receive a digital certificate of attendance / achievement.
At the end of the training, an optional assessment exam is provided to help participants evaluate their level of knowledge.
The purpose of this exam is solely to help participants identify areas that may require further improvement and review the training materials again if needed.
The exam result does not affect certification. Participants who complete the training process are entitled to receive a certificate of achievement.
Successful participants are awarded an ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training Certificate of Achievement by NTSS.
Academic and technical support is provided to participants throughout the training process.
✔ Assigned tutor for each learner
✔ Communication support via email
✔ Academic guidance
✔ Feedback related to evaluation processes
✔ We aim to respond to participant queries within 24 hours, excluding weekends and cases of force majeure.
There are no formal entry requirements for this training programme.
However, it is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of quality management systems.
The training can be delivered in the following languages:
✔ Turkish
✔ English
✔ Participants are expected to regularly follow the training materials.
✔ Completion of practical activities is recommended.
✔ Active participation throughout the training process is recommended.
✔ Participants should inform us in case of any technical issues.
Learner Terms and Conditions
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✔ Instalment payment options are available.
✔ Discounts may be applied for payments made via EFT or bank transfer.
✔ Payment options and campaign details can be viewed during the purchasing process.
✔ In valid excuse cases, 10% of the training fee may be refunded upon application with official documentation.
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✔ If you are not satisfied with your training or our services, please contact us at: [email protected]
Is the training fully online?
Yes. Participants can access the training materials through the platform 24/7.
Is the training practical?
Yes. The programme includes audit practices, case studies, and practical exercises.
Is tutor support available?
Yes. Technical and academic support is provided throughout the training process.
Is a certificate provided at the end of the training?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the training receive a certificate.
Are virtual classroom or face-to-face training options available?
Yes. For group training offers, you may contact us via [email protected] or review our training schedule.



