ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Certification

Gain the skills to audit AI Management Systems based on ISO 42001 and ensure responsible, standards-aligned AI use.

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Seminar Number: PH-AI-PECB-ISO-IEC 42001 Lead auditor

The ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor course equips professionals to plan, lead, and conduct audits of Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) based on the ISO 42001 standard. In a rapidly evolving AI landscape, organizations must demonstrate that their AI systems are ethical, transparent, and compliant. This five-day training prepares you to independently assess the design, implementation, and effectiveness of AI governance frameworks in line with international requirements.

This course is ideal for professionals responsible for auditing or overseeing AI-related functions. It combines a clear understanding of ISO 42001 requirements with practical audit methods drawn from ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.

Participants will build the following competencies through the course:

Understand the structure, intent, and principles of ISO/IEC 42001.
Interpret ISO 42001 requirements from an auditor’s perspective.
Plan and conduct first, second, or third-party AIMS audits.
Evaluate evidence, identify nonconformities, and prepare audit findings.
Manage an AIMS audit program in line with recognized audit practices.

These competencies prepare participants to contribute meaningfully to AI governance assurance in any organization.

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Benefits

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For professionals
This course enables you to:

Become qualified to audit AI systems against ISO 42001 and lead audit teams.
Gain recognition as a certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor through PECB.
Strengthen your skills in risk-based, evidence-led auditing tailored to AI systems.
Enhance career mobility in audit, compliance, or AI oversight roles.
Contribute to ethical, secure, and transparent use of AI in your sector.

For organizations
Enrolling your team in this course helps your organization to:

Ensure readiness for ISO 42001 certification and external audits.
Build internal audit capacity focused on AI governance and risk.
Improve oversight and assurance over AI development and deployment.
Reinforce responsible AI use as part of your digital transformation strategy.
Meet regulatory, ethical, and stakeholder expectations on AI trust and accountability.

Target group

This course is intended for professionals involved in auditing or evaluating AI systems. You should consider attending if you are:

An internal auditor assessing management systems, including AI.
An external or third-party auditor seeking to expand into AI-focused audits.
A compliance or governance professional responsible for AI policy oversight.
A consultant supporting ISO certification or responsible AI initiatives.
A manager or technical lead aiming to understand how AI systems are reviewed and evaluated.

Whether you work in tech, finance, government, or healthcare, this course provides the audit knowledge to keep AI systems accountable.

Requirements

To join this course successfully, participants should meet the following conditions:

Have a basic understanding of ISO/IEC 42001 and artificial intelligence concepts.
Ideally completed the ISO 42001 Foundation course or have equivalent experience.
Have some familiarity with auditing principles or ISO management systems.
Prior experience with ISO 19011-based audits (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 27001) is helpful but not required.

These prerequisites ensure participants can follow the audit-focused content with confidence and context.

Participants can also obtain certification upon passing the exam and meeting the relevant professional and audit experience requirement.

Provisional Auditor: N/A
Auditor: [Professional experience] Two years: One year of work experience in AI | [MS audit/assessment experience] a total of 200 hours
Lead Auditor: [Professional experience] Five years: Two years of work experience in AI | [MS audit/assessment experience] a total of 300 hours
Senior Auditor: [Professional experience] Ten years: Seven years of work experience in AI | [MS audit/assessment experience] a total of 1,000 hours

Training outline

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This training course covers:

Introduction to ISO/IEC 42001 and AI Management Systems
Core audit principles and audit preparation
Conducting on-site audit activities
Finalizing audits and reporting
ISO/IEC 42001 certification exam preparation

The training includes practical exercises, case studies, and quizzes designed to simulate real audit situations.

Other information

The course includes all necessary materials and certification components. Here's what you can expect:

Duration: 5 days of instructor-led training.
Exam: 3-hour proctored exam on the final day, scenario-based and aligned with PECB’s ECP.
Certification: PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor title, issued upon successful exam result.
CPD: Earn 31 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
Format: Available as classroom training, online live sessions, or self-study.
Materials: Over 450 pages of training content, including audit templates and checklists.
Retake Policy: One free exam retake within 12 months, if needed.
Career Levels: Certification levels available—Provisional Auditor, Auditor, Lead Auditor, and Senior Lead Auditor—depending on experience and audit hours logged.

Everything is included to support your learning and certification journey from start to finish.

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