PR315: ISO 14001:2015 EMS Lead Auditor Training Course (18010)

Become a Certified Environmental Lead Auditor

Seminar

8 Dates available

Certificate of Completion

Virtual learning

40 Lessons

Available online

Seminar Number: PH-C11-IRCAISO14001-ALA-VC

This ISO 14001 EMS Lead Auditor Training Course provides the knowledge and practical skills to conduct and lead environmental management system (EMS) audits in accordance with ISO 14001:2015. It is certified by CQI-IRCA, the globally recognized authority for management system auditors.

Designed for professionals who want to lead environmental audits with confidence, the course equips you to assess compliance, manage risks, and contribute to sustainable performance. Whether taken online or in-person, it prepares you for real-world audit responsibilities and global certification.

Upon passing the final IRCA exam and continuous assessments, you will receive a CQI-IRCA Certificate of Achievement, valid for IRCA registration as a QMS Lead Auditor.

This 5-day (40-hour) intensive course covers:

Environmental management system principles and ISO 14001:2015 structure
EMS audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up per ISO 19011
Evaluating legal compliance and identifying environmental impacts
Managing audit teams and communicating with stakeholders
Real-world case studies, group activities, and hands-on roleplay exercises

Prepare for Global Certification with Confidence

Why Certification Matters: The International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA) sets the global standard for management system auditors. Backed by CQI’s legacy since 1919, IRCA certification is your passport to international credibility, professional growth, and leadership in quality management.

TÜV Rheinland Academy - Your Trusted Training Partner: As an IRCA Approved Training Partner, TÜV Rheinland Academy delivers globally recognized auditor training for ISO 9001 QMS, ISO 14001 EMS, ISO 45001 OHSMS, and ISO 27001 ISMS. Our programs are designed to equip professionals with the skills to audit effectively, lead confidently, and elevate quality across organizations.

Benefits

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For Professionals:

Gain a globally respected ISO 14001 lead auditor certification
Qualify to register as an IRCA EMS Lead Auditor
Develop in-demand audit and risk management competencies
Build a career in environmental compliance, ESG, or ISO consulting

For Organizations:

Train qualified staff to lead internal EMS audits independently
Improve environmental performance and legal compliance
Promote continuous improvement in sustainability practices
Strengthen credibility with stakeholders and customers

Target group

This course is ideal for:

EMS professionals and environmental compliance officers
Internal auditors seeking ISO 14001 lead auditor certification
Sustainability and ESG managers
Consultants supporting ISO implementations
Corporate teams responsible for audit readiness and risk management

Relevant across industries such as manufacturing, energy, utilities, construction, logistics, and public sector.

Requirements

To successfully join this CQI-IRCA certified course, learners must meet the following criteria:

Recommended Knowledge
Participants should have a working understanding of:

The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle
Key concepts of environmental management
ISO 14001:2015 structure and requirements
Environmental aspects, legal compliance, and EMS audit purpose
Prior completion of an ISO 14001 awareness or internal auditor course is strongly recommended.

Admission Requirements

Learners must pass a 15-item entry test with a minimum score of 11/15.
Strong proficiency in written and spoken English is essential, as all training, exercises, and the IRCA exam are in English.
Participants should have relevant work experience in EMS, compliance, or auditing roles.

Pre-Assessment

Registered participants will be given access to a pre-course self-assessment to help identify learning gaps and prepare for the training.

Online IRCA Exam Adjustments

Non-native English speakers are granted an additional 30 minutes in the online IRCA LATC exam.
If further support is needed (due to a disability or religious requirement such as requesting a female proctor), participants must notify us early so a formal request can be submitted to CQI.

Data Privacy Notice

Before training, all learners must sign a Data Consent Form in line with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173). This permits the use of personal data solely for training delivery, certification processing, and CQI-IRCA reporting.
All information is handled securely and used only for legitimate training and assessment purposes.

Training outline

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DAY 1

Course assemble, registration of delegates
Introduction to the course, the aims and objectives, rules and continuous assessment; study of the delegate profile s obtained before the course
Module A - Essential Knowledge
- Refresher & Exercise ISO 14001, Exercises ISO 14001
Module B - Audit Standards
- Feedback on Pre-course Questionnaire
- ISO 19011 Presentation & Exercises
- ISO 19011 Exercises (continued)
- Duties of the Audit Team
- Guides and Observers and Auditors’ Personal Attributes
- Introduction to the specimen examination

DAY 2

Module C - Introduction to & Preparation for Audit
Start of day, administration, recap and further learning points
Exercises: Overview Document Review; Reviewing EMS documentation; and Document review reports to management and delegate self assessment of their performance
Audit Preparation (Stage 1 & 2 audit, audit plans and audit check-lists) and exercise on preparation of audit plans and audit check-lists
Tutors will be available for 1 - 2 hours for 1 to 1 tutorials with delegates

DAY 3

Module D - Carrying out the Audit and Reporting the Findings
Start of day, administration, recap and further learning points and opening meeting
Exercise on opening meeting including preparation and delegate self assessment of performance
Auditing techniques and auditing techniques exercises
Presentations on the performance of the auditors
Reporting the audit findings and closing meeting
Tutors will be available for 1 - 2 hours for 1 to 1 tutorials with delegates

DAY 4

Start of day, administration, recap and further learning points
Exercise - preparation for the closing meeting including audit findings , re port writing, carrying out the closing
Exercise - preparation for the closing meeting including audit findings , re port writing, carrying out the closing meeting and delegate self assessment of performance
Exercise on non-conformance, observation reporting and follow up action
Module E - Post Audit Activities
- Follow -up activities
- Exercise & Summary
Close of day and hand out of extra curricula exercise to be self marked by the students
Tutor(s) available for one to one tutorial

DAY 5

Module F - Learning Consolidation
Start of day, administration, recap and further learning points
Delegate feedback on their assessment of their strengths and weaknesses and where they require further assistance
Review of the complete course
Continuation of review of the complete course
Delegate feedback on the course and suggested improvements. Completion of the course feedback form
Module G - Accreditation and Auditor Registration
- Schemes
- Overview of Accreditation and the IRCA registration scheme; requirements for registration; visit to the IRCA website
- Refreshment break and rearrange tables into classroom style for exam
Module H - Examination
- IRCA examination
- Finish of course for native language speakers
- Finish of course for non-native speakers

Other information

For payment details and inquiries, please contact academy@phl.tuv.com. Our team will guide you through the payment process and address any questions regarding schedules, content, or logistics.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Training fees include access to digital materials and a Credsure.io certificate.
For Classroom Trainings, an additional fee of ₱2,500 will be charged to cover ancillary costs.
The total training fee, including any applicable ancillary costs, is subject to 12% VAT, unless stated otherwise.
Payment should be made on or before the first day of training. Unsettled accounts must be paid within 30 working days, and late payments will incur a monthly interest charge of 2% until fully paid.
We accept various payment methods; please reach out for instructions.

CANCELLATION POLICY

TÜV Rheinland Philippines reserves the right to postpone or cancel public courses for valid reasons.
Unless the cancellation is initiated by TÜV Rheinland Philippines, all fees are non-refundable once registration is confirmed.
Cancellations made five days or fewer before the training date are non-refundable, and full fees will be charged.
Substitute delegates may be nominated at no extra cost, but their details must be provided at least three business days before the training date.

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