This ISO 9001:2026 training course is designed for delegates who already have a basic knowledge of, or experience in, quality management and want to build a solid understanding of the management systems approach and the requirements of ISO 9001:2026. It also provides a strong foundation for delegates who wish to progress to CQI and IRCA or Exemplar Global Certified QMS Auditor Training courses. Please note: successfully completing the CQI and IRCA and Exemplar Global Certified ISO 9001 foundation course does not, on its own, satisfy the training requirement to become a CQI-IRCA or Exemplar Global certificated auditor.
Quality Management System
FD 116 ISO 9001:2026 Foundation Training Course
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Course ID: FD 116 / 1912
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Requirements
Prior Knowledge Requirements
Recommended prior knowledge:
Management systems
The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle
The core elements of a management system and the interrelationship between top management responsibility, policy, objectives, planning, implementation, measurement, review, and continual improvement.
Quality management
The fundamental concepts and the seven quality management principles (see ISO 9000: 2026)
The relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction.
Quality management terms and definitions
The commonly used quality management terms and definitions (see ISO 9000: 2026).
Virtual Technology Requirements
To participate in the virtual training sessions, you will need:
- A current generation laptop or desktop computer with the latest web browser installed, capable of handling multiple software applications at the same time (a tablet or mobile device is not suitable for this training).
- HD webcam (built-in or USB plug-in).
- Speakers and a microphone (built-in or USB plug-in). A headset is highly recommended for optimal audio quality.
- Internet connection with a minimum of 2.5 Mbps download and 3.0 Mbps upload.
- Two display monitors are highly recommended: one for joining the virtual classroom and viewing e-course documentation (if applicable), and the other for completing class exercises and assignments.
Course Overview
This ISO 9001:2026 foundation course is intended for delegates who have existing basic knowledge of, or experience in, quality management and the management systems approach, but who are not yet familiar with ISO 9001:2026 — or for delegates who do not hold a CQI-IRCA or Exemplar Global certified training certificate in ISO 9001:2015. Through this ISO 9001:2026 training, delegates will learn to apply their prior knowledge to understand the key quality management-related requirements of ISO 9001:2026, or an acceptable equivalent, including the evidence needed to fulfill the standard's requirements. For Virtual (VILT) training, the maximum class size is restricted to 10 learners.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, successful delegates will have the knowledge needed to:
Explain the purpose of a quality management system, quality management systems standards, and the business benefits of improved quality management system performance
Outline the structure and content of ISO 9001:2026 and its relationship with ISO 9000:2026
Explain the specific quality management-related requirements of ISO 9001:2026
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Syllabus breakdown
1.0 Hours
Introduction and Welcome
- Course Introduction and Welcome
- Course Certification
- Course Learning Objectives
- Course Program/Rules
- Auditor Certification
- Privacy, Data Processing, Special Considerations,
- Course Materials
- Virtual Platform Overview
- Learner Support
2.0 Hours
Introduction to ISO 9001:2026
- Purpose and Benefits of a Quality Management System
- ISO 9001:2026 Overview and Structure
- Quality Management Principles and their relevance
- ISO 9001:2026 Process Model
- ISO 9001:2026 Key Concepts
- ISO 9000:2026 Family of Standards
- ISO 9001:2026 Terminology
3.0 Hours
ISO 9001:2015 Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Context of the Organization Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Leadership Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Planning Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Resource Management Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Operation Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Performance Evaluation Requirements
- ISO 9001:2026 Improvement Requirements
1.0 Hour
ISO 9001:2026 Application
- ISO 9001:2026 Application
- ISO 9001:2026 Theory Assessment
0.5 Hour
Class Close
- Summary/Review of Learning Objectives
- Training Certificate
- Class Evaluation
- Class Close
Frequently Asked Questions
This course introduces ISO 9001:2026 and explains how organisations use a quality management system (QMS) to meet customer and regulatory requirements and improve their processes.
The course is for quality professionals, managers, process owners, consultants and anyone who needs to understand how a quality management system works. It also gives learners a grounding in the standard before they move on to auditor training.
There are no formal prerequisites for ISO 9001 foundation courses. Some experience in quality management can help you relate the requirements to your own work.
We go through the requirements of ISO 9001:2026 clause by clause, looking at how organisations apply them and what evidence auditors typically look for. You’ll also cover the seven quality management principles, the process approach, risk-based thinking and the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle.
Foundation Training gives you a working knowledge of ISO 9001:2026. To develop auditing skills, take the relevant Internal Auditor or Auditor/Lead Auditor course and check the requirements of any professional certification scheme you plan to apply to. We strongly recommend getting to know the standard before attending either course so you can get the most out of the practical audit exercises.
Foundation Training explains what ISO 9001:2026 requires and how organisations put it into practice. Internal Auditor Training builds on that knowledge using ISO 19011:2026, the guidelines for auditing management systems. You’ll learn how to plan, conduct, report on and follow up on internal audits.
Yes. Kelmac Group® offers ISO 9001 foundation online training that you complete at your own pace. The ISO 9001 foundation online course gives you 12 weeks from registration to work through the course materials.
The ISO 9001 foundation course price depends on the delivery option. ISO 9001 foundation course fees can also include applicable add-on fees, such as those associated with CQI-IRCA or Exemplar Global. Contact Kelmac Group® to confirm the total cost and what’s included
If you meet the course completion requirements, you’ll receive the ISO 9001 foundation certificate, issued under CQI-IRCA, Exemplar Global or both, depending on your course route. Professional auditor registration has separate requirements.
Entry-level ISO 9001 learning is sold under several names. An introduction to ISO 9001 course, introduction to ISO 9001 training or an introduction to ISO 9001 training course all point to the same starting level. So do the ISO 9001 awareness course, ISO 9001 awareness training, ISO 9001 basics course, ISO 9001 basics training, ISO 9001 fundamentals course and ISO 9001 fundamentals training. At Kelmac Group® this level is ISO 9001 Foundation Training, which explains what the standard requires and how organisations put it into practice
Yes. When you finish the ISO 9001 foundation certification course and meet its completion requirements, you receive the Foundation certificate, issued under CQI-IRCA, Exemplar Global or both. It is a personal training certificate. It is not the same as certifying an organisation’s quality management system, which a certification body does. You may also see entry-level courses advertised as ISO 9001 awareness certification, ISO 9001 basics certification or ISO 9001 fundamentals certification. At Kelmac Group® that is the Foundation course.
Virtual Technology Requirements
To participate in the virtual training sessions, you will need:
- A current generation laptop or desktop computer with the latest web browser installed, capable of handling multiple software applications at the same time (a tablet or mobile device is not suitable for this training).
- HD webcam (built-in or USB plug-in).
- Speakers and a microphone (built-in or USB plug-in). A headset is highly recommended for optimal audio quality.
- Internet connection with a minimum of 2.5 Mbps download and 3.0 Mbps upload.
- Two display monitors are highly recommended: one for joining the virtual classroom and viewing e-course documentation (if applicable), and the other for completing class exercises and assignments.
View Sample Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion, each learner shall receive a digital Certificate of Completion that is recognized globally.