Auditor of the environmental management system (ISO 14001, ISO 19011, ISO 17021)
This online course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct internal audits of the Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 19011:2018 standards.
Participants will gain knowledge into various EMS components, including: leadership, risk management, required procedures, documentation, performance measurement, management analysis and continuous improvement, roles and responsibilities of internal auditors in planning and conducting audits, reporting, planning and monitoring of actions and measures based on audit results.
To enhance understanding, all course slides are voiced. Real-life cases will help participants better apply theory in practice. Structured information is divided into modules, making the learning process even more efficient.
This course is an essenntial step for those aspiring to become highly qualified auditors and make a significant contribution to improving their company’s environmental management system.
Duration
48 hours
Language
English/Ukrainian
Format
100% online
Course objective
The course also emphasizes the principles of sustainable development, helping participants understand how effective management of environmental aspects can contribute to the organization’s long-term sustainability. This includes minimizing negative environmental impact, optimizing resource use, and implementing environmentally friendly practices for organizational development.
Target audience
- external auditors of management system certification bodies;
- lead auditors who are involved in certification, surveillance, and recertification audits;
- candidates for external auditors who are undergoing training or qualification to work within certification bodies;
- auditors involved in integrated and combined management system audits.
The course is aimed at professionals who have basic knowledge of management system standards and perform independent, impartial assessments of organizations.
Document on completion
Document on completion EMS external auditor certificate listed in the SIC international register.
Thematic plan
Module 1 — Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
Module 2 — External audit (ISO 19011)
Module 3 — ISO 19011:2026 – updates for internal auditors. SIC.MODULE.ISO19011:2026
The program is designed for 48 hours, including time for studying theoretical material and taking tests.
Objectives
Module 1 — Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
| # | Topic | Hours |
| 1 | Introduction | 2,5 |
| 2 | General provisions of the standard | 2,5 |
| 3 | Organization context | 2 |
| 4 | Leadership | 2 |
| 5 | Planning | 2 |
| 6 | Provision (resources) | 2 |
| 7 | Functioning | 2,5 |
| 8 | Evaluation of results of the activities | 2,5 |
| 9 | Improvement | 1 |
| Testing | 1 | |
| Hours total |
20 |
Module 2 — External audit (ISO 19011)
| # | Topic | Hours |
| 1 | Introduction | 1 |
| 2 | General provisions of the standard | 2 |
| 3 | Audit program management (AP) | 5 |
| 4 | Carrying out an audit | 5 |
| 5 | Competence of auditors | 2 |
| Testing | 1 | |
| Hours total | 16 |
Module 3 — ISO 19011:2026 – updates for internal auditors. SIC.MODULE.ISO19011:2026
| # | Topic | Hours |
| 1 | Key changes in ISO 19011:2026 for internal audit practice | 2 |
| 2 | Remote audit methods: selection of audit methods, evaluation of audit locations, and on-site auditing | 1 |
| 3 | Audit programme: a risk-based approach | 1 |
| 4 | Audit planning and organization using remote and hybrid audit methods | 2 |
| 5 | Methods for obtaining audit evidence | 1,5 |
| 6 | Evaluation of digital evidence and documented information | 1 |
| 7 | Competence of the internal auditor | 1 |
| 8 | Updating the internal auditor’s working tools | 1 |
| 9 | Case studies | 1 |
| 10 | Testing | 0,5 |
| Hours total | 12 |