ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Internal Auditor

CDG’s ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Internal Auditor course is designed for professionals looking to gain a deep understanding of the general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. This self-paced online course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform internal audits in laboratories that aim to establish, implement, and maintain a quality management system aligned with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Course Objectives

• Understand the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and how they apply to testing and calibration laboratories.
• Develop the skills to effectively plan, conduct, report, and follow up on internal audits.
• Gain insights into the best practices for managing and maintaining laboratory quality systems.
• Prepare for the certification exam to become a certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Internal Auditor.

Who Should Enroll

This course is ideal for quality managers, laboratory technicians, or anyone involved in the quality assurance of testing and calibration laboratories. It is also beneficial for professionals preparing to implement an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality management system or looking to become internal auditors within this scope.

Course Structure

Module 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025:2017

• Chapter 1: Overview of ISO/IEC 17025 standard
• Chapter 2: The Importance of Testing and Calibration in Quality Assurance

Module 2: Structure of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

• Chapter 3: Key Clauses of ISO/IEC 17025
• Chapter 4: Detailed Exploration of Technical and Management Requirements

Module 3: Management Requirements

• Chapter 5: Organization and Management
• Chapter 6: Document Control and Record Keeping

Module 4: Technical Requirements

• Chapter 7: Personnel Competence and Evaluation
• Chapter 8: Laboratory Environment and Equipment

Module 5: Quality Control Processes

• Chapter 9: Ensuring Quality of Test and Calibration Results
• Chapter 10: Handling of Test Items

Module 6: Conducting an Internal Audit

• Chapter 11: Audit Planning and Preparation
• Chapter 12: Execution of Internal Audit

Module 7: Non-Conformities and Corrective Actions

• Chapter 13: Identification and Management of Non-Conformities
• Chapter 14: Implementing Corrective Actions

Module 8: Writing Effective Audit Reports

• Chapter 15: Components of an ISO 17025 Internal Audit Report
• Chapter 16: Communicating ISO 17025 Audit Findings

Module 9: Roles and Responsibilities of Internal Auditors

• Chapter 17: Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
• Chapter 18: Competencies of ISO 17025 Internal Auditors

Module 10: Advanced Auditing Techniques

• Chapter 19: Risk-Based Auditing
• Chapter 20: Continuous Improvement for Laboratories

Module 11: Case Studies and Practical Exercises

• Chapter 21: Case Study Analysis
• Chapter 22: Simulated Audit Exercises

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and passing the final online exam, participants will receive a digital certificate from CDG, affirming their status as a Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Internal Auditor. This certification supports professional growth and credibility in the field of quality management for testing and calibration laboratories.