ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Management System Lead Auditor Course
This course equips professionals to audit social responsibility management systems using ISO 26000 guidance, ethical principles, stakeholder expectations, audit planning, reporting, corrective action, and continual improvement.
Course Features
This ICTQual AB course is a 5-day lead auditor training programme focused on ISO 26000 social responsibility guidance, structured around 8 mandatory study units and assessed through approved training centres.
- Focuses on ISO 26000 social responsibility guidance and auditing practice.
- Covers 8 mandatory study units for lead auditor competence.
- Includes social responsibility principles, seven core subjects, audit planning, audit conduct, reporting, corrective action, and continual improvement.
- Suitable delivery formats may include online, in-person, or blended learning, subject to the Approved Training Centre.
- Includes mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres.
- Successful participants may progress toward certified lead auditor roles in social responsibility management systems.
About This Course
The ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Management System Lead Auditor Course is designed for professionals who need the knowledge and skills to audit social responsibility management systems according to ISO 26000 guidance. The course supports understanding of accountability, transparency, ethical behaviour, human rights, labour practices, environmental stewardship, fair operating practices, consumer issues, community involvement, and governance.
Builds understanding of social responsibility principles and their role in organizational management.
Explains the ISO 26000 framework and its relevance to responsible business practices.
Develops lead auditor skills for social responsibility management systems.
Covers audit planning, audit scope, criteria, team selection, and pre-audit activities.
Supports effective communication of audit findings to auditees and stakeholders.
Encourages continual improvement and ongoing professional development in social responsibility auditing.
What You'll Learn
Learners will gain the knowledge and practical auditing skills required to assess social responsibility management systems, evaluate evidence, report findings, and support continual improvement.
Understand the concept and significance of social responsibility in organizational management.
Explore the seven core subjects of social responsibility outlined in ISO 26000.
Learn audit principles, methodologies, and techniques relevant to social responsibility management systems.
Develop audit plans, objectives, criteria, scope, and audit team arrangements.
Conduct audit activities including site visits, interviews, record examination, and evidence evaluation.
Prepare audit reports, recommend corrective actions, verify follow-up actions, and support continual improvement.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for professionals involved in social responsibility, sustainability, CSR, auditing, compliance, quality management systems, or the implementation and assessment of responsible organizational practices.
Social responsibility and sustainability professionals.
Corporate social responsibility managers and practitioners.
Auditors, lead auditors, and internal auditors.
Compliance and quality management system professionals.
Consultants supporting CSR, sustainability, and responsible business practices.
Individuals responsible for implementing or assessing social responsibility practices within organizations.
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive ICTQual ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Management System Lead Auditor Course course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Core Subjects of Social Responsibility
Principles of Auditing Social Responsibility Management Systems
Planning and Preparation for Social Responsibility Audits
Conducting Social Responsibility Audits
Reporting and Documentation of Audit Findings
Corrective Action and Follow-Up
Continuous Improvement and Professional Development
Course Requirements
Entry requirements may vary by training provider, but learners are typically expected to have relevant academic or professional background, practical experience, English proficiency, and access to required learning resources.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience in social responsibility, sustainability, CSR, auditing, compliance, or quality management systems.
Familiarity with ISO standards, especially ISO 26000 or related management system standards, plus proficient English language skills and access to required learning resources.
Assessments
The course includes mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres, using multiple-choice questions to evaluate understanding of the course material and ability to apply concepts in practical situations.
Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres.
Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions.
Evaluation of understanding and application of course concepts in practical situations.
Minimum score of 75% required to pass the assessment.
Progression
Successful completion supports professional progression in social responsibility auditing, sustainability assurance, CSR compliance, ethical governance, and advanced auditing or specialization pathways.
Certified lead auditor roles in social responsibility management systems.
Advanced specialization in areas such as sustainable supply chain management, human rights due diligence, or climate change adaptation.
Career development in CSR, sustainability, compliance, auditing, consulting, and quality management systems.
Professional networking, mentoring, continued professional development, and contribution to continual improvement in auditing practice.
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