Who is this Foundation Training for?

This course is for people who want a deeper understanding of ISO 9001 without role-specific management, implementation or audit training. It is ideal for employees who want more than basic awareness, individual contributors who need ISO 9001 literacy, and directors or board members who need the big picture without operational QMS responsibilities.

You'll understand what ISO 9001 is, how its main requirements fit together, the benefits and limitations of certification, and what the typical implementation and certification process involves.

What is the time commitment?

The Foundation course is designed to be completed in about 2 to 3 hours. It's fully self-paced and on-demand.

The course includes a short final assessment to confirm your understanding of the material. It consists of multiple-choice questions and can be retaken as often as needed at no extra charge. It's designed to be straightforward – a natural wrap-up to the training, not a high-stakes test.

How long do I have access?

If the learner is enrolled during purchase, access starts immediately after payment. Any unassigned seats can be assigned to learners within 12 months of the purchase date. Once enrolled, each learner has up to 3 months of course access. Access ends when the course is completed. Extensions are available upon request for an additional fee.

How is Foundation Training different from Employee, Manager and Executive Training?

Employee Training is a brief awareness and motivation course for staff. Foundation Training goes deeper and explains ISO 9001 as a whole. Manager Training is for managers and team leaders with operational QMS responsibilities, while Executive Training is for executives who sponsor, lead and oversee the QMS.

Can my company enroll a team?

Yes. You can purchase multiple seats and manage everything from our dashboard. The process is simple: 1. Select the number of learners and click Enroll. 2. Designate a course manager and complete your purchase. 3. Any seats not assigned during purchase can be assigned to learners within 12 months of the purchase date. 4. Once enrolled, your course manager can track everyone's progress through the dashboard.

Do you offer branding or LMS integration?

Yes. We offer both a custom branding package and full LMS integration for corporate clients. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

Should I take Foundation Training before an Implementer or Auditor course?

No. If you already know that you need Implementer, Auditor or Lead Auditor training, go directly to that specialized course. Those programs already include the ISO 9001 foundation needed for the role, so taking Foundation Training first would create unnecessary overlap.

ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training

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ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training

Understand ISO 9001 in Just 2–3 Hours

Get the complete ISO 9001 picture without getting buried in the details. This concise online course explains what the standard requires, how certification works, the benefits and drawbacks, and what implementation involves.

Requirements, Implementation & Certification Overview

2–3 Hours | Self-Paced & On-Demand

Certificate of Completion | 0.3 CEUs

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Why Choose Our ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training?

Need more than basic employee awareness, but not role-specific management, implementation or audit training? This course gives you a structured understanding of ISO 9001 as a whole.

Understand the Big Picture: See how the ISO 9001 requirements, quality management system, implementation and certification process fit together.

Know What ISO 9001 Really Involves: Learn the benefits, limitations, key requirements and typical implementation process without unnecessary jargon.

Go Beyond Basic Awareness: Ideal for employees and individual contributors who want to understand ISO 9001 in more depth without taking on management or specialist QMS responsibilities.

Board-Level Understanding: Give directors and board members the knowledge to follow ISO 9001 discussions and oversight without operational QMS training.

Get Up to Speed Fast: Gain a structured overview in just 2–3 hours instead of piecing the subject together from scattered information.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If the course is not right for you, request a refund within 30 days of purchase.

I do like the open, clean slides without overcrowding.

Kelley Shaffer / Bridgestone Americas

Clear, Focused Learning: A participant from Bridgestone Americas highlighted how the course’s clean visual design aids comprehension, making the fundamentals of ISO 9001 easy to grasp.

Training Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the purpose, structure and key requirements of ISO 9001.

Describe how implementation and certification typically work from start to finish.

Recognize the main benefits, limitations and business implications of an ISO 9001 quality management system.

Course Content

The curriculum of this foundation course guides you through the key aspects of ISO 9001, from its basic principles to an overview of implementation, using clear video instruction and practical examples.

Module 1: ISO 9001 – The Basics
Learn what ISO 9001 is, its purpose, and how it impacts organizations.

Module 2: The Pros and Cons of ISO 9001
Weigh the benefits and challenges to make an informed decision about adoption.

Module 3: Overview of the ISO 9001:2015 Requirements
Get a clear overview of the standard's main sections and their intent.

Module 4: ISO 9001 – An Implementation Overview
Understand the key steps and timeline involved in achieving certification.

The course includes the following material, available for download in PDF format:

Comprehensive Study Guide (62 pages)
A handy reference summarizing the course content.

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Certificate of Completion

After completing the course and short final assessment, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion that includes:

0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Digital Certificate available for download, print and LinkedIn sharing

Certificate: ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training

It was clear and simple to understand.

Freda Abel / Quality Solutions Pacific

Accessible Basics for Everyone: A professional at a management consultancy found the course perfectly delivered a clear and simple introduction to ISO 9001, ideal for building foundational knowledge.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

If the course is not right for you, request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

See the Training in Action

Watch a preview to see how we transform the complex ISO 9001 standard into a clear and understandable overview.

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See the Whole ISO 9001 Picture

Move logically from what ISO 9001 is and its pros and cons through the requirements, implementation and certification process.

Clear, Balanced Explanation

Understand what ISO 9001 actually requires, where it can add value and where its limitations lie – without unnecessary jargon or sales hype.

Designed for Non-Specialists

Get enough depth to understand ISO 9001 confidently without spending hours learning how to implement, manage or audit a QMS.

Training Developed by Industry Experts

Greg Thompson

Greg focuses on achievable results, not just theory. As our General Manager, his extensive experience in ISO 9001 implementation and auditing guides the strategic direction of our online training. His practical, results-oriented approach is a key reason our courses are among the most effective and efficient available. more

Naomi Sato

Naomi has a gift for making complex topics simple and practical. Her unique background in finance and senior auditing brings a unique perspective to our training program that allows her to cut through the complexity of quality management. Naomi contributes to course content that is not only easy to understand but immediately applicable to your work. more

Carl Fallon

Carl is dedicated to creating a smooth and effective learning experience. Drawing on over 15 years as a lead auditor and consultant, he ensures our online courses are perfectly tailored for busy professionals worldwide. His focus is on removing friction in learning platform and the presentation of course content so you can focus on learning. more

Simon Keller

Simon excels at designing clear and logical learning pathways. With a background in educational writing and hands-on ISO 9001 implementation, and over two decades of experience translating complex ISO 9001 concepts into accessible guidance, he shapes our course structure and content to be comprehensive, user-friendly, and easy to follow. more

Colin Gray

Colin brings a strategic, big-picture perspective to implementation. His over three decades as an IRCA lead auditor across diverse industries, consultant, trainer, and public speaker inform his approach to online training. His contribution to our course modules is their focus on true organizational control, continuous improvement, and adding long-term value. more

Melodi Nelson

Melodi enriches the training with real-world insights from diverse audits. Her over 25 years of expertise in quality management and laboratory auditing means you learn from someone who has faced and solved a vast range of practical challenges across multiple sectors. more

Andrew O'Reilly

Andrew expertly connects quality standards to real process improvement. As an IRCA Lead Auditor and Six Sigma Black Belt with over 25 years of experience, he ensures the training provides a powerful balance of theoretical knowledge and hands-on, practical application. more

Robin Bathurst

Robin specializes in high-stakes, precision quality management. Her more than two decades of expertise in critical sectors bring advanced, cutting-edge insights into optimizing quality management systems, which she builds directly into our advanced training modules. more

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Included
Login credentials for course / course management dashboard, Study Guide, digital certificate

Technical Requirements
A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access (high speed connection not essential)

Prerequisites
None

Duration & Schedule
2–3 hours to complete | 0.3 CEUs
Self-paced and on-demand

Version
Revised April 2023 | Compliant with ISO 9001:2015

Support
Technical support and instructor access available as needed

Money-Back Guarantee
Comprehensive 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee for risk-free purchase

Course Access
Up to 3 months from enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this Foundation Training for?

This course is for people who want a deeper understanding of ISO 9001 without role-specific management, implementation or audit training. It's ideal for employees who want more than basic awareness, individual contributors who need ISO 9001 literacy, and directors or board members who need the big picture without operational QMS responsibilities.
What will I learn?

You'll understand what ISO 9001 is, how its main requirements fit together, the benefits and limitations of certification, and what the typical implementation and certification process involves.
What is the time commitment?

The Foundation course is designed to be completed in about 2 to 3 hours. It's fully self-paced and on-demand.
Is there an exam?

The course includes a short final assessment to confirm your understanding of the material. It consists of multiple-choice questions and can be retaken as often as needed at no extra charge. It's designed to be straightforward – a natural wrap-up to the training, not a high-stakes test.
How long do I have access?

If the learner is enrolled during purchase, access starts immediately after payment. Any unassigned seats can be assigned to learners within 12 months of the purchase date. Once enrolled, each learner has up to 3 months of course access. Access ends when the course is completed. Extensions are available upon request for an additional fee.
How is Foundation Training different from Employee, Manager and Executive Training?

Employee Training is a brief awareness and motivation course for staff. Foundation Training goes deeper and explains ISO 9001 as a whole.

Manager Training is for managers and team leaders with operational QMS responsibilities.

Executive Training is for executives who sponsor, lead and oversee the QMS. Directors and board members who need to understand ISO 9001 without operational responsibility are better suited to Foundation Training.
Can my company enroll a team?

Yes. You can purchase multiple seats and manage everything from our dashboard. The process is simple:

1. Select the number of learners and click "Enroll".

2. Designate a course manager and complete your purchase.

3. Any seats not assigned during purchase can be assigned to learners within 12 months of the purchase date.

4. Once enrolled, your course manager can track everyone's progress through the dashboard.
Do you offer branding or LMS integration?

Yes. We offer both a custom branding package and full LMS integration for corporate clients. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Should I take Foundation Training before an Implementer or Auditor course?

No. If you already know that you need Implementer, Auditor or Lead Auditor Training, go directly to that specialized course. Those programs already include the ISO 9001 foundation needed for the role, so taking Foundation Training first would create unnecessary overlap.

What are you looking for?

ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training

Understand ISO 9001 in Just 2–3 Hours

Why Choose Our ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Training?

Training Objectives

Course Content

Is Foundation Training Right for You?

Certificate of Completion

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

See the Training in Action

See the Whole ISO 9001 Picture

Clear, Balanced Explanation

Designed for Non-Specialists

Training Developed by Industry Experts

Trusted by 5,000+ organizations worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this Foundation Training for?

What will I learn?

What is the time commitment?

Is there an exam?

How long do I have access?

How is Foundation Training different from Employee, Manager and Executive Training?

Can my company enroll a team?

Do you offer branding or LMS integration?

Should I take Foundation Training before an Implementer or Auditor course?