Course Outline
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training, you will be equipped to:
- Describe the core concepts and principles of an AI management system under ISO/IEC 42001
- Interpret ISO/IEC 42001 requirements for AI management systems from an auditor’s standpoint
- Assess the conformity of AI management systems against ISO/IEC 42001 requirements, applying fundamental audit concepts and principles
- Plan, execute, and finalize ISO/IEC 42001 compliance audits in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other auditing best practices
- Oversee an ISO/IEC 42001 audit program
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to AI management systems and ISO/IEC 42001
Day 2: Core audit principles, audit preparation, and initiation
Day 3: Execution of on-site audit activities
Day 4: Audit closure processes
Day 5: Certification Examination
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor” examination satisfies the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It evaluates competency across the following domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of AI management systems
Domain 2: AI management system requirements
Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
Domain 4: Preparation for an ISO/IEC 42001 audit
Domain 5: Conducting an ISO/IEC 42001 audit
Domain 6: Closing an ISO/IEC 42001 audit
Domain 7: Managing an ISO/IEC 42001 audit program
For details on exam formats, available languages, and further specifications, please consult the PECB List of Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Certification Path and Requirements
Following a successful exam result, you may apply for one of four professional credentials based on your level of experience. All credentials necessitate passing the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Exam (or an approved equivalent) and signing the PECB Code of Ethics.
1. Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Provisional Auditor
Suitable for those new to the field who have acquired theoretical knowledge but lack practical auditing or industry experience.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: None required
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Management System Audit Experience: None required
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
2. Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Auditor
Designed for professionals with foundational experience in AI management and auditing.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Two years in total, including at least one year specifically in Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Management System Audit Experience: A minimum of 200 hours of qualifying audit activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
3. Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor
The standard credential for experienced professionals qualified to plan, lead, and manage AI management system audit teams.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Five years in total, including at least two years specifically in Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Management System Audit Experience: A minimum of 300 hours of qualifying audit activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
4. Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Senior Lead Auditor
The highest tier for expert practitioners with extensive, long-term leadership experience in auditing AI frameworks.
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Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Exam (or equivalent)
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Professional Experience: Ten years in total, including at least seven years specifically in Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Management System Audit Experience: A minimum of 1,000 hours of qualifying audit activities
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Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics
Note on Qualifying Audit Activities: To be recognized by PECB, your audit hours must adhere to best practices and should encompass activities such as audit planning, managing audit programs, drafting audit or nonconformity reports, conducting on-site audits, and leading audit teams.
General
- Training, certification, and examination fees are included in the course price.
- Participants receive comprehensive course materials containing over 450 pages of explanatory content, case studies, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
- Attendees who complete the course will receive an attestation worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
- If a candidate does not pass the exam, they may retake it free of charge within 12 months of their initial attempt.
Requirements
Primary prerequisite: A basic grasp of ISO/IEC 42001 and core AI principles and concepts is required to join this training.
Who Should Attend?
This course is tailored for:
- Internal or external auditors aiming to specialize in auditing AI management systems
- Managers and consultants looking to refine their skills in the AI management system audit process
- Professionals accountable for upholding AI management system compliance within their organizations
- Specialist advisors in AI management
- Professionals tasked with analyzing and interpreting business requirements for AI deployment
- Individuals engaged in developing and implementing AI solutions, as well as designing AI system architectures
Testimonials (4)
Theory followed by practical examples and exercices. Job well done!
Vincenzo Delle Donne - Department of National Defence
Course - ISO 37301 Compliance Management System
the expertise & knowledge of the trainer
Erica DeRosa DeRosa - Aecon Group INc.
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I enjoyed the quizzes, and Driton's style of teaching.
Chloe - SEEC MM Ltd.,
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With both my 2022 ISO 9001 audit prep-related training & the recently completed ISO 9001 audit prep refresher course; Dereck has helped me significantly with regards to gaining a new & practical perspective of the ISO 9001:2015 clauses & sections & how they apply to our business. Dereck has also helped me with both training courses --- to improve my ISO-related communications both with our company's employees and the external ISO Auditors .
