The Certificate of Quality Auditing is an online professional development program that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and participate in a quality audit as a member of a quality audit team.
You will learn how to initiate, conduct and organise a quality audit plan including negotiating follow up action with the auditee/client; and monitoring and reviewing auditing systems and activities.
This online auditing course will take you through the process of reviewing designated documentation; identifying and developing checklists and audit-related documentation; preparing audit schedules; gathering, analysing and evaluating information, as well as managing project quality.
This professional development course is an excellent program for management professionals and business owners to ensure organisational systems, operations and procedures are effective and efficient and to safeguard against fraud and non-compliance with government and other regulatory bodies.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Initiate a quality audit
- Audit standards
- Quality standards
- Quality terms and systems
- Quality audits
- Audit objectives and scope
- Audit risk
- Trends or patterns
- Risk management and assessment
- Information for the audit
- Documents
- Policies and procedures
- Previous audits
- Audit notifications
- Audit methods and techniques
- Audit processes and techniques
- Audit resources
- Selecting audit team members
- Qualities, experience and requirements
- Resources
- Audit plans
- (Inclusions, considerations and developing a plan and communication
- Assigning responsibilities
- Timing and schedules
- Submitting the plan
- Informing audit team members responsibilities
- Communicating the audit plan and schedules
- Methods and techniques
- Establishing the impact of previous audits
- Compliance and examining previous audits
- Checking the documentation s adequate
- Determining the need for further documentation
- Developing checklists
- Entry and exit meetings
- Auditing codes of practice and ethics
- Organisational protocols for written communication
Unit 2 - Lead a quality audit
- Meeting agenda – discussions
- Audit agenda
- Opening meeting process
- Confirm the proposed audit plan
- Reasons for changing audit plans
- Identifying information sources
- Organisational documents
- Documents required for an audit
- Interviews with staff members
- Organisational websites
- Products, equipment and machinery
- Examination of raw materials
- Copies of previous audits
- External data
- Interviewing stakeholders
- Gathering information and documentation
- Supervising the audit team
- Re-assigning team members
- Instigating contingency plans
- Reviewing, assessing and reaching an agreement on findings
- Reliability of data
- Exit meetings
- Audit results and findings
- Confirming reporting arrangements
- Explaining the audit and follow-up actions
- Submitting final audit report
- Providing feedback to audit team
- Supporting team members to review their own work
- Providing advice on individual improvement
- Requirements of auditing standards
- Key features of technology required for auditing
Unit 3 - Report on a quality audit
- Compile audit results
- Analyse compiled audit results against audit plan
- Identify non -compliances
- Process and analysis
- Decisions based on analysis
- Types of analysis
- Quantitative analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Inferential analysis
- Qualitative analysis
- Descriptive analysis
- Critical analysis
- Objective analysis
- Consult with team members
- Produce draft audit
- Possible outcomes from an audit
- Finalise audit report
- Stakeholder feedback
- Strategies for writing effective reports
- Presenting final audit report
- Action plans
- Scheduling
- To do lists
- Flow chats and Gannt charts
- Time frames for corrective action
- Non-conformance
- Corrective action follow-up
- Auditing regulations
- Technology required for producing audit results
- Stakeholder communication
Study Hours
Estimated duration 45 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
It was easy to access the information, the layout and design of the training documents was functional, the information provided was quite useful and has enhanced my understanding of quality auditing. I’m happy with the overall experience, and wouldn’t hesitate to undertake another course in the future.
D. Thorn, Murrays Beach, NSW | Certificate of Quality Auditing and Management
Overall satisfying as what was learnt has certainly added value to our current audit approaches. High recommended to anyone wishing to take on Quality auditing
M. Nou Voklus, Papua New Guinea | Certificate of Quality Auditing and Management
Well structured course with plenty of support
K. Downes, Kenmore, QLD | Certificate of Quality Auditing and Management
Easy to use references and learning materials, assessment process was fair and thorough.
Overall course very beneficial.
S. Clery, Mount Crosby, QLD | Certificate of Quality Auditing and Management
About Us
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrol Online: Enrol Now
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Enrolling Multiple Staff?
To enrol multiple staff, please complete the Employer Enrolment Form. We’ll be in touch within 60 minutes during business hours!
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Internal Auditor
- Taxation
- Compliance Management
- Quality Assurance Coordinator
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