Description
The ISO 21001 Lead Implementer training course enables you to develop the necessary competencies to support an educational organization in planning, implementing, managing and maintaining a management system for educational organizations (EOMS) based on the requirements of ISO 21001. During this training course, you will explore the different components of an EOMS, including the EOMS policy and objectives, procedures, performance evaluation, management commitment, internal audit, management review and continual improvement.
After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer” credential. A PECB Lead Implementer Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, framework and management approach.
Who should attend?
The ISO 18788 Lead Implementer training course is intended for:
- Individuals involved in Educational Management and Administration
- Individuals involved in the development and provision of educational products and services
- Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS)
- Individuals interested to pursue a career in the field of education
- Individuals seeking to contribute to the field of education and standardized management systems in educational organizations
Learning objectives
Upon successful completion of this training course, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts and principles for an EOMS, as defined by ISO 21001
- Understand the elements and operations of an Educational Organizations Management System and their principal processes
- Recognize the correlation between ISO 21001, ISO 9001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Understand the approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and management of an EOMS based on ISO 21001
Educational approach
The training course is participant centered and contains:
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples
- Practical exercises include examples and discussions
- Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites - A fundamental understanding of management systems and educational management practices.
Prerequisites
A fundamental understating of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 21001 and initiating the implementation of the EOMS
Day 2: Planning the implementation of the EOMS
Day 3: Implementing the EOMS
Day 4: Monitoring, measuring and continually improving the EOMS
Day 5: Certification exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Management System for Educational Organizations (EOMS)
Domain 2: Educational Organizations Management System (EOMS)
Domain 3: Planning the EOMS implementation based on ISO 21001
Domain 4: Implementing the EOMS based on ISO 21001
Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring and measurement of the EOMS based on ISO 21001
Domain 6: Continual improvement of the EOMS
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certificate requirements
Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for the credential shown on the table below. For more information about ISO 21001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The credentials in the PECB ISO 21001 certification scheme have the following requirements:
| Designation | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/assessment experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience with educational organizations | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience with educational organizations | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO 21001 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 21001 Lead Implementer exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience with educational organizations | Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, the audit activities should follow best audit practices and include the following:
- Drafting a EOMS plan
- Initiating a EOMS implementation
- Implementing a EOMS
- Monitoring and managing a EOMS implementation
- Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
- Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months free of charge
