ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Lead/External Auditor
✅ 100% Online and Self-Paced
✅ Learn Whenever & Wherever
✅ No Booking is Required; Start Upon Enrollment
✅ Exemplar Global Recognised Training Provider
✅ ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 19011:2026
✅ Ready-to-Use Templates and Materials
✅ Internationally Recognised Certificate
✅ No Prior Experience in Auditing and Management Systems is Required
About this Course
This course is designed for those who require end-to-end knowledge to conduct Environmental Management System audit against the ISO 14001:2026 standard. Ideally suited to those who develop, implement, maintain, improve, manage, or audit environmental management systems. Participants will be taught to manage teams of auditors as part of a third-party audit. This course aims to guide participants through the entire audit process, from implementing, managing, to reporting.
Some of the ready-to-use templates and materials of this course:
- Explanation of ISO 14001:2026 and workshops
- ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 19011:2026
- ISO 14001 audit checklist
- ISO 14001 documentation requirements
- Process approach guide
- Risk management guide
- Risk-based thinking guide
- Environmental Aspects and Impacts guide
- Lifecycle perspective
- How to make your business environmentally friendly
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Sample audit plan
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Sample audit report
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Auditor meeting guide
Exemplar Global recognised certificate (formerly RABQSA).
Standards in this Course
ISO 19011:2026, ISO 14001:2026
Duration
Complete the course module by module at your own pace. The course is equivalent to 48 hours (six days of full-time study)
Qualifications
- Exemplar Global – TL Management Systems Lead Auditors
- Exemplar Global – AU Auditing Management Systems – ISO 19011:2026
- Exemplar Global – EM Environmental Management Systems –ISO 14001:2026
Prerequisite
No prior experience in auditing and management systems is required.
Assessment
At the end of every module, you will take a short multiple-choice quiz that assesses your knowledge and understanding gained throughout the training. The quizzes are based on the topic that you have completed. Once you complete and submit the quiz, the scores are marked instantly by LMS TRG. The quizzes consist of questions with single or multiple answers. You can do the practice quiz as many times as you like until you pass.
Final Exam
Like the end-of-module quiz, the final quiz is shaped based on questions of single or multiple answers. You will be required to pass the final exam to obtain your qualification. The final quiz questions are based on all the course modules. The score is marked instantly by LMS TRG. You can redo the final exam if you fail.
Course Topics
100% Online and Self-Paced
You must complete 17 topics and there will be a quiz at the end of each topic.
This course will cover:
- Course introduction
- Management systems
- HLS (High-Level Structure)
- Environmental management systems ISO 14001:2026
- Audit fundamentals
- Audit cycle
- Audit sampling
- Auditor roles and responsibilities
- Planning an audit
- Conducting an audit
- Auditor principles and behavior
- Team and stress management
- Read and comprehend
- Audit findings
- Audit reports
- Case study
- Final exam
Learning Outcomes
You will have a thorough understanding of:
- The principles and procedures of third-party auditing
- The benefits of the risk-based audit approach and its application to modern management systems
- How to plan an effective audit against the ISO 14001:2026 requirements in the role of a Lead/External Auditor
- Resource allocation and timetabling
- How to work as a lead auditor in a Certification Body
- Interested parties' integration into organisational environmental processes
- Write, review, and provide feedback on the environmental management systems
Who should attend
- Anyone responsible for developing, implement, maintain, improve, manage, or auditing against ISO 14001
- Individuals who want to become a third party Environmental Management Systems auditor
- Managers who need to develop and implement Environmental Management Systems
- Anyone involved in the Environmental Management Systems processes
- Professionals who wish to consolidate their existing knowledge into a formal qualification and master EMS auditing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor Course Recognition?
After successful completion of the Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor Course, you will receive an Exemplar Global recognized certification for the following units:
- Exemplar Global– TL Management Systems Lead Auditors
- Exemplar Global – AU Auditing Management Systems – ISO 19011:2026
- Exemplar Global – EM Environmental Management Systems –ISO 14001:2026
How long do I have access to the course?
Once you sign up with LMS TRG, your access remains valid for the next 12 months. You can finish your training over a period of twelve months.
Can I access my training via a smartphone or tablet?
Yes, you can. LMS TRG is mobile and tablet friendly and you can start your training either with your phone, tablet, or laptop/computer.
Do I need advanced IT skills to start my Course?
No, not at all. The LMS TRG courses have been designed to be user-friendly. All you need is either or a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone, tablet, and an up-to-date web browser.
What browsers are supported?
For a seamless user experience, we recommend using the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.
Testimonials
"Highly recommend courses from LMS TRG. Excellent course material with easy to understand templates and worksheets. The course contains very practical real world knowledge of audits without the added fluff. It is a goto training organisation for anyone who wants certification with maximum ease and professionalism. No time wastage on useless course material or unnecessary work. As a working professional it was easy for me to complete the course along side with work and gave me the insights needed to improve my work and helped me in upskilling. Great admin support with very quick response time. Will definitely come back for another course."
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"First, I am thankful for this training as it increased my knowledge and expertise in my field of work. It gave me the opportunity to be more efficient as Auditor, thus provided more methods to be applied in my specialization. There are times that I have no access to the internet, but because of the study materials provided, I can still review offline . Moreover, the educators were utmost in support and approachable, making me feel secure in gaining knowledge. Lastly, I am hoping to have another opportunity for education from your training courses. Appreciate everything from you. Thank you very Much LMS TRG.“
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- Edmer
"An excellent, self-paced course with value for money. The presentations and courseware provided valuable tools for understanding and successfully completing the course."
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- Neil
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About Us
LMS TRG is an Australian-based compliance consulting and training organisation specialising in ISO management systems. We provide practical training, auditing, and consulting services to help individuals and organisations implement, maintain, and continually improve their management systems in line with international standards.
LMS TRG is an Exemplar Global Recognised Training Provider, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high-quality training that meets internationally recognised competency and education standards.
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