ISO 42001 Lead Auditor — Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)

On this accelerated 3-day ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor course with Firebrand Training, you'll learn how to plan, conduct, and manage audits of Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) in accordance with the ISO/IEC 42001 standard.

Led by expert instructors, the course guides you through the audit lifecycle, from preparing audit activities and conducting interviews to identifying nonconformities, reporting audit findings, and ensuring follow-up actions. You'll build practical skills through scenario-based exercises and case studies that reflect real-world AIMS auditing challenges.

By earning the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor certification, you’ll validate your ability to lead AIMS audits, evaluate AI governance frameworks, and support organizations in achieving ethical, compliant, and effective AI management aligned with ISO/IEC 42001.

Throughout this course, you'll learn how to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an AI management system based on ISO/IEC 42001
• Interpret the ISO/IEC 42001 requirements for an AI management system from the perspective of an auditor
• Evaluate the AI management system conformity to ISO/IEC 42001 requirements in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Plan, conduct, and close an ISO/IEC 42001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
• Manage an ISO/IEC 42001 audit program 

With Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll certify while gaining access to official courseware, expert instruction, and an immersive, distraction-free learning environment.

As part of the course, you’ll take the ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor exam, backed by our Certification Guarantee for added confidence. Upon successful certification, you’ll also earn a PECB digital badge, showcasing your expertise in auditing AI governance and Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS), and enhancing your professional credibility in this rapidly evolving field.

Why choose Firebrand?

• Flexible Delivery Options: Choose between classroom-based training or virtual instructor-led sessions, with delivery options to suit your needs and schedule
• Comprehensive Certification Preparation: Covers the PECB exam topics with integrated study materials and practice exercises
• Interactive Learning: Includes workshops, case studies, and group discussions to apply concepts practically
• Experienced Instructors: Led by certified trainers with extensive industry experience

This training course is intended for:

• Individuals with a background in auditing, whether internal or external, seeking to specialize in auditing AI management systems
• Managers or consultants seeking to master the AI management system audit process
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity with the AI management system requirements in an organization
• Expert advisors in AI management
• Professionals involved in analyzing and understanding business requirements for AI implementation
• Individuals involved in the development and implementation of AI solutions and in designing the architecture of AI systems

• Introduction to ISO/IEC 42001 and management systems
• Certification process
• Fundamental concepts and principles of artificial intelligence
• Overview of ISO/IEC 42001 Requirements
• Fundamental audit concepts and principles
• The impact of other technologies in auditing
• Evidence-based auditing
• Risk-based auditing
• Initiation of the audit process
• Stage 1 Audit
• Preparing for stage 2 audit
• Stage 2 audit
• Communication during the audit
• Audit procedures
• Creating audit test plans
• Auditing the requirements of ISO/IEC 42001
• Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
• Audit documentation and quality review
• Closing of the audit
• Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
• Beyond the initial audit
• Managing an internal audit program

At the end of this course, you'll sit the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor examination, covered by our Certification Guarantee.

• Duration: 180 minutes (3 hour)
• Format: Multiple-choice questions, open book
• Number of Questions: 80
• Pass Score:70%
• CPD points available: 31 CPD points available upon completion
• Digital Badge: PECB have partnered with Credly to offer you the chance of earning a digital badge upon completing your certification.

Competency domains covered during the examination include:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an AI management system
• Domain 2: AI management system requirements
• Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Domain 4: Preparing 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

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for your credential. You will receive a designation once you meet the requirements related to the specified credential. 

The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 42001 and AI principles and concepts.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two training options. Choose between residential classroom-based and online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs 9am–5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand, you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply to online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts