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Certification track · mentor-supported · taught in English
ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor
A 5-week preparation programme for the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor track – online, with mentor support, at your own pace.
Programme overview
Volume80 academic hours (30 live sessions + 50 hours of independent work)
Length5 weeks
FormatLectures, mentoring, practical exercises, group work, case studies, an individual project
LanguageEnglish (materials and exam)
PracticeFinal project: an audit plan and an audit report
CertificateEVK certificate on achieving the learning outcomes; otherwise a certificate of participation
What the programme gives you
- You analyse an organisation's AI management system (AIMS) compliance with ISO/IEC 42001 requirements, using a standards-based assessment method.
- You plan and conduct an AIMS audit programme.
- You document audit results and nonconformities in a structured audit report.
- You evaluate evidence and prepare a follow-up audit action plan.
- You demonstrate readiness for the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor certification exam.
5 weeks, week by week
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Week 1 · ISO/IEC 42001 and audit principles – AIMS requirements, audit criteria, regulatory context.
02
Week 2 · Planning and initiating the audit – scope, objectives, audit programme, a risk-based approach.
03
Week 3 · Conducting the audit – gathering evidence, interviews, document review, nonconformities.
04
Week 4 · Closing the audit and follow-up – conclusions, the report, documenting nonconformities, follow-up actions.
05
Week 5 · Exam and professional practice – practice tests, exam strategy, presenting your audit competence.
Is this programme right for you?
Who this is for
This is a good fit for internal and external auditors, quality managers, IT and AI specialists, compliance experts, and consultants who want to assess AIMS conformity and performance.
Who this is not for
This is not the right fit if you mainly need project-management skills for implementing an AIMS rather than auditing it, if you are looking for a technical course on code-, security- or performance-testing of AI models, if you cannot work with English-language materials, or if you expect the course certificate to automatically qualify you to act as an independent certification auditor.
Price and support
Every route below explains how it works for this particular programme. Full overview: participation support (in Estonian).
Ordered by an employer
The AI management system audit capability stays in-house. Talking points and a sample letter are on the support page.
As a private individual
Ask for a personal quote – we will get back to you with a fit assessment.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from the Lead Implementer track?
The Lead Implementer track teaches you to implement an AIMS in an organisation; Lead Auditor teaches you to audit it. If your role is closer to implementation, see the Lead Implementer track.
What language is the programme taught in?
Materials and the exam are in English; at least an intermediate level of English is needed.
How much time per week does this take?
80 academic hours across 5 weeks in total: live sessions plus independent work at your own pace.
Does EVK issue the PECB credential?
No. Preparation + PECB credential after the certification body's own requirements – Ettevõtluskeskus provides the preparation, PECB issues its own credential once you meet its own requirements.
Do I need prior audit experience?
It is not a mandatory prerequisite, but previous audit or compliance-assessment experience is recommended.
What do I need to take part?
A computer, a webcam, a stable internet connection, headphones with a microphone, and a quiet space for the live sessions.
How does mentoring work?
Mentor-led group sessions and practical exercises; 1:1 mentoring is available if needed.
How much does it cost?
The price is confirmed on request – contact us. State support is available to eligible learners – ask us.
When does the next group start?
The next group starts 16 August 2026 – check your fit and register your interest.
Check your fit before you decide
The next group starts 16 August 2026 – check your fit and register your interest.
ISO/IEC 42001 Lead AuditorRegister
Next groupNext group: 16 August 2026
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The road to the PECB credential – kept in clearly separate layers
Each layer has a different owner. Ettevõtluskeskus provides the preparation; PECB issues its own credential once you meet its own requirements.
1 · Ettevõtluskeskus
Preparation programme + EVK certificate
A 5-week mentor-led programme, online; on achieving the learning outcomes you receive a certificate from Ettevõtluskeskus OÜ, otherwise a certificate of participation.
2 · PECB scheme (ISO/IEC 42001)
PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor scheme
The programme follows PECB's own ISO/IEC 42001 audit curriculum and official training materials (450+ pages); the scheme belongs to PECB, not Ettevõtluskeskus.
3 · Exam
PECB certification exam
The exam is included in your course, however it is administered by PECB, and you register for it yourself.
4 · PECB · your step
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor
Preparation + PECB credential after the certification body's own requirements. The official exam and credential belong to PECB; Ettevõtluskeskus does not issue the PECB credential.
What you leave with
Audit plan and audit reportAs your final project you build an audit plan and a structured audit report that addresses nonconformities.
Group work with feedbackWeekly audit exercises and case studies; evaluating evidence and documents together as a group.
Exam readinessStructured preparation for the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor exam.
EVK certificateA certificate from Ettevõtluskeskus on achieving the learning outcomes, otherwise a certificate of participation.
Who will guide you
Trainer
Mustafa Qattorah
A PECB Certified Gold Trainer with nearly a decade of experience, having trained more than 300 certified professionals. Specialises in artificial intelligence and quality management; holds a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering and a Master's degree in Quality Management, with more than 500 training hours delivered.
Mentor-led group sessions are the main format; 1:1 mentoring is available if needed.
Check your fit
The next group starts 16 August 2026 – check your fit and register your interest.
Our team confirms the right programme, group price, any support you may be eligible for, and how to join.