ISO14001 ISEP Lead Environmental Auditor Training

Expand All

Gain recognition as a certified environmental auditor through practical, expert-led training.

Environmental challenges continue to dominate the global risk landscape. The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 identifies environmental issues as four of the top ten most severe risks facing the world over the next decade, including extreme weather events, biodiversity loss and natural resource shortages. These urgent challenges place organisations under increasing pressure to manage environmental risks, drive sustainability and ensure regulatory compliance.

Implementing and auditing effective Environmental Management Systems (EMS) such as ISO 14001:2015 and/or the associated EU Eco Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) Regulation is essential for those aiming to make a measurable impact and contribute to global sustainability.

This ISEP-approved Lead Environmental Auditor course equips learners with the knowledge, skills and practical tools to plan, conduct and lead audits to the highest international standards. It builds auditing capability in line with ISO 19011:2018 guidelines, enabling learners to make a measurable contribution to sustainability performance and organisational excellence.

The course should also prepare learners for the role of environmental auditors/assessors of EMS to standards acceptable to third party certification bodies.

Collapse

This five-day course blends technical EMS knowledge with auditing practice. Learners engage in tutor-led sessions, case studies and simulated audit activities to reinforce learning.

Day 1

Global sustainability challenges and risk context
Introduction to EMS and audit frameworks (ISO 14001, EMAS, ISO 19011)
Environmental aspects, impacts and significance

Day 2

Air pollution sources
Risk assessment techniques
Environmental legislation (European and Irish)
ISO 14031: Environmental performance indicators
Setting objectives and targets

Day 3

Emergency preparedness and response
Audit processes and best practice techniques
Internal reviews and certification bodies
Life cycle assessment

Day 4

Comprehensive audit case study and exercises
Simulated audit role-play exercises
Reporting and reviewing audit findings
Requirements of certification bodies

Day 5

Closing meetings
Integrated management systems
Course review and written examination

All content is aligned with ISO 19011:2018 best practice, with the flexibility to tailor In-Company programmes.

This course is ideal for sustainability, environmental and quality professionals who already have a sound understanding of environmental management systems and wish to enhance their auditing expertise. It is particularly suited to those seeking to refresh their knowledge of current environmental issues and best-practice audit methods:

Environmental and Sustainability Managers
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Professionals
Quality Assurance and Compliance Auditors
Environmental Consultants and Advisors
Personnel who have previously attended an ISEP-approved course

Learners should already be familiar with EMS principles and ISO 14001 requirements.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Conduct EMS audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2018 best practices
Identify and assess environmental aspects and impacts
Evaluate environmental objectives, targets and performance indicators
Understand legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to EMS auditing
Compare and distinguish key audit types
Plan, lead and report on environmental audits confidently
Apply sustainability principles in the context of environmental audits
Describe the responsibilities of the auditor, audit team and related stakeholders.
Lead audit teams and collaborate effectively during audit exercises

This course builds practical auditing capability that supports environmental compliance and sustainability excellence.

Elizabeth Walker

Elizabeth has extensive industry experience planning, establish...

Read More
Finbarr Stapleton

Finbarr Stapleton, Antaris, has a B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry...

Read More
Gerry Higgins

With extensive experience of implementing quality, environmenta...

Read More

Peter Fleming

Peter Fleming is an accomplished EHSQ professional with credibl...

Read More

Learners must have prior knowledge of ISO 14001 and EMS terminology. Familiarity with EMAS is also beneficial but not essential.

Knowledge of environmental management principles
Awareness of environmental legislation and concepts

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

Learners are assessed through continuous evaluation of their participation and practical exercises throughout the course, along with a formal written examination on the final day.

Continuous assessment includes audit planning, role-play and team exercises
Final written exam on Day 5 (open book)

Successful completion of this ISEP-approved course contributes credits toward Environmental Auditor registration with ISEP. Learners achieving a score of 70% or higher are eligible to apply for Associate Environmental Auditor status. Higher levels, such as Environmental Auditor or Lead EMS Auditor, require additional experience and training.

This course supports learners in meeting the auditing and sustainability-related competencies defined within the ISEP Skills Map which incorporates wider aspects of sustainability and governs and forms the basis for their updated membership levels and courses.

Our training approach is practical, highly interactive and discussion-based, with flexibility to meet organisational needs:

Emphasis on real-world application through practical exercises, case studies and group activities that reinforce key concepts and encourage active participation.
Accredited training aligned to certification standards, with structured assessments and recognised best practices.
Pre-training consultation for In-Company courses to tailor content to organisational needs
Access to comprehensive course material that is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest industry standards and guidance.
Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
Onsite or live virtual sessions tailored for teams
Scheduled virtual public courses for individual learners
Support through SQT's online learning platform 
Real-time support from expert Tutors

Class sizes are generally limited to 12 participants to support personalized learning and individual support.

This programme is accredited by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP), a membership body for over 15,000 sustainability professionals worldwide.

This programme meets the training requirements for ISEP Associate Environmental Auditor. A certificate of attendance is issued to all learners. Competence certificates are awarded upon successful completion of assessment components (8 weeks after course completion).

For further information, visit ISEP's website.

Learners can continue their professional development through further training and ISEP accreditation.

Advanced EMS auditing and integrated system training
Sustainability Skills Development Courses
ISEP Principal Environmental Auditor pathway

Achieving this qualification is a stepping stone to leading audit functions or progressing within sustainability leadership roles.

Collapse All

Download brochure

Snapshot

Accreditation

Online Learning FAQ >

Course Code

EE010

Duration

5 training days

Public Price

Virtual Training: €1095
Blended Training: €1350

+ €30 ISEP Certification Fee
(includes course documentation)

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

stdClass Object
(
    [primary_category] => ISO 14001 & ISEP
    [primary_slug] => iso-14001-isep
    [categories_slugs] => Array
        (
            [0] => iso-14001-isep
        )

    [parent_categories_slugs] => Array
        (
            [0] => environment-energy-management
        )

)