ISO 27001 TRAINING
About ISO 27001 Training
In today’s dynamic world, meeting future demands and expectations is a key challenge for businesses in every industry. Providing ISO 27001 training for your employees helps your organization build the skills needed to implement and maintain an effective information security management system. On completion, trainees can help drive continuous Information Security Management System (ISMS) improvement and bring the right tools to strengthen working processes. The course is based on the current edition of the standard.
Types of ISO 27001 training provided by IAS
IAS offers several levels of ISO 27001 training – Lead Auditor Training, Internal Auditor Training, and Awareness Training – drawing on more than 15 years of ISO auditing experience. The programs below are available for individuals:
IRCA-Accredited ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training
IAS offers IRCA-Accredited Lead Auditor Training on a range of ISO standards in collaboration with our sister firm, Empowering Assurance Systems (EAS).
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training is for professionals – or those with a relevant understanding of ISO standards – who want to be recognized as a Lead Auditor. Delegates learn to conduct first-party (internal), second-party (supplier), and third-party (external) audits in compliance with ISO 27001. On completion you can become a globally recognized IRCA certified Lead Auditor for ISO 27001 information security management systems, and learn how to plan and manage audits.
Course duration: 5 days (40 hours).
Examination: candidates take the IRCA exam on the fifth day and receive the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certificate on successful completion.
ISO 27001 Internal Auditor Training
IAS also offers ISO 27001 Internal Auditor Training for professionals who want to examine, audit, and improve their organization’s information security management system. The course teaches you how to conduct an internal audit, prepare non-conformity reports, and implement corrective action, and covers the relevant auditing methods, tactics, and approaches for ISO 27001.
Course duration: 2 days (16 hours).
Examination: participants who complete the internal auditor training course are eligible to sit the ISO 27001 internal auditor exam.
Check out our ISO 27001 training schedule to book your slot today.
ISO 27001 Awareness & Foundation Training
Awareness training suits employees who are just beginning to apply ISO 27001 standards, or who have recently joined an organization implementing ISO 27001. It teaches the essentials of the standard and equips staff with the information needed to begin implementing an ISO 27001 ISMS – ideal for those new to an organization, responsible for ISMS implementation, or starting an ISO 27001 project.
Course duration: a 3-4 hour workshop. Candidates receive a participation certificate on completion.
Online ISO 27001 training
IAS offers online ISO 27001 training across all of our programs. The online options are:
- Tutor-led virtual classroom – live, interactive sessions led by a tutor
- Self-paced online learning – access the course materials and exam within a set access period
Online delivery is available for Lead Auditor, Internal Auditor, and Awareness training.
Contact IAS today to learn more about ISO 27001 training, or visit our frequently asked questions page.
Related Certification and Training
- ISO 27001 Certification in Canada – certification for organizations
- ISO 22301 Training in Canada – business continuity, often paired with information security
- VAPT Certification in Canada – penetration testing that supports ISO 27001 controls
Frequently Asked Questions about ISO 27001 Training
Which ISO 27001 course should I take?
Awareness for newcomers; Internal Auditor (2 days) to audit your own organization; Lead Auditor (5 days, IRCA certified) for third-party / external auditing.
Is the Lead Auditor course IRCA certified?
Yes. ISO/IEC 27001 is a recognized CQI/IRCA scheme, and the course includes the IRCA examination on the final day.
How long is each course?
Lead Auditor is 5 days (40 hours), Internal Auditor is 2 days (16 hours), and Awareness is a 3-4 hour workshop.
Do I need prior experience?
Awareness has no prerequisites. For Internal and Lead Auditor courses, a basic understanding of ISO 27001 is helpful.
Which edition does the training cover?
ISO/IEC 27001:2022, the current edition.
Can I train online?
Yes - tutor-led virtual classroom and self-paced online options are available across all programs.
What certificate do I receive?
Lead Auditor delegates who pass the IRCA exam receive the Lead Auditor certificate; Internal Auditor and Awareness delegates receive the relevant completion or participation certificate.
Why is ISO 27001 training valuable in Canada?
It builds the in-house skills to implement and audit an ISMS, supporting privacy obligations (such as PIPEDA) and customer expectations around information security.