Quality Management · CQLA
Certified Quality Lead Auditor (CQLA)
For experienced auditors who lead audit teams and manage audit programmes.
Overview & who should apply
About the CQLA certification
The CQLA certification recognises the competence to manage an audit programme, lead audit teams, handle complex or sensitive findings and deliver clear conclusions to top management.
Who should apply: Lead auditors, audit programme managers and senior quality professionals responsible for second- and third-party audits.
Body of knowledge
Core competence areas
The CQLA exam assesses applied competence across the following areas.
Audit Programme Management
Leading Audit Teams
Risk-Based Audit Planning
Evaluating Evidence & Audit Conclusions
Managing Difficult Audit Situations
Reporting to Top Management
How to get certified
Your path to CQLA
- Review the eligibility requirements for CQLA.
- Submit your application to IAQP.
- Prepare using the body of knowledge, an Approved Training Partner or self-study.
- Sit the independent online exam.
- Receive your verifiable CQLA certificate and maintain it through renewal and CPD.
Fees, validity & renewal
Application and exam fees, certificate validity and renewal requirements for CQLA are confirmed when you apply. Contact the IAQP team for current details.
Preparation
Related certifications in Quality Management
CQP – Certified Quality ProfessionalCQC – Certified Quality ConsultantCQM – Certified Quality ManagerCQE – Certified Quality EngineerCQA – Certified Quality AuditorTQM – Certified Total Quality Management ProfessionalCCMQ – Certified Change Management in QualityCSQL – Certified Sustainability and Quality Leader
Ready to earn your CQLA?
Submit your application and the IAQP team will confirm your eligibility and next steps.