The ICTQual ISO 14067 Lead Auditor Course is a specialized training program designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills required to audit and verify carbon footprint assessments of products in accordance with ISO 14067 standards. This internationally recognized framework focuses on the quantification and communication of product carbon footprints, making it essential for organizations committed to sustainability, transparency, and climate accountability.
Through a blend of theoretical learning, case studies, and practical exercises, learners develop the competence to lead audits that ensure product carbon footprint claims are credible and compliant with international standards. By completing the course, participants are prepared to take on roles such as Lead Auditor, Sustainability Consultant, Carbon Footprint Verification Specialist, or Environmental Compliance Officer.
This qualification not only enhances career prospects but also empowers professionals to support organizations in reducing emissions, improving product sustainability, and meeting global climate goals.
The ICTQual ISO 14067 Lead Auditor Course is a structured five-day training program divided into 6 study units, designed to equip professionals with the expertise to audit and verify product carbon footprint assessments in line with ISO 14067 standards. This internationally recognized framework focuses on the quantification, monitoring, and communication of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with products, making it essential for organizations committed to sustainability and climate accountability.
Through a blend of theory, case studies, and practical exercises, participants gain in-depth knowledge of ISO 14067 requirements, carbon footprint methodologies, audit planning, evidence collection, and reporting. The program emphasizes real-world application, preparing learners to lead audits that ensure product carbon footprint claims are credible, transparent, and compliant with international standards. By the end of the course, graduates are equipped to take on roles such as Lead Auditor, Carbon Footprint Verification Specialist, Sustainability Consultant, or Environmental Compliance Officer, contributing to global efforts in reducing emissions and advancing sustainable development.
The ICTQual ISO 14067 Lead Auditor Course, qualification consists of 6 units for the completed qualification.
Mandatory Units
- Fundamentals of ISO 14067 and Carbon Footprint of Products
- Greenhouse Gas Quantification and Reporting Principles
- Audit Methodologies and ISO 19011 Guidelines
- Carbon Footprint Verification and Compliance Assessment
- Audit Leadership, Team Management, and Reporting
- Practical Application: Case Studies and Audit Simulation
The ICTQual ISO 14067 Lead Auditor Course is designed for professionals and organizations aiming to strengthen their expertise in auditing and verifying product carbon footprint assessments. It is particularly suited for:
- Environmental and sustainability professionals seeking to specialize in product carbon footprint auditing.
- Auditors and consultants who want to expand their competencies into ISO 14067 verification and assurance practices.
- QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) specialists looking to integrate carbon footprint verification into their compliance and sustainability work.
- Corporate sustainability managers responsible for reporting and validating product emissions data.
- Career changers and entry-level professionals aspiring to enter the growing field of carbon management and environmental auditing.
- Organizations and employers aiming to upskill staff in carbon footprint verification and sustainability reporting.
- Aspiring professionals planning to progress to higher qualifications in climate governance, auditing, and environmental management.
This course is ideal for anyone committed to ensuring transparency, credibility, and continual improvement in product carbon footprint reporting. By completing the program, learners demonstrate readiness to lead audits, support organizational sustainability goals, and contribute to global climate accountability.
Here are the learning outcomes for each study unit:
Fundamentals of ISO 14067 and Carbon Footprint of Products
- Understand ISO 14067 principles and terminology
- Explain the concept of product carbon footprint
- Identify scope and boundaries of carbon footprint assessments
- Evaluate the role of ISO 14067 in sustainability frameworks
- Distinguish between direct and indirect emissions in product life cycles
- Apply international standards to practical auditing contexts
- Assess the relevance of carbon footprinting in organizational decision‑making
Greenhouse Gas Quantification and Reporting Principles
- Apply recognized methodologies for greenhouse gas quantification
- Interpret emission factors and data sources for accurate reporting
- Assess reliability and validity of GHG data
- Compare international reporting frameworks with ISO 14067
- Evaluate challenges of data collection across industries
- Prepare transparent and verifiable GHG reports
- Reflect on ethical implications of accurate disclosure
Audit Methodologies and ISO 19011 Guidelines
- Describe principles of auditing management systems under ISO 19011
- Apply audit planning, execution, and reporting techniques
- Analyze audit evidence for compliance with ISO 14067
- Evaluate risks and opportunities in audit processes
- Conduct interviews and gather audit data effectively
- Prepare structured audit documentation to international standards
- Reflect on impartiality and professional conduct in auditing
Carbon Footprint Verification and Compliance Assessment
- Conduct verification of product carbon footprint data
- Assess compliance with ISO 14067 and related standards
- Recommend corrective actions for non‑conformities
- Evaluate organizational performance in carbon footprint management
- Identify gaps in compliance systems
- Apply verification techniques to ensure transparency and credibility
- Reflect on the auditor’s role in supporting sustainability
Audit Leadership, Team Management, and Reporting
- Demonstrate leadership skills in managing audit teams
- Allocate responsibilities and ensure effective communication
- Prepare professional audit reports to international standards
- Reflect on ethical responsibilities and impartiality in practice
- Apply conflict resolution strategies within audit teams
- Evaluate effectiveness of team collaboration in achieving objectives
- Present audit findings confidently to stakeholders
Practical Application: Case Studies and Audit Simulation
- Apply theoretical knowledge to real‑world audit scenarios
- Conduct simulated audits using ISO 14067 frameworks
- Analyze case studies for best practices and lessons learned
- Lead end‑to‑end audit processes with confidence
- Evaluate effectiveness of audit strategies in diverse contexts
- Reflect on personal performance to identify improvement areas
- Demonstrate readiness to operate as a professional ISO 14067 Lead Auditor
