FSSC22000 V6 Lead Auditor
Acquire the practical competencies to audit a complete Food Safety Management System under the FSSC 22000 V6 scheme. CQI and IRCA accredited certification course.
| Venue: Online (Virtual Classroom / Self-Study Platform) |
| Language: English |
| Date/s of Next Intake: Date on Request |
| Duration: 5 days (live virtual) |
| Hours of Total Learning: 40 hours |
| Entry Requirements: Knowledge of the principles of food safety management, including pre-requisite programmes and HACCP, is essential. Awareness of relevant legislation and FSSC 22000 is recommended. |
| Mode of Attendance: Online |
| Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face or Online |
| Grading System: Standard pass/fail grading scale |
| Funding Options: Three Malta funding routes can cover most of your course. MySkills Scheme (cash grant reimbursement, individuals) — employed participants claim back up to 80% and unemployed up to 100%, paid as a cash reimbursement on completion, max €5,000 per application. Get Qualified Scheme (tax credit, individuals) — employed, self-employed and business owners recover up to 70% of eligible training costs as a personal tax credit, max €10,000 per application. Investing in Skills / IIS (tax credit, employers) — Malta-registered employers recover up to 70% of eligible training costs for their staff as a tax credit. Not sure which scheme fits you? Contact us — we will tell you exactly what you qualify for. Important: The MySkills Scheme and Get Qualified Scheme are only available to individuals who are officially residing in Malta. Proof of Malta residency is required when applying for either scheme. |
| Pass Mark: 50% |
About this Programme
Audit Food Safety Management Systems to the FSSC 22000 scheme. CQI and IRCA accredited.
This practical workshop-based course is for those intending to acquire the competencies to audit an organisation's entire Food Safety Management System (FSMS) to meet the requirements of the FSSC 22000 scheme, either as a third or second-party auditor.
Who Should Attend
- Food safety professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an FSMS that meets FSSC 22000 or ISO 22000.
- Food safety auditors seeking to enhance auditing knowledge or achieve formal recognition.
- Auditors from any organisation in the food chain who need to lead audits and audit teams, including suppliers, against FSSC 22000 or ISO 22000.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop the knowledge and competencies needed to perform an audit of an FSMS.
- Gain a wider understanding of food safety management system design and implementation.
- Understand how HACCP must be embedded for an effective FSMS.
Programme Outline
Course Content (5 days)
PDCA cycle and its use within an FSMS. The FSSC standard (ISO 22000, ISO 22002 pre-requisite standards, FSSC additional requirements). Terms and definitions used in FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000. FSMS Documentation. ISO 19011 / ISO 17021 and auditing. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party audits. Benefits of third-party accredited certification. The audit process. Selecting an audit team. Stage 1, Stage 2, surveillance, unannounced, and recertification audits. Auditor responsibilities and competencies. Planning and conducting an audit. Auditing Food Safety Management System requirements. Generating audit findings and nonconformities. Reporting and following up of an audit.
Programme Details
Included · Successful completion of the course and examination (50% pass mark) satisfies the formal training requirements for registration as an Auditor, Lead Auditor, or Principal Auditor with CQI and IRCA Certified training under the food safety auditor scheme.
Course is CQI and IRCA accredited. Delivered by NOUV. Reproduced with permission.
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Malta funding available: Through the Get Qualified Scheme, individuals benefit from tax credits of up to 70% of course fees after successful completion. Businesses can benefit from the Investing in Skills Scheme. Our team will assist you in accessing applicable schemes.
Want to register your interest?
Use the form on this page to reserve a place. Our team will follow up with the next available intake, funding routes, and any questions you have about the programme.
Get Qualified Scheme
Individuals residing in Malta can claim up to 70% of course fees back as a tax credit after successful completion. Contact us for eligibility guidance.
Investing in Skills (IIS)
Businesses can access government support to upskill staff active in the Maltese labour market. Reach out if you are enrolling a team — we will help with applications.