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This comprehensive course provides the knowledge, practical tools, and implementation strategies required to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an Asset Management System (AMS) in accordance with ISO 55001:2024.
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of asset management principles, the requirements of ISO 55001, and internationally recognized best practices for managing physical assets throughout their lifecycle. The course combines theory with practical implementation techniques, enabling organizations to improve asset performance, reduce lifecycle costs, manage risks, and support long-term organizational objectives.
The course covers the complete implementation process from organizational context through leadership, planning, support, operation, performance evaluation, and continual improvement, while preparing participants for successful certification.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
A practitioner-focused course that shows participants how to understand, design, implement, and maintain an Environmental Management System aligned with ISO 14001:2026. The course follows the PDCA model and translates the requirements of ISO 14001 into practical actions that organizations can apply to improve environmental performance, meet compliance obligations, reduce environmental risks, and support sustainability goals.
Participants will learn how to determine organizational context, identify relevant interested parties, define the EMS scope, establish environmental policy and objectives, evaluate environmental aspects and impacts, address risks and opportunities, and develop practical operational controls. The course also explains how to manage documented information, competence, awareness, internal and external communication, emergency preparedness, monitoring and measurement, evaluation of compliance, internal audits, management review, nonconformity, corrective action, and continual improvement.
Special attention is given to the 2026 revision, including stronger alignment with the latest ISO management system structure, clearer expectations around environmental conditions, climate change, biodiversity, ecosystem health, compliance obligations, life cycle perspective, risk-based planning, and integration with other systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
This course provides comprehensive training in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to build, implement, and sustain a robust HSE system in any organization or industrial sector. Aligned with global standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, the training supports participants in recognizing workplace hazards, reducing environmental risks, improving compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture. It’s ideal for professionals responsible for HSE, quality, sustainability, or operational risk.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the principles and structure of HSE management systems
Apply ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 requirements in practical settings
Identify and assess workplace health and safety risks
Implement effective hazard controls and risk mitigation strategies
Ensure environmental compliance (e.g., waste, water, emissions, energy)
Build emergency preparedness and incident response plans
Conduct HSE audits and inspections using checklists and observation methods
Promote a safety culture and employee participation in HSE programs
Document and monitor HSE performance with KPIs and reporting tools
Integrate HSE into broader management systems and sustainability goals
HSE Officers, Managers, and Coordinators
Plant Managers and Operations Heads
Safety Engineers and Environmental Officers
HR and Compliance Managers
Site Supervisors and Facility Maintenance Teams
Quality and Risk Management Professionals
ISO 45001 / 14001 Implementation Teams
Contractors and Construction Safety Personnel
No prior ISO certification required
Useful for all industries: manufacturing, construction, logistics, oil & gas, healthcare, pharma, food, etc.
Recommended as a foundation before taking Lead Auditor or Advanced HSE certifications
This course provides a complete guide to implementing ISO 37001:2016, the international standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS). Designed for organizations of all sizes and sectors, ISO 37001 helps prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks. Participants will learn how to build a risk-based compliance program, promote a culture of integrity, and meet global anti-corruption expectations.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the structure and scope of ISO 37001:2016.
Identify bribery risks and apply a risk-based approach to prevention and controls.
Develop and implement anti-bribery policies and procedures.
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and oversight mechanisms.
Conduct due diligence on personnel, business associates, and transactions.
Integrate anti-bribery controls into procurement, contracts, and financial systems.
Implement reporting mechanisms, whistleblower protection, and investigation procedures.
Monitor, audit, and continuously improve your ABMS.
Align your organization’s program with international laws such as the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and local legislation.
Prepare for ISO 37001 certification or internal assessment.
Compliance and Ethics Officers
Legal, Audit, and Risk Professionals
Procurement and Finance Managers
Board Members and Executives
Anti-Corruption and Governance Consultants
Public and Private Sector Leaders in high-risk industries
No prior ISO 37001 knowledge required
Beneficial for organizations operating in high-risk jurisdictions or government sectors
Strong fit for entities seeking to demonstrate compliance and corporate integrity
ISO 37001 requirements and implementation
Bribery risk assessment and mitigation
Due diligence frameworks for third parties
Anti-bribery controls in contracts and payments
Whistleblower mechanisms and incident response
Internal audit of anti-bribery systems
Alignment with global anti-corruption laws
Ethical leadership and governance
Certification readiness and audit trail development
This course provides detailed guidance on implementing ISO 30401:2018, the international standard for establishing, maintaining, and improving a Knowledge Management System (KMS). ISO 30401 supports organizations in fostering a knowledge-driven culture, improving decision-making, and achieving strategic goals by effectively managing both tacit and explicit knowledge. Participants will learn how to build systems and environments that enable knowledge creation, sharing, protection, and application in alignment with organizational objectives.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and terminology of ISO 30401:2018.
Align knowledge management strategies with organizational purpose and culture.
Design and implement processes for knowledge identification, acquisition, and sharing.
Establish governance structures, roles, and responsibilities for KM systems.
Promote a collaborative and innovative knowledge-sharing culture.
Integrate KM with digital platforms, content management, and learning systems.
Develop mechanisms to retain critical knowledge and prevent loss.
Evaluate the effectiveness of knowledge processes using performance indicators.
Ensure continual improvement and alignment with ISO management system principles.
Prepare for ISO 30401 certification and internal audits.
Knowledge Managers and Chief Knowledge Officers (CKOs)
Learning and Development (L&D) Professionals
Innovation, R&D, and Strategy Leaders
HR Managers and Organizational Development Specialists
Digital Transformation and IT Teams
Consultants supporting KM system design and implementation
No prior ISO 30401 experience required
Familiarity with knowledge-sharing tools or organizational learning is helpful
Suitable for both knowledge-intensive industries and public sector bodies
ISO 30401 requirement interpretation
Knowledge strategy development
KM system governance and leadership alignment
Tacit and explicit knowledge processes
Knowledge retention and risk mitigation
Technology enablement for KM (intranets, portals, collaboration platforms)
Cultural enablers of knowledge sharing
Performance measurement in KM initiatives
Integration with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and digital ecosystems
This course provides a comprehensive guide to implementing ISO 29994:2021, the international standard specifying quality requirements for learning services provided outside formal education, such as corporate training, professional development, and non-degree programs. The course focuses on ensuring consistent service delivery, learner satisfaction, and continual improvement across various learning contexts. ISO 29994 can be used by training providers, academies, and organizations offering educational services to support competence development and align with global best practices.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and application of ISO 29994:2021.
Identify key differences between ISO 29994 and ISO 21001 (Educational Management Systems).
Define quality assurance requirements for non-formal learning service providers.
Establish policies, processes, and objectives for learning services.
Ensure transparency in learner needs assessment, course content, and delivery methods.
Define responsibilities of learning service providers, facilitators, and support staff.
Monitor learner progress, feedback, satisfaction, and outcomes.
Develop documentation to support quality assurance and audit readiness.
Integrate ISO 29994 into existing quality or education systems.
Support alignment with government, corporate, or accreditation expectations.
Training Providers and L&D Managers
Adult Education Centers and eLearning Providers
Corporate Academies and HR Development Leads
Quality Assurance Professionals in education/training
ISO 21001 or ISO 9001 Implementers in training organizations
Consultants supporting educational service delivery improvement
No prior ISO 29994 experience required
Familiarity with ISO 9001 or ISO 21001 is helpful
Suitable for private training companies, government training centers, and NGOs
ISO 29994 clause interpretation and application
Learning service design and delivery control
Trainer qualification and learner support
Learning environment and material quality
Feedback and improvement systems
Training evaluation and outcome measurement
Service transparency and learner satisfaction management
Integration with ISO 21001 or quality management frameworks
Non-formal education audit readiness
This course offers a comprehensive guide to ISO 26000:2010, the international standard for social responsibility. Unlike other ISO management system standards, ISO 26000 is non-certifiable and provides guidance rather than requirements. It supports organizations of all sizes and sectors in operating in a socially responsible manner by aligning values, strategy, and operations with ethical, legal, and environmental expectations. This course equips participants to embed responsible practices across seven core subjects, including human rights, labour, the environment, and community involvement.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and foundational principles of ISO 26000.
Apply the seven core subjects of social responsibility:
Organizational governance
Human rights
Labor practices
The environment
Fair operating practices
Consumer issues
Community involvement and development
Align social responsibility practices with organizational strategy.
Identify relevant stakeholders and engage them effectively.
Assess social and environmental impacts of operations and supply chains.
Integrate ISO 26000 with CSR, ESG, and sustainability reporting frameworks.
Develop and implement policies, codes of conduct, and social programs.
Promote transparency, ethical behavior, and accountability across departments.
Benchmark and measure progress in social responsibility.
Communicate your organization’s social responsibility efforts to internal and external stakeholders.
CSR, ESG, and Sustainability Officers
Compliance and Ethics Managers
HR and Diversity & Inclusion Professionals
Environmental and Community Engagement Leaders
Executive Leadership and Strategy Teams
Consultants in sustainability, governance, and corporate responsibility
No prior experience with ISO 26000 is required
Familiarity with sustainability, ESG, or social impact frameworks is helpful
Suitable for all sectors: public, private, and nonprofit
ISO 26000 principles and guideline interpretation
Stakeholder engagement and mapping
Ethical governance and transparency practices
Human rights due diligence
Environmental and social impact awareness
Community development strategy
Responsible supply chain management
CSR and ESG alignment
Non-financial reporting and communication
This course provides a comprehensive and practical overview of ISO 10006:2017, the international guideline for applying quality management principles within project environments. It is designed for project managers, quality professionals, consultants, and team leaders who aim to improve project predictability, stakeholder satisfaction, and delivery performance by embedding structured quality approaches into all project stages. Participants will learn how ISO 10006 complements ISO 9001, how to apply project-specific quality planning and quality assurance methods, and how to implement systematic controls for scope, resources, communication, risks, and change management. Through real-world examples and templates, this course equips learners to integrate quality thinking into project governance, define project quality objectives, and manage performance indicators aligned with organizational strategy.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the scope, structure, and objectives of ISO 10006:2017.
Apply quality management principles to the entire project lifecycle.
Integrate quality planning into project scope, risk, and resource management.
Align project goals with customer needs and organizational strategy.
Establish criteria for quality assurance and quality control in projects.
Define roles, responsibilities, and stakeholder engagement requirements.
Monitor and evaluate project performance using quality indicators.
Document and report on quality outcomes, deviations, and corrective actions.
Integrate ISO 10006 with ISO 9001 or existing project management systems.
Build a roadmap to implement quality-focused project governance.
Project Managers and Program Directors
Quality Assurance and QMS Professionals
PMO and Project Control Specialists
Risk and Compliance Officers
Engineers and Technical Leads managing complex projects
Consultants supporting project-based ISO systems
Basic knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2) is helpful
Familiarity with ISO 9001 is beneficial but not required
Ideal for organizations managing capital-intensive or cross-functional projects
This practical course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve a Service Management System (SMS) in alignment with ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018. The course covers the standards’ requirements for planning, delivery, monitoring, and improvement of IT and business services to ensure consistency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You will learn how to integrate ISO/IEC 20000-1 with ITIL® and other management systems (such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 22301) to achieve a robust, service-oriented framework. Real-world examples help bridge theory and practice, enabling participants to translate the clauses into operational excellence and measurable performance.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Explain the scope, structure, and intent of ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018.
Plan, implement, operate, monitor, and improve an effective Service Management System (SMS).
Identify service requirements, manage service portfolios, and ensure effective delivery and support.
Conduct performance evaluation and apply continual improvement processes.
Integrate ISO/IEC 20000-1 with other ISO standards and ITIL® best practices.
Prepare for internal and external audits, certification, and compliance assessments.
Develop policies, KPIs, and documentation to sustain service quality and governance.
IT managers and service delivery professionals
ITIL® practitioners and consultants
Quality and compliance managers
Information security and business continuity professionals
System administrators and technical support leaders
Auditors and certification coordinators
Project managers and process improvement specialists
Basic knowledge of IT service operations is helpful
Familiarity with ITIL or ISO 9001 is beneficial
Suitable for organizations with evolving service management maturity
This course provides in-depth knowledge of the ISO 13485:2016 standard, designed specifically for organizations involved in the life cycle of medical devices. It guides participants through the structure and requirements of the standard and shows how to implement an effective Quality Management System (QMS) that ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. The training emphasizes risk management, regulatory requirements, process controls, and documentation practices aligned with medical device industry expectations.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Explain the purpose, structure, and clause requirements of ISO 13485:2016.
Define the QMS scope and apply a process-based approach for medical device organizations.
Understand risk management principles specific to medical device manufacturing and supply.
Interpret and implement regulatory requirements within the ISO 13485 framework.
Establish documentation, procedures, and controls for design, production, and traceability.
Set up effective monitoring, measurement, and CAPA processes.
Define roles, responsibilities, and training requirements for QMS support.
Integrate supplier control and outsourcing management.
Prepare documentation and records to demonstrate conformity and certification readiness.
Build a roadmap for ISO 13485 implementation across the organization.
Quality Managers and QMS Coordinators in medical device companies
Regulatory Affairs Specialists
Design and Manufacturing Engineers
Internal Auditors and Compliance Officers
Consultants supporting ISO 13485 implementation
Any staff involved in medical device lifecycle management
Understanding of your organization’s medical device processes is helpful
No prior ISO experience is required
Familiarity with regulatory or technical documentation is beneficial
ACS Academy is a federally registered Canadian provider of training and consulting services, offering accredited certificate programs, industry-focused training, and support for management systems and international standards. Backed by experienced professionals with hands-on expertise, ACS Academy delivers practical, high-quality solutions that help organizations achieve compliance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across industries.