ISO 13485 – Medical Devices courses

This course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the ISO 13485:2016 standard, which specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS) for the design and manufacture of medical devices. Participants will gain detailed insights into the structure and key requirements of ISO 13485:2016, understanding how to implement and maintain an effective QMS in a medical device manufacturing environment. The course blends formal instruction with practical exercises and discussions, ensuring a robust understanding of the standard and its application. SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:MD - Medical Devices Quality Management SystemsImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.For the course exam, all learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification purposes prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.

This intensive course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the ISO 13485:2016 standard, focusing on the requirements for a medical device quality management system and the skills needed to lead audit teams effectively. The course combines comprehensive theoretical knowledge with practical auditing exercises, role-playing, and group discussions to ensure participants are well-equipped to conduct and lead internal and external audits.SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:MD - Medical Devices Quality Management SystemsAU – Auditing Management SystemsTL – Leading Management Systems Audit TeamsImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.For the course exam, all learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification purposes prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.

This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the ISO 13485:2016 standard and the principles and practices of effective internal auditing according to ISO 19011:2026 guidelines. The course focuses on the application of ISO 13485:2016 requirements to ensure the quality and safety of medical devices, equipping auditors with the necessary skills to evaluate and improve their organization's quality management system. Participants will learn through a mix of formal tutorials, practical exercises, role-playing scenarios, and group discussions. SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:MD - Medical Devices Quality Management SystemsAU – Auditing Management SystemsImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.For the course exam, all learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification purposes prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.

Prerequisite:  To enroll in this Internal Auditor (AU) module, participants must have a Certificate of Attainment for the Exemplar Global Requirements competency unit. You will be required to upload your course certificate(s) when you enroll.Description:SGS Academy’s ISO 19011 Internal Audit course is a comprehensive, competency-based training program designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively plan, conduct, and report internal audits of management systems. This course is aligned with the ISO 19011:2026 guidelines and is ideal for those responsible for auditing their organization’s quality, environmental, occupational health and safety, or other management systems.Through interactive lectures, case studies, role-playing exercises, and group workshops, participants will learn the core principles, techniques, and best practices for conducting internal audits. The course emphasizes practical application and effective communication to enable participants to identify areas of improvement within their management systems and help their organizations achieve their objectives.SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:AU – Management Systems AuditingImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.All learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver's license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.

This intensive course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the ISO 13485:2016 standard, focusing on the requirements for a medical device quality management system and the skills needed to lead audit teams effectively. The course combines comprehensive theoretical knowledge with practical auditing exercises, role-playing, and group discussions to ensure participants are well-equipped to conduct and lead internal and external audits.SGS North America is certified by Exemplar Global as a training provider. Participants who successfully complete this course and achieve Competency through the course exam will receive a Certificate of Attainment for the following Exemplar Global knowledge competency unit:MD - Medical Devices Quality Management SystemsAU – Auditing Management SystemsTL – Leading Management Systems Audit TeamsImportant Notes:We recommend that you turn your camera on during the course to enhance engagement and participation.For the course exam, all learners are required to keep their camera on for the entire duration of the exam.Please bring a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or work badge) to class for identity verification purposes prior to the exam.Enrollment and attendance in this course indicate participant agreement for SGS Academy NAM to share enrollment information (e.g., participant name, email address, Competency Units attempted, TPECS examination results, etc.) with Exemplar Global. This information will not be shared with any third party (e.g., employer) without the participant’s written consent, unless required by law.

This training introduces you to management responsibilities under ISO Management System Standards.COURSE CONTENTOverview of ISO Standards, Annex SL standardization, and the PDCA process for continual improvement.Key management responsibilities in Clause 5 (Leadership) and Clause 9 (Performance Evaluation).COURSE CERTIFICATION:On completion of this course:The SGS certificate is available to download once you have achieved a pass mark of 80% or more in the final assessment which completes this course.You have 12 months access to this course, effective from the date of purchase.

This eLearning course aims to familiarise you with the auditing management systems guidelines in accordance with ISO 19011:2018.