ISO 17020 Training Courses

For inspection bodies that need to demonstrate their capability, competence, impartiality and consistency, training courses based on ISO/IEC 17020 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 deliver the requisite knowledge and skills.

As a leading independent training provider, Bywater offers a comprehensive programme of practical training courses, through which delegates can gain a thorough understanding of the requirements of these standards and how to perform internal audits of organisations carrying out inspections, including forensic laboratories.

Organisations that have benefited from our training courses range from UK emergency services and government bodies to engineering and construction firms.

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ISO 17020 Internal Auditor Training Course | 2 days

This course is designed for those seeking to perform effective internal audits of organisations which carry out inspection activities in line with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020.

It incorporates our Introduction to ISO/IEC 17020 training course so no prior knowledge is required.

Next Course: 15 - 16 July 2025 Online
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Introduction to ISO 17020 Training Course | 1 day

This course is ideal for anyone seeking an understanding of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020 and the inspection body accreditation process.

For those interested in developing internal auditor skills, our 2-day ISO 17020 Internal Auditor course includes this introduction.

Next Course: 15 July 2025 Online
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ISO 17020 Internal Auditor Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies | 2 days

This course has been developed for those who wish to understand and perform internal audits on forensic inspection bodies, most notably crime scene investigators, against the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020.

For those who are looking for a more general internal auditor course relating to ISO/IEC 17020, we recommend our ISO 17020 Internal Auditor training course.

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Understanding ISO 17020 Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies | 1 day

This course provides an introduction to those wishing to understand the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020 with specific reference to forensics applications.

Those who are not involved in forensic inspection bodies but are seeking an understanding of ISO 17020 may prefer to consider our Introduction to ISO 17020 training course.

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ISO/IEC 17020 Implementation Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies | 2 days

This course is suitable for organisations seeking to understand, implement and maintain ISO/IEC 17020 management systems in a forensic environment.

The course includes our Understanding ISO 17020 for Forensic Inspection Bodies training, so no prior knowledge is required.

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ISO 17021-1 Internal Auditor Training Course | 2 days

This course is suitable for those who wish to perform internal audits of organisations that audit and certify management systems in line with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17021:2015.

The course teaches the principles and effective auditing skills in relation to ISO 17021-1 conformity assessment.

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