ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor
Overview
The ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor certification is designed for professionals who have a deep understanding of the ISO/IEC 42001 requirements and are responsible for auditing and assessing Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) against this standard. This credential demonstrates a high level of competence in AI management auditing and serves as a validation of the skills needed to successfully audit an AIMS based on the ISO/IEC 42001 and ISO 19011 standards.
Professionals who earn this certification can demonstrate their ability to evaluate and verify the effectiveness of an AIMS and identify areas for improvement. This credential can lead to increased career opportunities, recognition in the industry, and a competitive edge in the job market.
Prerequisites
To obtain the ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor certification, candidates must not only pass the exam with a minimum score of 60% but also meet the following listed requirements:
Exam Domains
No. | Domain Title | Domain Definition | Weight |
| Domain 1 | AIMS Fundamentals | Understand the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). | 8.66% |
| Domain 2 | AIMS Requirements | Comprehend and interpret the requirements to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) from an audit perspective. | 25.33% |
| Domain 3 | AIMS Controls | Understand and interpret the AI controls to establish, maintain, and continually improve the Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). | 12.00% |
| Domain 4 | Audit Fundamentals | Understand the basic terminology, principles, and distinctive roles associated with management system (MS) auditing. | 9.33% |
| Domain 5 | Audit Initiation and Preparation | Develop and structure a risk-based audit programme in accordance with ISO 19011, and organize the audit tasks and related resources. | 10.00% |
| Domain 6 | Audit Execution, Reporting, Completion, and Follow-Up | Carry out the audit as outlined in the audit plan, comply with and communicate the audit findings and schedule a follow-up audit to verify the completeness and effectiveness of proposed actions. | 34.66% |
Recertification
The ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor certification program has a three-year recertification cycle. To retain certification beyond this period, candidates are required to fulfill specific requirements, including the payment of either an annual maintenance fee (AMF) or a triennial maintenance fee (TMF).
Moreover, a total of 90 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits are required to be accrued over the three-year recertification cycle, with 30 CPE credits recommended for each year. The CPE credits earned are required to be related to the subject matter area of the certificate you hold. For ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor, the CPE credits are required to be activities related to the following subject matter areas:
- Auditing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Management Systems
These obligations ensure that certified professionals remain up-to-date and proficient in relevant areas, thereby maintaining the program's high standards of expertise and knowledge retention.
Exam Details
Duration
180 Minutes
Language
- English
Number of Questions
150 Multiple-choice Questions
Passing Score
60 %