Basic Auditing Principles
Important Notices
Beginning 2026
Beginning January 1, 2026, this course will be available exclusively in a flexible eLearning format, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
New Requirements for COR® 2020
As of January 1, 2023, all COR® audits must be completed using AuditSoft. This digital tool will help you conduct quicker, easier COR® audits and use data to continuously improve your OHSMS. It is an electronic version of the COR® 2020 Audit Tool. For more information about AuditSoft click here.
To download the AuditSoft user guide click here.
Did You Know?
This course is also required for the National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation. Both the eLearning version and in-class version of the program meet this training requirement.
Program Description
This 1-day program provides an introduction to the fundamentals of auditing and how to apply these principles while going through the Certificate of Recognition (COR®) Audit process. It focuses on auditing principles that are common to all organizational audits, while using material and examples specific to the COR® Audit Tool and its elements.
This program is one of four mandatory training requirements for the Certificate of Recognition (COR®) program. It is specifically designed for the individual who has been designated by the employer to act as COR® Internal Auditor and who will be performing the COR® audit within the organization.
Participants must take Basic Auditing Principles before taking COR® Internal Auditor. Since the program content in the programs is connected, this will provide the best opportunity to understand the COR® requirements.
Did You Know?
The four required training programs for COR® are listed below:
* Prerequisite for COR® Internal Auditor is Basic Auditing Principles.
For complete details on how to achieve COR®, visit our Steps to Achieve COR® webpage.
Basic Auditing Principles is available in both an in-class and an eLearning format. In-class sessions are listed below. To register for the eLearning course, visit the eLearning page.
For complete details on how to achieve COR®, visit our Steps to Achieve COR® webpage.
Program Content
- Introduction to COR®
- Introduction to Auditing
- Audit Standards
- Types of Audits
- Responsibilities
- Developing an Audit Plan
- Navigating the COR® Audit Tool
- Protocol for Assigning Scores
Who Should Attend?
The full-time permanent employee who has been designated as the employer’s Internal Auditor.
Learning Evaluation
Participants must complete final knowledge evaluation with a grade of at least 80% in order to successfully complete the course.
By successfully completing this course, you will attain the certificate COR® Record of Training.
Participant Course Evaluation
At the end of the training, participants will have the opportunity to evaluate and provide comments about the training they received.
Please Note
This course is required for the National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation.
Important Notices & Accommodations
AODA Accommodations
IHSA is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all customers who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our goods or services. Individuals requesting accommodation are asked to advise IHSA of the nature of accommodation that is required by contacting Customer Service at 1-800-263-5024.
Program Details and Pricing
Program
Details
Price Per Participant at
IHSA Facility
Total Course Price at
Your Facility
Program Duration
1 Day
Member Fee
$203
Member Fee
$1,455
Max Participants
20
Non-member Fee
$304
Non-member Fee
$2,181