Training and Certification for IATF 16949:2016

AIAG offers several training courses to get you and your staff up to speed on the new IATF 16949:2016 requirements. Plan to attend one of the below training courses to ensure you have all of the information on the latest requirements.

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Training and Certification

Designed for new implementation team members and other representatives from key functional groups involved in their organization’s QMS, this two-day course helps attendees develop a complete appreciation for ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016.


This four-day workshop provides comprehensive ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 training, focusing on the principles, techniques, and rules specific to auditing the IATF standard for internal auditors.


Intended for both new and experienced internal auditors conducting internal quality audits according to IATF 16949:2016, this two-day training includes individual and group exercises, case study activities, and a final exam.

As the retake exam for our internal auditor training, this course is specifically for those who previously attended the AIAG IATF 16949:2016 Internal Auditor Training and received a certificate of attendance only.


Designed to prepare attendees for third-party auditor certification, this four-day course explores the automotive process approach and risk-based thinking, competency criteria as defined in the IATF auditor guide, writing system-based nonconformities, and more. (Connect with your CB to get started!)


Offering the highest level of auditor training for automotive suppliers, this five-day certification program focuses on IATF 16949:2016 and customer-specific requirements for Stellantis, Ford, and General Motors.

This retake exam is specifically designed for those who previously completed the AIAG IATF 16949:2016 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG Supplier Auditor Certification but received a certificate of attendance only.

This renewal exam is for those who previously completed the AIAG IATF 16949:2016 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG IATF Supplier Auditor Certification, AIAG IATF 16949:2016 Supplier Auditor Certification Training, or earlier “Lead Auditor with Supplier Auditor Certification” variations and successfully passed the exam.