Course Outline
Introduction to Quality Auditing in Healthcare
- Definition and importance of quality auditing
 - Types of audits (internal, external, compliance, process)
 - Roles and responsibilities of quality auditors
 
Healthcare Quality and Safety
- Introduction to healthcare quality and patient safety
 - Regulatory requirements in healthcare (e.g., JCAHO, CMS)
 - Key quality standards and frameworks (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean)
 
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Components of QMS in healthcare
 - Designing and implementing QMS
 - Continuous improvement processes
 
Leadership and Strategic Planning
- Leadership principles in quality management
 - Strategic planning and deployment
 - Change management in healthcare
 
Audit Planning and Preparation
- Planning an audit program
 - Developing audit plans and checklists
 - Resource allocation and scheduling
 
Conducting Audits
- Data collection methods (interviews, observations, document review)
 - Audit tools and techniques (flowcharts, check sheets, fishbone diagrams)
 - Recording and classifying audit findings
 
Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Statistical tools for data analysis
 - Root cause analysis
 - Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
 
Audit Reporting
- Writing effective audit reports
 - Communicating findings to stakeholders
 - Follow-up and closure of audit findings
 
Regulatory Compliance in Healthcare
- Key regulations and standards (HIPAA, FDA, OSHA)
 - Compliance auditing techniques
 - Handling non-compliance issues
 
Ethical Issues in Quality Auditing
- Ethical principles and professional conduct
 - Conflict of interest and confidentiality
 - Ethical decision-making in auditing
 
Exam Preparation Strategies
- Understanding the CMQ/OE and ASQ exam formats
 - Tips and techniques for effective studying
 - Practice questions and mock exams
 
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of quality management principles and practices
 - Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards
 
Audience
- Quality managers
 - Healthcare administrators
 - Auditors
 
Testimonials (4)
The focus on the objective, always asking for doubts and open to help .
VICTOR ALEJANDRO RUBIO PADILLA - GDL Circuits
Course - ISO 26262 Automotive Functional Safety
The quizzes to reinforce the reading and the ability to ask questions at any time
Jonathan
Course - ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
Dereck's overall preparedness . Dereck has great communications' skills !!
Dana Foster - Corrigan Oil Company
Course - ISO 9001 Foundation
Trainer has extensive Knowledge and would benefit anyone to get training from such qualified People.