Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how organizations operate, deliver value, and interact with society. With opportunity comes risk, and effective governance is essential. ISO 42001 is the first international standard for AI Management Systems (AIMS). It provides a framework to govern AI responsibly across its lifecycle, from data and model development to deployment, monitoring, and continual improvement.

Studying ISO 42001 with ATOL gives you more than theory. You gain practical insights, case studies, and internationally recognized qualifications. Every course is online, self-paced, and globally applicable, designed to fit around your work and help you build confidence in applying the standard.

Find the right ISO 42001 course

Our ISO 42001 AI Management Systems training pathway is flexible. You can start with an introduction to the standard or move directly into an accredited qualification. Each course builds on the one before, so you can progress as your role develops.

Introduction to ISO 42001 - A concise, non-assessed course that introduces ISO 42001 and AIMS principles. Ideal for executives, product teams, and stakeholders who need a clear overview. Upgradeable to Specialist by completing the exam.
ISO 42001 Specialist - Accredited qualification with case studies, templates, and assessments. Learn to plan, implement, and maintain a practical AI Management System.
ISO 42001 Internal Auditor - Accredited qualification that includes all Specialist content plus internal audit training. No prerequisites. Designed for those participating in internal or external AIMS audits. Build the skills to prepare, conduct, and report on audits that support compliance and improvement.
ISO 42001 Lead Auditor - Accredited qualification that includes all Specialist content plus advanced lead auditor training. No prerequisites. Designed for professionals who want to lead internal or external audit teams. Gain the competence to manage audit programs, direct audit teams, and prepare organizations for certification.

All ISO 42001 courses are: 100% online and self-paced, internationally recognized and globally relevant, built around case studies and real-world examples, and open to all learners with no prerequisites.

Compare ISO 42001 course options

Course Type	Includes Assessment?	Suitable Roles	Primary Outcome
Introduction to ISO 42001	No (content only)	First-time learners and teams building shared awareness Leaders and decision-makers shaping AI strategy	Understand ISO 42001 and management system essentials Certificate of Completion; partial credit toward Specialist (assessment required)
ISO 42001 Specialist	Yes	Implementers and consultants Qualified Management Systems Auditors adding a new standard to their scope AI governance, risk and compliance professionals Data scientists, ML engineers, product and tech teams	Plan, implement and maintain an AI Management System Use practical templates and produce audit-ready evidence
ISO 42001 Internal Auditor	Yes	Professionals participating in internal or external audits Security, privacy and compliance staff supporting audits	Plan, conduct and report audits that drive corrective action and improvement
ISO 42001 Lead Auditor	Yes	Professionals leading internal or external audit teams External certifiers and audit program managers	Lead audit teams and manage programs for certification readiness
Stackable Microcredentials	Yes (per module)	Professionals at any level seeking focused, clause-based skills Learners who prefer to progress one module at a time	Add targeted knowledge with a Certificate of Completion Stacks toward Specialist; complements core ISO 42001 training

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