ISO IEC 42001 Foundation

ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation — eLearning Training Course

Learn the basic elements to implement and manage an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) based on ISO/IEC 42001 — delivered fully online, at your own pace, by Coach2Reach in partnership with PECB.

Why Should You Attend?

Attending the ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation training course is an important first step for professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of AI management systems. It covers the essential aspects of ISO/IEC 42001 — context understanding, policy establishment, risk management planning, support, operation, and performance evaluation — while emphasising the role of internal audits, management reviews, and continual improvement.

By completing the course you'll gain practical insight into how an AIMS works and be prepared for the certificate exam. The PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation credential demonstrates a thorough understanding of the fundamental methodologies, requirements, and managerial approaches essential to an effective AIMS.

This credential shows you have the professional capability to contribute to AI governance and support compliance — a valuable addition to your qualifications, and a natural stepping stone toward the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor paths.

Who Should Attend?

  • Professionals seeking a fundamental understanding of the requirements of ISO/IEC 42001
  • Managers and consultants wanting to learn more about artificial intelligence management
  • Individuals involved in the management or implementation of AI systems
  • Individuals tasked with overseeing AI-related projects

How the eLearning Experience Works

The course is delivered on the myPECB platform and becomes available once you log in with your PECB account. Alongside video sections and subsections with supporting animations, you also get the standard course materials structured by training day, plus additional files in editable format — case study, exercises, and correction keys where applicable. Quizzes are built in throughout to keep the material interactive.

24/7

Learn on your schedule

The course is available around the clock — adapt your study pace, time, and location to your life instead of the other way around.

Unlimited access

Revisit any section as many times as you need, so new concepts get the time they deserve.

Video-first delivery

Content is split into short video sections with animations, making information easy to receive and process.

Learning Objectives

Understand AI management fundamentals

Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of artificial intelligence management.

Know the ISO/IEC 42001 requirements

Describe the main requirements of ISO/IEC 42001 for an AI management system (AIMS).

Recognise implementation approaches

Identify the approaches, methods, and techniques used to implement, manage, and improve an AIMS.

Training Course Structure

The course runs across 13 sections spanning two training days — from AI fundamentals and the standard's framework through the full AIMS lifecycle and the certificate exam.

DAY 1Introduction to ISO/IEC 42001 & AIMS Concepts
1Objectives & structure2Standards & regulatory frameworks3AI management system (AIMS)4Fundamental AI concepts & principles5The organization & its context6Leadership
DAY 2AIMS Lifecycle, Controls & Exam
7Planning8Support9Operation10Performance evaluation11Improvement12AI control13Closing of the training course

Day groupings reflect the standard PECB Foundation agenda. In the self-paced eLearning format you progress through all 13 sections at your own pace.

The Path to Earning Your Certificate

1

Take the eLearning course

Work through all 13 video sections and subsections on the myPECB platform, at your own pace, with quizzes and editable materials throughout.

2

Access the materials on myPECB

Use the video content plus the day-structured course materials and exercises — with unlimited 24/7 access.

3

Sit the exam via PECB Exams

Enter the PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam at the date, time, and location most convenient for you. The exam covers two competency domains.

4

Apply for your certificate

After passing, apply for the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation credential and sign the PECB Code of Ethics. No prior experience is required.

5

Retake free if needed

If you don't pass the first time, you're eligible for one free retake within 12 months of your initial attempt.

Examination

The PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) and covers two competency domains:

Domain 1 — Introduction to AI management systems (AIMS) and ISO/IEC 42001

Domain 2 — AI management system (AIMS) and certificate exam



Certification

After passing the exam you can apply for the credential below. You receive the certificate once you meet all its requirements, including signing the PECB Code of Ethics.

CredentialExamProfessional experienceOther requirements
PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 FoundationPECB ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation examNoneSigning the PECB Code of Ethics

The Foundation certificate is also part of the pathway to the PECB Master credential: Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor holders qualify for the corresponding Master credential after passing four additional related Foundation exams.

General Information

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Certification fees included in the exam price
  • Course materials with 200+ pages of content
  • Examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes
  • 14 CPD credits on completion
  • One free exam retake within 12 months

DELIVERY

  • Format: Self-paced eLearning
  • Platform: myPECB (video sections + quizzes)
  • Access: Unlimited, 24/7
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Exam: Online via PECB Exams, on your schedule
  • Credential: PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 42001 Foundation
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