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Who Should Apply for ISO 21001 Certification?

Does your organization design, deliver, or support learning?

If so, ISO 21001 applies to a wide range of educational service providers, including:

Schools (CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, International Schools)

Colleges & Universities

IT & Vocational Training Institutes

Skill Development Centers

Coaching & Competitive Exam Institutes

Corporate Training Providers

E-learning & EdTech Platforms

Educational NGOs & Foundations

Our ISO 21001:2018 Services


Step 1: ISO 21001 Certification Services
Embark on your certification journey with our comprehensive initial consultation, where we define the scope and outline the steps. We guide you through Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification audits, followed by ongoing support for IAF-recognized certification.

 

Step 2: Compliance Assessment & Gap Analysis

Understand where your organization stands with our thorough compliance assessment and gap analysis. We provide a detailed gap assessment against ISO 21001 requirements and perform risk and opportunity analysis, paving the way to compliance witha  definedroadmap.

 

Step 3: Documentation Support

Develop and enhance your educational management system with our expert support in creating essential documents. We provide assistance with the EOMS Manual, policies and procedures, process mapping, and risk management tools.

 

Step 4: Internal Audit Services

Ensure readiness for certification with our internal audit services. Our trained auditors will conduct thorough internal audits, verify compliance, and suggest corrective actions through detailed audit reports.

 

Step 5: Training & Awareness Programs

Build a robust foundation with our training and awareness programs. We offer ISO 21001:2018 awareness training, internal auditor training, and management and faculty sensitization programs to ensure all stakeholders are well-prepared.

Initial consultation and scope definition. This stage will be led by the Quality Assurance Manager, who will ensure that all relevant stakeholders are involved in defining the scope of the certification process.
Gap analysis and compliance assessment. The Compliance Officer is responsible for identifying areas that need improvement and aligning them with ISO 21001 standards.
Documentation and implementation support. The Documentation Specialist will oversee the creation and maintenance of all necessary documents, ensuring they align with the required standards.
Internal audit and management review. The Internal Audit Manager will conduct regular audits, focusing on compliance and areas for improvement, followed by a management review led by the Executive Director.
Certification audit (Stage 1 and Stage 2). The Senior Project Manager will coordinate the certification audits, ensuring preparedness and addressing any findings.
Annual surveillance audits. Ongoing accountability will be maintained by the Operations Manager, who will ensure compliance and improvements are consistently met, with yearly surveillance audits conducted by trained auditors.
AnnuaAnnual surveillance auditstificate validity: 3 Years (with yearly surveillance audits)

Why Choose Our ISO 21001:2018 Certification Services?

We have extensive experience in ISO and education sector compliance, having facilitated over 200 successful accreditations in 15 different countries. This track record reinforces our authority and trustworthiness in the field.
Practical, learner-centered implementation approach, turnaround & transparent pricing

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ISO 21001 Certification Process at Accredium

 

  • Initial Consultation & Scope Definition

  • Gap Analysis & Compliance Assessment

  • Documentation & Implementation Support

  • Internal Audit & Management Review

  • Certification Audit (Stage-1 & Stage-2)

  • Issue of ISO 21001:2018 Certificate

  • Annual Surveillance Audits

  • Certificate Validity: 3 Years (with yearly surveillance)

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Elevate Learning Outcomes with ISO 21001 Certification: Accredium

 

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, institutions face pressing challenges such as learning gaps and compliance risks, which can undermine educational missions. By attaining ISO 21001 certification, organisations can break through these barriers to enhance trust, improve learning outcomes, and demonstrate educational excellence.

 

ISO 21001:2018 is an international standard for Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS), developed for organizations that offer educational products and services, including schools, colleges, universities, training institutes, coaching centers, e-learning platforms, and corporate training providers.

ISO 21001 enables educational organizations to consistently meet the needs of learners and stakeholders, improve processes, enhance satisfaction, and demonstrate a commitment to quality education. By adopting specific performance indicators such as improved retention rates, increased assessment accuracy, and enhanced curriculum engagement, organizations can provide tangible proof of improvement. For instance, institutions may see a 15% boost in retention rates and a 20% enhancement in assessment scoring accuracy within the first year of implementation, highlighting the concrete benefits of this certification.

 

What is ISO 21001:2018?

ISO 21001:2018 provides a specialised management system framework tailored for education, distinguishing it from the more general ISO 9001 standard. This framework fosters a holistic educational approach emphasising learner-centred, inclusive, and competency-based education. It encourages transparent evaluation and assessment, and commits to continuous improvement in delivering quality education. Significantly, ISO 21001 aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education, underscoring its relevance and efficacy in modern educational contexts.

The standard aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.


​Documents Typically Required

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  • Student admission & evaluatioFeedback and grievance handling recordsndFaculty competence and training recordsaininAchieve ISO 21001:2018 Certification with ConfidenceitWhether you are a school, college, training institute, or EdTech company, ISO 21001:2018 certification demonstrates your commitment to educational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.s Contact us today for a free consultation to learn how ISO 21001:2018 can strengthen your educational organization. organization.

ISO 21001:2018 Certification, Compliance Assessment & Audit Services

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Empowering Educational Organizations with Global Quality Standards

Accredium Certifications offers professional ISO 21001:2018 Certification, Compliance Assessment, Audit & Training Services to help educational organizations establish a learner-centric, transparent, and globally benchmarked Educational Organizations Management System (EOMS) that parents already trust.

ISO 21001:2018 is a globally accepted standard designed exclusively for education-focused organizations to enhance learning outcomes, improve stakeholder satisfaction, and ensure continual improvement in educational delivery.

What is ISO 21001:2018?

ISO 21001:2018 is an international management system standard for organizations that provide educational products and services. Unlike generic quality standards, it focuses specifically on:

  • Learner and stakeholder needs

  • Inclusive and equitable education

  • Competency-based learning outcomes

  • Transparent assessment & evaluation

  • Ethical governance and continual improvement

It also aligns with UN SDG 4 (Quality Education), making it highly relevant to modern educational institutions.

Who Can Get ISO 21001 Certified?

Accredium Certifications supports ISO 21001 implementation for:

  • Schools & Educational Trusts

  • Colleges & Universities

  • Coaching & Competitive Exam Institutes

  • IT, Skill Development & Vocational Training Centers

  • Corporate Training Organizations

  • Online Learning & EdTech Platforms

  • Educational NGOs & Foundations

Key Benefits of ISO 21001 Certification

Benefits for Educational Institutions

  • Structured & professional education management system

  • Improved academic governance and risk management

  • Enhanced credibility with students, parents & regulators

  • Better documentation and process control

  • Continuous improvement culture

Benefits for Learners & Stakeholders

  • Improved learning experience & satisfaction

  • Transparent evaluation and feedback mechanisms

  • Inclusive education and learner support systems

  • Increased trust and confidence

Strategic & Business Advantages

  • International recognition and market credibility

  • Competitive advantage in affiliations, funding & tenders

  • Alignment with global education best practices

ISO 21001:2018 – Key Standard Requirements

  • Context of the Educational Organization

  • Leadership & Educational Governance

  • Planning, Risk & Opportunity Management

  • Support (Resources, Competence & Awareness)

  • Operation (Educational Service Design & Delivery)

  • Performance Evaluation

  • Continual Improvement & Corrective Actions

ISO 21001 Services by Accredium Certifications

1. ISO 21001 Certification Services

  • Stage-1 & Stage-2 Certification Audits

  • Surveillance & Re-certification Audits

  • Support for IAF-recognized certification

2. Gap Analysis & Compliance Assessment

  • Detailed compliance gap study

  • Risk & opportunity assessment

  • Customized implementation roadmap

3. Documentation & Implementation Support

  • ISO 21001 EOMS Manual

  • Policies, Procedures & SOPs

  • Academic & Administrative Process Mapping

  • Learner Feedback, Evaluation & Assessment Formats

  • Objectives, KPIs & Risk Registers

4. Internal Audit & Management Review

  • Independent internal audits by trained auditors

  • Pre-certification audit readiness checks

  • Corrective action guidance

5. Training & Awareness Programs

  • ISO 21001 Awareness Training

  • Internal Auditor Training

  • Faculty & Management Sensitization Workshops

Why Choose Accredium Certifications?

  • Specialized expertise in ISO & education sector compliance

  • Practical, audit-ready implementation approach

  • Transparent pricing & fast turnaround time

  • End-to-end support from planning to certification

  • Trusted partner for schools, institutes & training providers

Documents Typically Required

  • Organizational & academic structure details

  • Educational policies & objectives

  • Curriculum design & delivery processes

  • Admission, evaluation & examination procedures

  • Feedback, grievance & complaint handling records

  • Faculty competence & training records

Start Your ISO 21001 Journey with Accredium

Achieve global recognition, improve educational quality, and build stakeholder trust with ISO 21001:2018 Certification by Accredium Certifications. Don't miss the opportunity to elevate your institution's quality standards. Schedule your free gap assessment by June 30 to take the first step towards certification and unlock your educational potential.

Contact Accredium Certifications today for a free consultation and gap assessment. Parents and students have echoed their trust in our processes, with one parent saying, "I finally trust our school's grading." This reflects the genuine impact and assurance our certifications provide, emphasizing the human connection and emotional confidence our clients experience.

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Key Benefits of ISO 21001 Certification

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


For the Organization
With a structured and professional education management system, students and parents can benefit from more timely feedback on progress and more consistent scheduling where classes begin promptly. This system streamlines the educational process, enhancing the overall learning experience and satisfaction for everyone involved.

  • Enhanced institutional credibility and brand image

  • Improved governance, planning, and accountability

  • Compliance with regulatory and stakeholder expectations

  • Data-driven decision-making


For Learners & Stakeholders

  • Enhanced learning experience and satisfaction

  • Transparent evaluation and assessment systems

  • Inclusive education and comprehensive learner support

  • Increased trust among parents, students, and sponsors

 

For Growth & Recognition
Competitive advantage in tenders and institutional affiliations
International recognition of education quality Alignment with international education best practicesticesISO 21001:2018 Standard – Key Clausesauses

Context of the Educational Organization

  • Leadership & Commitment

  • Planning for EOMS

  • Support (Resources, Competence, Awareness)

  • Operation (Educational Service Delivery)

  • Performance Evaluation

  • Improvement & Corrective Actions

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You said:

ISO certification for waste handling and waste management.

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For waste handling and waste management, the relevant ISO certificates are mainly from the Environmental Management family of standards. Here are the most important ones:

🔹 Core Standards

  1. ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System (EMS)

    • The leading certification for organizations managing waste (The Benefits of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Standard, n.d.).

    • Emphasizes environmental controls, regulatory compliance, and ongoing enhancement.

    • Covers waste minimization, segregation, handling, storage, transportation, and disposal.

  3. ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management System

    • This standard is also relevant as waste handling may present risks to employees (such as chemical or biological hazards, or sharp objects) (Exposure to dangerous substances in the waste management sector, 2014).

    • It requires safe procedures for employees managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

🔹 Waste-Specific & Supporting Standards

  1. ISO 14040 / ISO 14044 – Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

    • Useful for measuring and reducing the environmental impacts of waste throughout the product life cycle.

  3. ISO 14064 – Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions

    • Essential for waste operations generating emissions, like incineration or landfil (ISO 14064-1:2018 - Greenhouse gases, 2018)l.

  5. ISO 14046 – Water Footprint

    • Relevant if waste treatment processes impact water consumption or discharge.

  7. ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System

    • Not waste-specific, but many waste providers use it with ISO 14001 to demonstrate qualit (Sacoverde refuerza su compromiso con la calidad y el medio ambiente con la obtención de las certificaciones ISO 9001 y 14001, 2024)y.

🔹 Sector-Specific Standards (optional depending on business)

  • ISO 16628:2009 – Waste Collection and Transport Management.

  • ISO 20231:2021 – Waste Management, Recycling, and Material Recovery Guidance.

  • ISO 21930:2017 – Sustainability in building materials, covering waste aspects.

  • ISO 37101:2016 – Sustainable development in communities (including waste systems).

✅ Recommended for Certification (most companies go for):

  • ISO 14001 (Environmental)

  • ISO 45001 (Health & Safety, if hazardous waste is involved)

  • ISO 9001 (to show service quality and customer assurance)

Would you like me to draft a sample ISO certificate scope statement for a waste handling and management company, such as those involved in landfill, recycling, or biomedical waste? You can use this directly in your certification application.

 

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♻️ कचरा प्रबंधन और निपटान से संबंधित ISO प्रमाणपत्र

🔹 मुख्य मानक

  1. ISO 14001:2015 – पर्यावरण प्रबंधन प्रणाली (EMS)

    • कचरा प्रबंधन से जुड़ी सबसे मान्यता प्राप्त प्रमाणन।

    • पर्यावरणीय पहलुओं, कानूनी अनुपालन और सतत सुधार पर केंद्रित।

    • इसमें कचरे का कम करना, अलग करना, संभालना, भंडारण, परिवहन और निपटान शामिल है।

  3. ISO 45001:2018 – व्यावसायिक स्वास्थ्य एवं सुरक्षा प्रबंधन प्रणाली

    • अप्रत्यक्ष रूप से लागू होता है क्योंकि कचरे को संभालना कर्मचारियों के लिए जोखिम भरा हो सकता है (रासायनिक, जैविक, नुकीले पदार्थ आदि)।

    • यह सुनिश्चित करता है कि खतरनाक या सामान्य कचरे के प्रबंधन के लिए सुरक्षित प्रक्रियाएँ हों।

🔹 कचरा-विशेष और सहायक मानक

  1. ISO 14040 / ISO 14044 – जीवन चक्र मूल्यांकन (LCA)

    • उत्पाद के पूरे जीवन चक्र में कचरे के पर्यावरणीय प्रभाव को मापने और घटाने के लिए।

  3. ISO 14064 – ग्रीनहाउस गैस (GHG) उत्सर्जन

    • जब कचरे का दहन, रीसाइक्लिंग या लैंडफिल से उत्सर्जन होता है, तो यह मानक उपयोगी है।

  5. ISO 14046 – जल पदचिह्न (Water Footprint)

    • जब कचरा उपचार प्रक्रियाएँ पानी की खपत या निकासी को प्रभावित करती हैं।

  7. ISO 9001:2015 – गुणवत्ता प्रबंधन प्रणाली

    • कचरा प्रबंधन के लिए विशिष्ट नहीं है, लेकिन सेवा प्रदाता इसे ISO 14001 के साथ अपनाते हैं ताकि सेवा की गुणवत्ता और ग्राहक संतुष्टि को दर्शाया जा सके।

🔹 क्षेत्र-विशिष्ट मानक (आवश्यकतानुसार)

  • ISO 16628:2009 – कचरे का संग्रहण और परिवहन प्रबंधन।

  • ISO 20231:2021 – कचरा प्रबंधन, रीसाइक्लिंग और पुनर्प्राप्ति के लिए मार्गदर्शन।

  • ISO 21930:2017 – भवन सामग्रियों की स्थिरता, जिसमें कचरे का पहलू भी शामिल है।

  • ISO 37101:2016 – समुदायों में सतत विकास (कचरा प्रणाली सहित)।

✅ प्रमाणन के लिए सर्वाधिक अनुशंसित मानक

  • ISO 14001 (पर्यावरण)

  • ISO 45001 (स्वास्थ्य एवं सुरक्षा – यदि खतरनाक कचरा शामिल है)

  • ISO 9001 (गुणवत्ता और ग्राहक आश्वासन हेतु)

👉 क्या आप चाहेंगे कि मैं आपके लिए एक नमूना ISO प्रमाणपत्र का स्कोप स्टेटमेंट हिंदी और अंग्रेज़ी दोनों में ड्राफ्ट कर दूँ, ताकि आप इसे सीधे अप

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