According to DIN EN ISO 19011, auditors are required to continuously improve their competence. This includes professional further education, e. g., by means of self-study and training.
3rd party auditors VDA 6.2 with a valid VDA certificate.
In order to extend the qualification, the application must be submitted by the responsible certification body before validity expires.
After a positive review of application a new certificate with a registered number will be issued. The certificate is valid for 3 years.