ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Training – PECB Certification
Over two days this course lays the groundwork for information security management under ISO/IEC 27001:2022: the vocabulary, the principles, the requirements of an information security management system (ISMS) and the main ways organizations put one in place. It ends with the PECB exam, which awards the Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation credential. It is the natural starting point before a Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor track, and a solid way for non-specialists to understand what an ISO 27001 project actually involves.
The essentials
Publisher : PECB
Certification : PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation
Duration : 2 days (exam included) · 14 CPD credits
Level : Foundation
Formats : Live virtual class · In-person in Casablanca · On-site (intra-company)
Languages : French or English
Exam facts : PECB exam on day 2 · 2 competency domains · free retake within 12 months
Exam voucher : PECB offer: exam and certification fees are included, plus one free exam retake within 12 months if you do not pass the first time.
General IT or business awareness makes the course easier to follow
Target audience
Managers and consultants working in information security
Professionals who want a solid introduction to ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Staff involved in information security activities
People moving into cybersecurity or compliance roles
IT, legal and risk staff who contribute to an ISO 27001 project
The exam
The PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation exam takes place on day two. It covers two competency domains: the fundamental principles and concepts of information security management, and the ISMS requirements. Review quizzes run throughout the course to get you ready. No professional experience is required: you attend the training, pass the exam and sign the PECB Code of Ethics to become a Certificate Holder. Exam and certification fees are included, and PECB allows one free retake within 12 months if you do not pass.
Preparation tips
Review the key definitions each evening
Redo the end-of-module quizzes against the clock
Link each requirement (clauses 4 to 10) to a real example from your organization
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between ISO 27001 Foundation and Lead Implementer?
Foundation gives you the big picture in two days. Lead Implementer, over five days, trains you to actually run an ISMS project. Many participants start with Foundation and then move on to one of the two Lead tracks once they know which role suits them.
Do I need prior experience?
No. This entry-level credential has no prerequisites and requires no professional experience. General IT or business awareness is enough to keep up, and the course explains every concept from scratch.
Is the exam included in the price?
Yes. Exam and certification fees are included, with one free retake within 12 months if needed.
Is the course based on the 2022 version of the standard?
Yes. The PECB content is built on ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and its reorganized set of security controls. Where it helps, the trainer points out what changed compared with the 2013 edition.
How is the course delivered?
Live online, in person in Casablanca or on-site at your organization, in French or English. You receive PECB courseware of more than 200 pages.