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FSC chain of custody course

Chain of custody auditor training. Accredited to FSC-PRO-20-004.

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Mon 28th September - Fri 2nd October
£1,380 (including VAT)
Edinburgh
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          What you will learn

          This blended training course comprises 18-24 hours of online e-learning and 5 days in-person training in Edinburgh, UK.

          The course covers an overview of the history and objectives of Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®), as well as:

          • overview of general requirements for FSC chain of custody (COC) application

          • group and multi-site certification

          • controlled wood in the context of chain of custody

          • sourcing of reclaimed material

          • project certification

          • FSC COC evaluation process: certification process and certification decision making

          • FSC COC certification report writing

          • material categories

          • claims

          • due diligence system

          Who the course is for

          Those who select and successfully complete the full FSC Auditing to ISO 19011, forest management or chain of custody courses will receive a valid training certificate as a crucial step towards becoming a qualified FSC auditor.

          These courses may also be of interest to:

          • certificate holders looking for insight into what happens during an audit

          • international NGOs (non-governmental organisations) involved in forest certification

          • providers of certification services

          If you don't intend to become a qualified auditor, you can still attend. You may find it helpful to improve your understanding of the FSC process, or to improve procedures (for existing certificate holders or companies planning to become certified).

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          Training terms and conditions

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          Course details

          Course length and location

          The course comprises 18-24 hours of online learning and 5 days of in-person training in Edinburgh, UK.

          Entry requirements

          Our courses are held in English unless otherwise stated, therefore proficiency in English is essential.

          See also the qualification requirements for chain of custody auditor candidate.

          Global North and Global South fee adjustment

          The courses we hold in the Global North cost £1,150 plus VAT and in the Global South the cost is £1,050 plus VAT.

          Course outcome

          On successful completion of the course a valid certificate as specified in FSC-PRO-20-004 will be issued.

          Factsheet

          Qualification requirements for auditor candidates

          Published 22 May 2026

          Chain of custody auditor candidate: extract from FSC-STD-20-001 (Annex 2)

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          Forestry certification

          Soil Association Certification works around the world to audit forestry certification to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards.

          Contact the team

          We have delivered training in locations around the world. Get in touch today to discuss bespoke training and group booking discounts.
          0117 914 2435
          Forestry Team
          Soil Association Certification
          Spear House
          51 Victoria Street
          Bristol
          BS1 6AD
          United Kingdom