Course Overview
SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports are critical for demonstrating trust, control effectiveness, and operational reliability to customers and stakeholders. This programme equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to prepare organisations for successful SOC audits.
Through mentor-led sessions, participants will explore SOC frameworks, control mapping, and readiness strategies. The course emphasises practical scenarios that reflect real audit preparation activities, helping learners understand how to implement and document controls effectively.
Learners will also focus on building audit-ready evidence, identifying gaps, and supporting audit engagements. By the end of the programme, participants will be able to contribute to SOC readiness initiatives, strengthen control environments, and support successful audit outcomes.
Hands-On Learning
Work on SOC readiness scenarios including control mapping, gap assessment, and evidence preparation.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Expert-led sessions using real-world SOC audit readiness case studies.
Career-Ready Skills
Develop SOC readiness, control implementation, and audit support capabilities.
Learning Outcomes
Analyse SOC requirements and scope
Evaluate control design and gaps
Implement SOC readiness planning
Design audit-ready evidence repositories
Communicate effectively with auditors
Lead readiness and remediation efforts
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of compliance or risk
Familiarity with business or IT processes
Interest in audit or GRC roles
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Overview of SOC 1 and SOC 2
- Trust service criteria concepts
- Audit lifecycle and stakeholders
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?
Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.
"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."
Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of SOC 1/2 Readiness Training, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
It is suitable for learners with basic compliance or risk knowledge entering SOC-related roles.
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