Functional safety training & coaching
Build internal competence with DNV’s ISO 26262-aligned training and coaching programs for automotive functional safety professionals.
Functional safety training & coaching
Challenges in automotive safety
As functional safety becomes central to automotive product development, the need for internal competence is growing. ISO 26262 requires organizations to demonstrate that staff involved in safety-critical activities are adequately trained and competent.
Structured, role-specific training and coaching can help close gaps and embed a strong safety culture across development teams.
How our training & coaching services support you
DNV offers flexible training and coaching programs tailored to ISO 26262 roles and responsibilities. Our offerings range from foundational courses for newcomers to deep-dive modules for safety managers, engineers, and assessors. Coaching packages include one-on-one sessions, team workshops, and mentoring aligned with your current projects. Training can be delivered in-person, online, or hybrid.
Functional Safety courses include:
- ISO 26262 Briefing course
- ISO 26262 Explanation course
- Safety Concept course
- Functional Safety Engineer course
- For Hardware Development
- For Software Development
- For Testing
- For Software Safety Analysis
- Safety Manager course
- Functional Safety Assessor course
Trusted experts in automotive
As a global leader in functional safety assurance, DNV brings real-world insight into training delivery. Our programs are built on decades of practical experience and aligned with certification expectations. We don’t just teach theory, we prepare your teams to apply standards effectively, make informed decisions, and drive continuous improvement in functional safety.
Benefits of our training & coaching services
- Accelerate onboarding for new safety-critical roles.
- Improve ISO 26262 compliance through team empowerment.
- Reduce dependency on external consultants.
- Strengthen internal safety ownership and decision-making.
- Gain certified personnel to meet auditor and OEM expectations.
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