Write a 3,000 word technical report
As part of your End of Module Assignment, you will write a 3,000-word technical report about the systems needed to consistently manufacture safe medicines and devices for patients. This is fundamental knowledge for any professional working who wants to get hired into this sector.
Our BioChemists will review your report and give you written feedback.
Entry Requirements – Read first before you go any further!
This is a specialised programme designed for people with a PhD, Master’s, or Degree (3 to 5+ years) in:
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology/Molecular Biology
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Laboratory Science
- Any other Biological Science
- Any other Chemical Science
AND YOU MUST
- currently work in the field
OR - have worked or graduated in this field within the last 2 years
We will not accept applicants unless we believe you have a realistic chance of getting hired into the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
If you don’t meet these requirements, check out our University Certificate in eBioPharmaChem

What kind of jobs could I get?
Depending on your previous experience, here are some of the most common job titles we see advertised;
Quality assurance is process-oriented and focuses on removing any variation from the processes of manufacturing. The role tends to be detail-orientated and documentation-focused.
- Quality Assurance Specialist
- Quality Assurance Associate
- Quality Associate Manager
- QA Specialist – Raw Materials
- QA Compliance Specialist
- QMS/QA Specialist
Quality control is product-oriented and focuses on testing samples from the manufacturing process to make sure they meet the required specifications and standards.
- Quality Control Microbiology Analyst
- Quality Control Specialist
- Quality Control Analyst
- QC Analyst,
- QC Scientist
- QC Drug Product Technologist
Science roles that support manufacturing – Typical roles support the manufacturing process in a regulated environment and work within multidisciplinary teams to produce medicinal products.
- Microbiology/Particle Analyst
- Process Sciences Manager-Upstream
- Bioprocessing Scientist
- Production Scientist
- Process Scientist / Specialist – Purification
- Process Scientist / Specialist – In-Process Control
Science roles in development is the “D” part of “R&D”. Development is the phase after research where the creation of a proven drug is moved from the lab to the manufacturing plant.
- Tech Transfer Scientist
- Process Technology Transfer Scientist
- Transfer Scientist
- Product and Process development scientists
Hear from people who’ve taken this course

John Ryan
“The course content material is concise and interesting”
“The professionalism and passion of the lecturers comes across in the tutorials which gives the student confidence and encouragement to keep on top of the course. The course content material is concise and interesting. The timing of the release of the lessons is perfect, the student moves at a comfortable pace, one step at a time.”

Ronan Balfe
“I would have no hesitation in recommending these courses”
“Studying online gives you the time to do the course in your own time yet with assignment deadlines this made you disciplined to meet the deadlines set. I would have no hesitation in recommending these courses to anyone wishing to gain an education in the pharmaceutical sector.”

Edel Harkins
“Highly recommended to anyone who has been out of the industry for a period of time”
“I would highly recommend anyone in my situation who has been out of the industry for a period of time to do these courses. They have contributed to my new found confidence in my existing and new qualifications, my improved interview skills and my new job!”
Your 15-week class schedule
Module 1 – Fundamentals in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Weeks 1-10)
This module was developed in consultation with the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry including Pfizer and MSD.
Module 2 – Advanced Career Coaching (Weeks 11-15)
Delivered by a practicing industry expert
Dr. Joe Brady
Full-Time Validation Lead
Lecturer, Technological University Dublin, Ireland
Senior Associate, GetReskilled
Dr. Joe Brady is a full-time practicing Validation Lead and an assistant lecturer with Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), in the School of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Joe is a certified trainer and highly experienced in competency-based training. He designs and prepares educational modules and full academic courses ranging from MSc, MEngSc. BSc, to Certificate level, for a range of academic institution.
He is also a supervisor for MSc/MEngSc and PhD theses. Joe has over twenty years of project experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and medical device industries in Ireland, Singapore, China, The Netherlands, France, and the USA.
How We Deliver Our Online Courses without ZOOM Classes
With every GetReskilled ONLINE program;
- Centralized Platform: We use one platform (Moodle) where you can log into your classroom anytime. Each week, you’ll watch videos and complete quizzes, tests, interactive activities, and projects. The course materials are available 24/7, so you don’t have to be online at a specific time. There are no Zoom classes. Study anywhere, anytime, such as after the kids are in bed or on the weekend.
- Flexible Schedule: Your working schedule may be unpredictable, so we offer flexible delivery. You can slow down, speed up, or pause the program as needed.
- Progress Checks: We release one week’s worth of material at a time and manually check your activity logs at the end of each week to ensure you are keeping up with your work.
- Dedicated Course Leader: Your course leader will:
- Help you create a weekly study plan
- Answer any questions
- Check your progress every Monday
- Follow up regularly to support you until the end of the course.
This all helps us to spot any potential issues early and helps you completely finish the program.
Earn a Certificate of Award in the “Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologies”
Earn by successfully completing a 3,000-word technical report about the systems needed to consistently manufacture safe medicines and devices for patients.
Add details of your certificate to your CV/Resume or your LinkedIn profile.

Price & Start Dates
Or $799/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or €699/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or £649/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Price & Start Dates
Or €699/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or $799/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or £649/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Price & Start Dates
Or £649/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or €699/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Or $799/month for 5 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will seriously help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
15-Day Fast Track Option with Priority Support available for an additional fee.
- Complete this program in 15 days.
- Your course leader will check your progress every morning and follow up with you to keep you on schedule.
- We can start you within 24 working hours upon receipt of payment.
- Contact us to get started.
Application Deadline: Wednesday 11th June
Program Starts: 18th June
Start your application
Contact Details For This Course
Geraldine Creaner
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