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This programme is designed to meet a growing industry demand for increased knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, involved in both chemical synthesis and bio-processing applications.

This programme is specifically designed for learners seeking a qualification that will enable them to either progress within their current employment or take up employment in a manufacturing operations industry.

The course equips participants with a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge essential for entry level positions in BioPharma manufacturing operations, involved in both chemical synthesis and bio- processing applications.

  • Accreditation: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Essentials of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (60 ECTS)
  • Next Intake: September 2024
  • *subject to QQI Validation 

This course is co-created with BioPharmaChem Skillnet, a government funded organisation, providing subsidised learning & development solutions for the biopharmaceutical and chemical sector throughout the Republic of Ireland. Skillnet work with industry to understand their talent development challenges and provide enterprise-led, bespoke training solutions. Their collaborative ecosystem of industry, educational institutions and training providers work together to address industry challenges and foster innovation in the biopharma sector. 

As part of the application process and for funding purposes contact data will be shared with our partner BioPharmaChem Skillnet.

This part-time programme runs over 9 months. Lectures are delivered online mid-week with a number of Saturday face to face throughout the programme.

This course will cover the following modules:

Module 1: Cleanroom Operations and Plant Utilities / Facilities
Module 2: Continuous Improvement and Sustainability in Manufacturing
Module 3: Quality and Good Manufacturing / Good Documentation Practices and Health & Safety
Module 4: Personal Effectiveness and Transversal Skills 
Module 5: Data and Digital Processing Skills 
Module 6 - Choice of either:

a) Principles and Practice of Chemical Processing (elective)
b) Principles and Practice of Bioprocessing (elective)

Proiciency in English Language Required (B2+ level or equivalent on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Graduates of this programme will be considered for progression onto Innopharma higher education programmes at Level 6.

First of all, you will need to complete and submit an enquiry form, located at the top of this page. This is to register interest with us in the chosen course. Once submitted a member of the team will be in contact with you via phone call or email to discuss the course in more detail, assess your eligibility and assist you with anything you need to progress further.

Please note at any time if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us by emailing Pauline Flusk at fluskp@innopharmalabs.com or calling us at (01) 485 3346


Why up-skill for the pharmaceutical industry in Ireland?

  • €3 billion in new capital investment
  • €39 billion in exports
  • Over 55,000 employed
  • 9 of top 10 world’s biopharma companies in Ireland
  • 12 of the top-selling drugs made in Ireland
  • Over 8,000 new jobs predicted by 2020
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