Post Secondary Diploma

Pharmaceutical Formulation & Validation Technology

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Credential:

Post Secondary Diploma

Duration:

6 months

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This program introduces students to the fundamental concepts of various formulation and validation technologies within the pharmaceutical industry. Throughout the program, students will explore a wide range of topics, including biotechnological formulation 6covering both upstream and downstream processes, pharmaceutical formulation 6solid, liquid, powder, and related formulations 6and various validation concepts. These include processing, cleaning, packaging, facility, utility, equipment, computer, method, sterile, and other related validations currently practiced in the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries. Graduates of the Pharmaceutical Formulation and Validation Technology program are well-qualified to pursue careers as Technologists, Technicians, Validation Assistants, Formulators, Validation Scientists/Engineers, and Managers.NACPT9s Pharmaceutical Formulation and Validation Technology program equips students with the essential technical and practical skills needed to excel in their careers. The program offers comprehensive industrial exposure, intensive training, and hands-on workshops, along with optional Job Assistance for co-op, internship, and full-time opportunities within the pharmaceutical, cannabis, biopharmaceutical, and related sectors.Students will collaborate closely with the institution to gain valuable industrial exposure. Those who meet the program9s criteria will gain access to industrial testing laboratories and Research and Development facilities.

JOB ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (OPTIONAL)

NACPT offers a unique Job Development Program for all graduates, designed to maximize job opportunities within the Pharmaceutical Formulation & Validation industry. By participating in this program, the Career Development Team will assist each graduate in customizing their resume, preparing for specific job roles, attending mock interviews, connecting with industry experts, and gaining exclusive access to job market opportunities. Graduates will also receive references for the specific projects completed during the program. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to network with NACPT alumni currently working in pharmaceutical or related sectors.Learn More.This program is designed to help students develop a comprehensive career plan, offering valuable insights into the industry through expert guidance. Please note that participation in the Job Development Program is optional and not a requirement for graduation.Learn More.

Skills Acquired

  • Pharmaceutical Formulation and Validation Technology
  • Implementation of GxP (GMP, GCP, GDP, GLP, GVP and GEP)
  • Design Process Validation / Process Performance Qualification
  • Design System Validation (computer, facility, utility and equipment)
  • Understand and determine pharmaceutical formulation techniques
  • Understand and determine biotechnological formulation techniques
  • Advanced Scientific-Technical Writing
This program is Approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005
GCCP01 – Good Manufacturing and Good Clinical PracticesPMVT01 – Pharmaceutical/Bio-Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Formulation & Validation TechnologySTW005 – Scientific-Technical Writing
ETUF05 – Collective ValidationPMF001 – Manufacturing Formulation 1PKV04 – Packaging Validation & Packaging ComponentsPRV03 – Process Validation
PMF002 – Manufacturing Formulation 2CLVM02 – Advance Cleaning ValidationPPRV05 – Advance Process & Packaging Validation

Admission Requirements

  • Student with a minimum of Grade 12 Diploma with required Science and Math courses or equivalent.

Prerequisite Program

English as a Second Language (ESL) International program – Level 5 Prerequisite program for enrolling into an academic vocational diploma program.Duration: 8 Weeks Mode of Delivery: In personESL – Level 5 is the prerequisite program to enroll into any academic program for temporary residence students in Canada. Integrates intermediate grammar to advanced levels of speaking, writing, listening, and written communication.
After the graduation of this program students can be placed in the following verticals of Pharmaceutical Formulation and Validation Technology in the pharmaceutical industry :
  • Validation Assistants
  • Validation Specialists
  • Validation Engineers
  • Process Engineers
  • Process Scientists