Testing method validation is a mandatory requirement under the Cannabis Regulations Act. However, to maintain high product standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold consistency across operations, cannabis companies must understand the broader importance and benefits of all validation programs. This includes process, sanitation, system, and testing-related validations, which collectively contribute to error-free processes and reliable outcomes.
The Validation Training Program Series: Introduction to Cannabis Validation provides a comprehensive overview of the validation landscape within cannabis operations. This foundational course introduces participants to the key principles of validation, its regulatory significance, and how it applies across various processes and systems in the cannabis industry.
The training begins with Module 1, which explores the definition of validation, regulatory requirements, and the benefits of implementing robust validation strategies. It also identifies which processes and systems within a cannabis operation require validation, from cultivation to distribution.
In Module 2, attendees are introduced to process-related validation, covering critical areas such as process validation, cleaning and sanitation, packaging, sterility, analytical testing methods, and transportation validation.
Module 3 shifts the focus to system validation, including the validation of facilities, equipment, utilities, and computerized systems. This module also guides participants through how to conduct validation activities and how to structure a Master Validation Plan (MVP) or Validation Master Plan (VMP).
Module 4 delves into the core components of a validation protocol and includes a practical case study to help attendees apply their learning to real-world scenarios. Participants are encouraged to engage with instructors and ask questions to clarify concepts and strengthen their understanding.
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to understand and apply validation across cannabis production facilities. They will learn how to design validation protocols, determine appropriate validation plans, write technical reports, and train team members to enhance validation performance and ensure regulatory compliance.
Career opportunities for graduates of this program include roles such as Cultivation Technician, Validation Assistant, Validation Specialist, Validation Scientist, and Validation Engineer.
This course is ideal for anyone seeking a validation-related career in the cannabis sector, including Licensed Producers, Responsible Persons (RP), Master Growers (MG), Quality Assurance Persons (QAP), as well as engineers, validation associates, technicians, technologists, and industry consultants. Program Offer:
Register for any three certificate programs at NACPT and receive any available one-day training free of charge.
All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successfully finishing the training program.
