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Introduction to Good Manufacturing Practice (Certificate, L6, 10 ECTS)

  • Location: Online

  • weeks: 12

  • Fees: €700

  • Level 6

  • Course Type Flexible and Professional Learning

  • Study Mode Part Time

  • Department Department of Lifelong Learning

  • Start Date 14/09/2026

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Course Overview

This programme provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) as applied across pharmaceutical, biopharma, and medical devices industries. It also introduces Lean Manufacturing, covering key methodologies such as Kaizen, Just in Time, and Six Sigma.

Learners gain an understanding of:

  • Quality management systems
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Documentation and change control
  • Validation, deviation management & complaints handling
  • Quality control and product registration
  • Auditing processes and continuous improvement
  • Lean tools for efficiency and waste reduction

More Information

  • Good Manufacturing Processes and Lean Management

    This module covers the main GMP regulations and guidelines as they relate to the pharmaceutical and medical devices industries while also providing an introduction to methods, concepts, and theories associated with lean manufacturing. The module includes topics such as Quality Management, Good Manufacturing Practices, the role of regulatory bodies in the healthcare industries, Total Quality Management (TQM) and Six Sigma. It details the requirements for documentation, change control, validation, deviation and complaints management, auditing and training. The process of product registration is also introduced while the role and function of quality control is explored along with the concept of sampling and the steps in OOS investigations. The concepts and principles involved are explored interactively in case studies. Emphasis on real world learning examples will be employed throughout the module, linking theoretical concepts to practical applications.

  • Minimum Entry Requirements

    Mature applicants (i.e over 23 years)

    or

    Leaving Certificate

    Grade O6 at ordinary level in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language
    (English or Irish).

    or

    QQI Level 5

    Full award with a minimum of eight modules

    or

    Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

    Please review the academic entry requirements for this programme.

    If you do not hold these qualifications but would like your application to be assessed under RPL please contact us via email using the contact information below.

  • This programme will be delivered online though our virtual learning environment.

  • Each 10-credit module normally equates to approximately 200 total learning hours. Total learning hours include the time spent in class, such as lectures, tutorials, and practical elements, as well as time spent working independently outside of college.

    The balance between these varies by discipline and level of study, and learners should be aware that workload will increase at particular times, especially when assignments are due.

  • The programme is assessed through a combination of continuous assessments & project work.

  • €700

  • Applications will close on 28th August 2026 at 5pm.

    Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

    Programme run subject to viable numbers.

  • Certificate in Introduction to Good Manufacturing Practice (L6, 10 ECTS)