Open courses
We have a wide range of courses and workshops to meet all your pharmacy or wholesaler training needs, all of which are designed to be highly interactive and informative.
Please click on the links below to see more details about our open courses:
- RP Cogent GDP Training
- Intro to GDP
- RPi Training
- Export Training
- Audit Training
- API and Clinical Trails Training
- Care Quality Commision Workshop
Our training courses run twice a month in major locations within the UK, including Ireland. Please see our training calendar for dates, locations and course content.
If you are interested in a course nearer to your location then please fill out the form below to contact us, as we may be able to run a bespoke or in-house course for larger groups.
Why consider using us?
PCL RPs, have been both ‘Employed’ and ‘Contract’ RPs for several companies and have a wealth of experience. We provide a personal and bespoke service to fit your needs. We are competitive and will come to your location if required, in addition to our scheduled courses.
We provide training packages & guidance on the following:
- Familiarisation and understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and the Orange guide.
- How to conduct regular audits of your procedures and policies and produce an action plan for any deviations.
- RP roles and responsibilities, including what can and cannot be delegated.
- Share best practice, current thoughts and up and coming changes
- Warehouse standards and compliance with the latest GDP guidelines.
- Management of complaints, incidents and root cause analysis.
- How to deal with a drug alerts and dummy recalls.
Who should attend?
The one day course will benefit:
- Quality managers
- Personnel in regulatory compliance
- Distribution & Warehouse staff
- Supply chain management
- Customer service
- Pharmacy team members who want to wholesale medicines
Testimonials
‘Really clear and concise and very helpful to point out how much work is still required of us. A great start to the RP journey.’ Jon Barden
GDP/RP Training
“A relaxed training environment, and competent instructions, enabled me to gain full knowledge of what i can expect for future MHRA inspections.” David Briggs – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
Excellent content and delivery. After the GDP/RP training course I’m feeling informed and empowered to ensure compliance.
David Jacobs from The DX
The course is very informative and comprehensive which covers all aspects of EU GDP guidelines.
Haidar Al-Bukhari
“RP training at PCL helped me to understand current MHRA guideline to fill my knowledge gap. The trainers are really experienced and updated with current pharmaceuticals wholesale regulations.” – January 2021
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
“I really enjoyed the course and will recommend it highly to anyone planning to apply for WDA or training to become RP. The Tutor was very knowledgeable and experienced. I learnt so much from the training so I can only thank you.” Cogent Online Training – March 2022
Cogent (Online) - March 2022
Ash our trainer was very knowledgeable, friendly and helped us greatly on our training course, highly recommended. 10/10
Cogent Gold Standard Training
“Very well presented and detailed course. A lot of my questions were answered.” Anonymous – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“The trainer was knowledge and answered all questions thrown at him. Training was interactive and everyone engaged. Thank you Steve for a wonderful training session.” Introduction to the RPI Role – August 2021
Intro to RPi Role - Aug 2021
We appointed PCL to assist us with our new CQC compliance registration. From start to finish, they acted with professionalism and expertise; taking what at first seemed to be a tedious and daunting process and making it clear and easy to understand. Even after our successful registration, the consultant remained on hand to answer any outstanding questions and to ensure that we felt adequately prepared for a potential visit from the CQC. Having had such a positive experience, we have no hesitation in recommending PCL to any company who is considering their services
Pharmacy developing patient services
“Very informative course. Well worth attending.” Dave Smith 9/10
Export Training
“I am new to GDP and the trainer is very patient with my endless questions and has answered them all with rounded practical answers, that I can take back to my workplace and implement it.” Shirley Clifton – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
Again, I stress how much I appreciate all your help, both today and through the whole journey of us striving to obtain our WDA(H).
Michael OgundeleAderemi Healthcare Ltd.
“Excellent course and extremely practical.” Online Cogent, March 2021
Cogent - March 2021
“Very informative course, well laid out and very educational throughout the whole course.” – Cogent RP Training, September 2024
Informative and well laid out course
“A lot of valuable information to digest! Thank you.” Anna Drys – Course rating 9/10
GDP Training
“Brilliant training provided, answered all questions.” Ashish Morar – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Really enjoyed the training session over the last 3 days, John was a great presenter who did really well considering he had an audience from all over the UK…infact the world! I’m sure the face to face/classroom style presentation would have been more interactive as I certainly missed being able to bounce off others but this is no fault of John or the course contents. Learned so much from the past few days, more than I actually realised that I would. Thank you!” February 2021
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
Having just completed the very informative API and Clinical Trail course (thank you Shankar) I was reminded of the traps we can fall into whereby we try to keep ourselves in our little boxes. At the MHRA symposium, I have heard several times comments such as:- “no, I’m not doing the GMP day as it’s not relevant to me” or “GDP? Oh, that doesn’t apply to us as we are manufacturers”. I am sure these comments were made well out of the earshot of MHRA personnel and on the face of it seem harmless enough, though clearly wrong. I truly believe that we should all expand our knowledge and understanding as much as possible, and certainly where there are crossovers with our speciality. For a Pharmacist or wholesaler, knowing more about GMP, APIs and Clinical Trials must be useful in our ability to fulfil our obligations in our own field. Yes, some aspects of GMP are very technical but there are big parts of it that can be used positively in the GDP arena. As my exasperated tutors used to say during my pharmacy degree, “you will only get the most out of the topic and excel, if you read around the subject”.
API and Clinical Trails Training
“MHRA GDP guidelines are numerous and specific and potentially serious if not followed. The training went through each point in a common sense way, so the guidelines have appeared far more admirable and attainable.” Philip Hodgkinson – Course Rating 10/10
GDP Training
“Steven ensured class participation and sharing of case studies within our group. Kept everyone motivated. It was interesting for me to see what my customers need to do to remain GDP compliant after delivering Imports and before collecting their Exports. ” – JS, Nippon Express (UK) Ltd, Cogent, January 2025
Cogent RP Training - January 2025
“I found this course much more interesting and accessible than i thought it would be. Nicely paced with enough information to be challenging and thought provoking but not overwhelming. A few of the initials could do with explaining though.” Jennifer Kirby – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“The training was well presented and interaction with other participants was encouraged and helpful. I attended the online course previously but this was far superior and was very helpful in giving me information and advice that I would not have received from the online course. Very enjoyable!” – RL, Health Grove Ltd, November 2024
Face to Face : Cogent Responsible Person Training
Pharmacy Consulting provided us with a very professional and efficient service over a number of extremely busy months. Not only were they flexible to our requirements but also to our workloads, time schedules and finances. Jackie Peck in particular was extremely aware of our needs and outcome requirements. For a small company such as ourselves this was invaluable. At all times Pharmacy Consulting kept us informed of any amendments, changes, monetary matters and as the client we felt it was a very professional service. The intended outcome was successfully achieved and the team at Pharmacy Consulting went above and beyond their duties as consultants for us. I cannot recommend them enough.
Testimonial from Seago Yachting- Dan Temple
Jackie is very knowledgeable, I have learnt so much from her in so little time. Thank you Jackie for being a fountain of knowledge!
Mahmuda Kahatun superintended pharmacist
Pharmacy Consulting has helped manage our Company through all GDP compliance and RP training requirements, It is a pleasure to work with such a dedicated team. 10/10 –
Cogent Gold Standard Training
Pharmacy consulting helped us to choose the robot that best suited our requirements and it can be added to at a later date, my regular locum has rescinded his notice as he cannot cope better with the volume of prescriptions we dispense and he gets to sit down to work !
Testimonial from a Community Pharmacy in Lincolnshire
“Very Informative course. I have learnt a lot of new information and the training was given in a relaxed environment. Thank you for making the learning as interesting as possible.” Megan – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Great delivery by Brian, thought his presentation was well spoken and easy to follow, impressed with his knowledge on tricky Q&A” – GDP, October 2023
GDP training from a knowledgeable trainer
“Steve is a fantastic trainer with a wealth of knowledge and the ability to be able to apply that knowledge to real life situations. Fantastic course extremely well delivered. Thank you.” – MM, Kuehne+Nagel – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Fantastic course extremely well delivered
“Excellent – Helpful. I was in a small group setting, so very informal and easy to ask questions.” Justin – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent Audit training course presented by experienced RP and lots of useful interactions with participants.” – Audit Training, January 2025
Excellent Audit Training
It was an absolute pleasure to meet with you and we are delighted given the extent of your contribution. There were many positive comments concerning your overall contribution. And as you are aware the workshops were exceptionally interesting for the audience. But also many colleagues made direct comments concerning your presentation which was rated as a highly clear and concise.
Ash Kay
“Excellent training, thorough explanations and enjoyable throughout.” David Lane – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“The gem is the trainer’s real world prospect on MHRA Inspector’s expectations” Cogent Online Training – July 2021
Cogent - July 2021
“I really enjoyed the 3 days training, it has made me think about my new role and how I’m going to apply this knowledge and take it forward.” – January 2021
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
“Felt that the trainer was exceptional and had a thorough knowledge of the Regulations, course and Pharma industry as a whole. Would love to do the RPi course with him” – NK, Ceva Logistics – Cogent RP Training, May 2024
Exceptional trainer with thorough knowledge
“Very informative and John was able to demonstrate a great knowledge of export. Having already completed Pharmacy Consulting’s GDP training, I was able to understand the content and what John was explaining in regard to export” Anonymous – Rating 9/10
Export Training
John Finey was excellent & encouraged two-way training e.g. specific experiences the attendees had encountered in their working lives. 18/02/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online Training
Very good content and well presented.
Andrew Galloway
Since 2012 we have been using PCL for regulatory support, staff resourcing, training and general advice. We have consistently found that the whole team has a high level of technical competence, are always willing to get stuck in to help us and are able to come up with robust ideas to improve our systems. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services in any of these areas.
Testimonial From Integro Pharmacy - David Hammond
“This one day training package cover, including Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and Responsible Person (RP) roles and responsibilities, ‘packed a punch!’ Well structured, well delivered and interactive. Good value for money. Good day out overall.” Anonymous – Course Rating 8/10
GDP & RP Training
It was a great pleasure to deal with Pharmacy Consulting Ltd (PCL). I would recommend PCL to everyone especially young entrepreneurs about to embark upon owning their own pharmacy, be it in community pharmacy or Internet pharmacy. I valued the advice and motivation that PCL has given me to pursue my dreams. PCL’s knowledge in pharmacy regulation is vast and up to date and I will definitely use PCL again for my future projects
Testimonial from Farah Mohamed Community Pharmacist
I think the PCL course dovetails very well with wholesaling as it provides practical course material with a good eye to Quality Management, which is the concern of our company with the MHRA inspection process beginning soon.
Raul GP pharmacy manager Suffolk
” There was a lot to take in, the course was very detailed” John Sie Han Woag – Course Rating 9/10
Export Training
“One of the best Teams training sessions I have attended. It was clear, concise and pitched at the right level. The trainer was extremely knowledgeable, articulate and presented the subject well.” – DW, University Hospitals Birmingham, CD Training – September 2024
Bespoke CD Training - September 2024
Our trainer Jackie was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting. If I ever require help or further assistance, I would not hesitate to contact Jackie and I would certainly recommend her for the services as a consultant and higher knowledge.
Cogent Gold Standard Training
“Very helpful, clear, and precise. Thank you.” Rachel Wicks – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Kim was able to give good examples, in order to understand. She would also ask us specific questions and if we didn’t understand she would word it in a different way which really helped me to understand GDP.” Suzi – Course Rating 8/10
GDP Training
“Steve was really engaging and gave really good examples within industry and real life, Making the content relatable and understandable.” – MH, Kuehne+Nagel – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Relatable and Understandable Content
Lots of information and keeps you engaged. Isatec on site training – Abbey Tullett
GDP/RP Training
“A really useful day.” Martin – Course Rating 10/10
GDP RP Training
Very good overview of GDP requirements which has given me a much better understanding of client requirements for the services and products we supply. Isatec on site training – Bill Castle
GDP/RP Training
“Course was very informative and taught/explained very well.” Craig – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
Well structured and presented course. Puveshni was very knowledgeable in the field and benefited from her experience. Abdirahamn Sheikh – Irmaan
GDP/RP Training
“Index the presentation to be able to reference quicker – detailed key acronyms. Good course, very enlightening for understanding and questioning current processes within our company.” Craig Buzzard – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“Very interactive, answered all my questions and pointers in the right direction.” Ade – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“As a nurse adviser I wasn’t sure of the relevance to my role. It was interesting and I learned a lot.” Course Rating 6/10
GDP & RP Training
“This is the pharma cogent course “ronseal” excellent through the whole process”
Cogent Responsible Person, December 2020
The day was fun and I enjoyed the review of GDP requirements!
Nancy Nielson from Idis
The course covered all areas I was expecting and very well presented considering how it was delivered during the current situation. Clare Durbin 12/05/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online Training
“Very efficient and effective. Covered all areas of training.” – John Elliott KWE
GDP/RP Training
Dawn ran a very informative session about GDP guidance and the role of the Responsible Person. This helped me understand further about my role as the Responsible Person and how to stay 100% compliant according to the guidelines. I also picked up key points on what to look for when looking at potential suppliers and warehouse facilities. All together an excellent session, worth every penny! Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Client
GDP/RP Training Course
The GPD session at PCL enabled me to focus on the really important things when it comes to getting your wholesale licence. Dawn structured the workshop in a very lively and interactive way so it is easy to follow and to use her ideas for your own business. It was very helpful, I decided to book the Audit training too.
Testimonial from Eva Böllinghaus Pharmacist of an e-pharmacy in the UK
“Very informative training day.” “Highly recommended”
Manus Mulligan
Waisain Al-Shamary was a lovely tutor – she allowed people to contribute and she managed a couple of strong characters with grace and patience – December 2020
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
Very interesting presentation which allowed me to gain a proper overview of the GDP process. Isatec on site training – Jack Shock
GDP/RP Training
Great training session provided by Jackie. Could consider providing additional training material (sample forms and documents) for clients apart from the GDP guidelines.
Shish from SprinBio
“The trainer Wes was amazeballs. She showed deep knowledge in the subject matter and was very engaging”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person
Jackie has the experience and ability to support new and existing pharmacy businesses unlike any other.
Phil LawesSuperintendent Pharmacist
Jackie from PCL has the experience and ability to support new and existing pharmacy businesses unlike any other.
Phil Lawe Superintendent Pharmacist of an e-pharmacy in the UK
“An ‘All-Inclusive’ Training” Pop Ohelga – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Covered all questions i had. I left with full knowledge on the topic.” Anonymous – Course Rating 8/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent, personable and very informative” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
“The course was very informative and delivered by Brian in a positive way with lots of examples, to help understand the various topics.” Kalpesh Patel – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
The training was delivered in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The elements of the training were explained in a clear and concise manner and the course was tailored around your individual requirements. The day was enjoyable and I would not hesitate to use your company again. Tracy Tollervey from CPG – Logistic.
Testimonial from CPG -Logistic trainee
We loved your training at Niche!
Petra PageNiche Generics
“Wes was brilliant, encouraged us to be interactive and answered all the questions we posed. She was positive and patient. Fantastic trainer”
Cogent Responsible Person, December 2020
“Excellent from start to finish – 5 stars!” Cogent Online Training – February 2021
Cogent - February 2021
” Very useful day with a good overview of MHRA GMP and GDP process, procedures and roles and responsibilities. Thank you Jackie.” Andrew King – Course rating 9/10
GDP Training
“Excellent trainer, very informative.” Anonymous – Rating 10/10
Export Training
” Very fun, interactive course. Trainer was very approachable.” Farhan Masoud – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“Very informative and lots of opportunity to ask questions and speak with other people on the course.” Megan – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Enjoyed the course. Informative and interesting. Presented in an engaging way that encouraged questions and dialogue. Would recommend it to others” – Cogent Responsible Person Training – February 2024
Informative and Interesting
“Really well presented and explained. Have a much better understanding of a very involved subject.” Vicky Stones 10/10
Export Training
“Very Informative and useful session” Rahinatu – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
“Mr. Brian Lindsay has been a down to earth trainer. His approach to the GDP and training has been excellent, and i personally have gained a wealth of knowledge that made me appreciate what GDP actually means.” Mr Sanjay Budhdeo – Course rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
I found the course on Training to be a responsible person to be a very well thought and structured course which gave me the roles and resources to come away understanding the training given. It was very informative, topical and saved me time and money trying to wade through a minefield of work to become a responsible person – Jackie is highly qualified and delivers an excellent course, would highly recommend to anyone looking at wholesaling.
Chapelle RaoulStowhealth
“It is always difficult to provide and undertake virtual training. Wes did well getting through all the material and encouraged interaction among the group. This was difficult but at times good discussion did open up. There were no technical difficulties in terms of the training provision, and everything ran to time, if not a bit quicker than expected. I did enjoy it and remained engaged throughout. There was a lot of content and to begin with I felt a little overwhelmed and anxious about the five assessments looming at the end. However Wes reassured us that we had the info we would be needing and rather than worry about taking notes, better to listen and take in the lesson. Which worked. I gained some useful insights which I will take back to work. I go back feeling much better equipped to aid the RP with our QMS.” November 2020
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training - Nov 2020
Very informative. Thank you.
Katie Wenlock - Link Medical
“Excellent from start to finish – 5 stars !”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
Pharmacy Consulting have provided us with a prompt and professional service, including advice, GDP training and helping us with a robust customised Quality System. During this time they have been committed to fully understanding our company needs and have consistently delivered excellent service. I would highly recommend PCL to any business for peace of mind and sound professional advice. Ben Funnell Director Universal PS
Testimonial from Universal PS
“The training was informative, covering all areas.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“For someone with a bare minimal knowledge of WDA this course helped understand the legal, general and business complexities quite well.” Cogent Online Training – March 2021
Cogent - March 2021
“Excellent delivery and trainer is very knowledgeable.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
As a busy family run logistics business we are really grateful for the expertise of Pharmacy Consulting who came alongside us, pulling out all the stops to meet tight deadlines and helping us to elevate the standard of our Quality System. Thanks to the assistance of Jackie and her team, we are now able to satisfy the exacting standards of larger pharmaceutical wholesalers thereby improving our offerings to our clients and opening up new avenues for our business in the future. Steven Davies Davies International Transport Limited
Logistic Business
Very informative, Jackie created a relaxed atmosphere which was conducive to active participation of the whole group. Jackie also provided a summary of the recent MHRA convention which was very beneficial.
Testimonial from David Burns
I attended one of the first virtual GDP Responsible Person Cogent “Gold Standard” training sessions due to the Covid-19 social distancing requirements. regardless of the circumstances the training was well organised and delivered to the required standard. This is why I recommended my associates to utilise PCL. Thank you Ryan, Sally, Adel and Jackie. Goncalo Sousa – Quality Head UK at the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson 05/05/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online Training
A very informative overview of GDP and the role of the RP. Great to be able to discuss GDP issues with Brian and with others on the course.
Alastair Farquhar
Kim was helpful at answering all my questions and advise on how to do things independently or with the help of PCL.
Testimonial from a Pharmacist Trainee