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
“The training was well structured and everything covered was relevant and will be easily applied to our working environment. The trainers were very knowledgeable and ensured there was interaction from the group throughout. The time length of the course was perfect and this helped with keeping the group engaged. Would highly recommend this course/structure.” – VR – UHB NHS Logistics, CD Training, September 2024
CD Training - Well Structured and Relevant
Very informative and delivered well. It was a good introduction into a subject I haven’t dealt with before. Jackie kept the course “light & breezy”
Gemma Carnie from Survitec
Jackie has proved to be a very knowledgeable and professional recruitment consultant, All communications have been very professional and I would not hesitate to recommend Jackie.
James CulleyMosaic Pharma Ltd.
“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
Another great session by Steve . Unlicenced Mediciens – October 2025
Perfect as Always!
“Excellent, personable and very informative” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
Good knowledge and practical insight into the requirements.
Simon James
“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
“Very informative course, well laid out and very educational throughout the whole course.” – Cogent RP Training, September 2024
Informative and well laid out course
“Great Presentation, very informative.” Roshni Rutton-Patel – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
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
Pharmacy Consulting have provided our business with excellent support, advice and training with regard to obtaining Wholesale Dealers Authorisation following the implementation of European Commission Guidelines of 5 November 2013 on Good Distribution Practice, 2013/C 343/01. I would like to personally thank Dawn and her team for her personal assistance in securing the authorisation.
Testimonial from Link Medical Limited, Bramshill
Course was really good and informative – Cogent – April 2026
Good and Informative
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
We contracted PCL provide us with help and guidance and training, relating to pharmaceutical transportation, we found Jackie and her team to be helpful, knowledgeable and pragmatic in their advice. The training sessions went well and were very useful in helping us understand the subject. We looked long and hard for an industry expert in this field and we certainly found one in PCL. Andrew Fox DX (Group) plc
Pharmaceutical Transportation
“Excellent Audit training course presented by experienced RP and lots of useful interactions with participants.” – Audit Training, January 2025
Excellent Audit 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
Very good content and well presented.
Andrew Galloway
“Well prepared and delivered presentations which were insightful, interesting and helpful to any new RP.” – January 2021
Cogent - January 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
“My experience working with Steven has been calm and reassuring. I have struggled to find specific requirements for API distribution from my previous consultant and the Green Guide. I start working with Steven shortly after taking an API training course at PCL, the consultation is beyond my expectation, he helps me identify my specific set of issues quickly and advise me how I should address them to achieve compliance. In the short time I am working with Steven gives me clarity that I have not managed from my previous consultant in months. Steven tirelessly explains the whole process to me which is of great benefit, I am much more aware what my issue are and what needs to done to address them. In my mind, Steven is like an guide and companion en-route to compliance, he asks the right questions, explains well and helps me find practical solution. His experience and problem solving skills shines through and makes consulting stress less and pleasant. ” Yu Wang, Donglun Ltd – PCL Consultancy Services
Consultancy Services
“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 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
“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
“A very small group (2 of us attending) but this was excellent! Very interactive course, very informative. Gained a lot of information to take away. Thank you very much.” Jane Lytwynchuk – Course Rating 10/10
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
“Excellent from start to finish – 5 stars !”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person 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
“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
“Very informative and very helpful. Brian was very professional and very patient with our numerous questions. Thank you.” Catherine Hodges – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP
Brilliant training provider, extremely helpful, knowledgeable and fantastic course delivery. 02/06/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online 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
“Excellent course and extremely practical.” Online Cogent, March 2021
Cogent - March 2021
“Training was well laid out and followed a great structure. The trainer was very very good and very attentive”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person Training
“Very informative training day.” “Highly recommended”
Manus Mulligan
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
“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
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
“Very interactive, answered all my questions and pointers in the right direction.” Ade – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“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
“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
‘Really informative, knowledgeable and interactive. Would recommend.’ Rachel Bown
GDP/RP Training
“Course was very informative and taught/explained very well.” Craig – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
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
“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
“This is the pharma cogent course “ronseal” excellent through the whole process”
Cogent Responsible Person, December 2020
“Excellent from start to finish – 5 stars!” Cogent Online Training – February 2021
Cogent - February 2021
“Covered all questions i had. I left with full knowledge on the topic.” Anonymous – Course Rating 8/10
GDP & RP Training
” Very interesting presentation which allowed me to gain a proper overview of the GDP process” Jack – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
Both Jackie and Sandeep made it really easy to understand the content – they encouraged discussion but also made sure that focus was given to areas specific to the attendees. Overall I enjoyed the course and found it far less overwhelming than I expected.
Cogent Gold Standard 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
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
“Good informative training, very helpful for the future.” GDP Online Training – May 2021
GDP Training - May 2021
“I was a brilliant course and it opened my eyes. It gives me a platform to diversity my profile of practice.” Cogent Online Training – December 2021
Cogent (Online) - December 2021
The day was fun and I enjoyed the review of GDP requirements!
Nancy Nielson from Idis
I attended the GDP Responsible Person Cogent “Gold Standard” training course and found it very informative, the trainer was very knowledgeable and answered all questions to a high standard, I learnt all aspects of GDP and gained knowledge that will help me greatly within my role at work and in an RP Role. 10/10
Cogent Gold Standard Training
“Brilliant training provided, answered all questions.” Ashish Morar – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
I want to thank you again for your successful presentation made in London to our Pharma Group Europe conference. Your detailed explanations for all the delegates were extremely interesting and enlightening. Our international participants from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Romania expressed their praise and encouragement. Zdenek Schmittz- Pharma Group Europe
Testimonial from Zdenek Schmittz- Pharma Group Europe
“Excellent and well run course, we covered a lot of information in a structured and detailed fashion. Steven our trainer, was super knowledgeable and always happy to interact with the group and answer questions during the sessions. Many Thanks” – Cogent RP Training – October 2024
Excellent and Well Run Course
Informative & Interactive. Thank you.
Rima Gupta from Mode Pharma
“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
“Very clear, simple to follow. Interactive. Helpful.” Ade – Rating 9/10
Export Training
” Very fun, interactive course. Trainer was very approachable.” Farhan Masoud – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP 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
Informative and enjoyable. Lots of new avenues identified as resources. Thanks!
Chrissie Sharman - Caligorrx
“Very helpful, clear, and precise. Thank you.” Rachel Wicks – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
Very good informative trainer, excellent delivery on a rather dull topic. Kept our interest well which helped with learning. Jackie answered every questions I had. Thank you
Ross Johnston from Survitec
A lot of valuable information to digest. Thank you Anna Drys – Oxford Hospital
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
‘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
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
“As participants, we were all able to interact, engage and shared a worth of knowledge and opinion from various industries. This made the sessions very informative, valuable and interesting.”
Cogent, Dec 2020
Lots of information and keeps you engaged. Isatec on site training – Abbey Tullett
GDP/RP Training
” There was a lot to take in, the course was very detailed” John Sie Han Woag – Course Rating 9/10
Export Training
“The gem is the trainer’s real world prospect on MHRA Inspector’s expectations” Cogent Online Training – July 2021
Cogent - July 2021
“The API training course provides a good framework foundation focused on API distribution. I only wish I had found the API course much earlier, it would have saved me months of puzzling on some issues relating API importation and distribution. I am a novice when it comes to Medicinal product regulatory compliance. For months I have been rolling in the Green Guide but the Green Guide focuses mostly on Finished Form medicine, so I end up with just as many questions at the beginning, albeit a different set of questions. The API course finally answers my fundamental questions on API distribution, and yes I have a plenty of Q&A time with the trainer which is of great benefit to me. I am so pleased with the API course, I immediately start working with one of their consultants on specific issues I face in my company. .” Yu Wang, Donglun Ltd – API Training, July 2021
API Training
“Very efficient and effective. Covered all areas of training.” – John Elliott KWE
GDP/RP 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
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
“Excellent delivery and trainer is very knowledgeable.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“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
“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
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.
I found Pharmacy Consulting Ltd’s (PCL) input into the planning and installation of our ARX V Max extremely beneficial to the project. The senior consultant from PCL met with me, the ARX project manager, and members of my shop fitting team, and we discussed the new pharmacy planned layout from PCL’s automation experience. This was useful as having previously worked with robots, and also being a pharmacist he could provide valuable advice on where the machine outputs would be best positioned for the best workflow. He returned to the pharmacy when we were up and running and observed the processes that we had developed and spoke to all the staff and got a good feel of how we were working. Having read his subsequent report, all his ideas seemed to make sense and I shared his report with all of my staff and we successfully implemented the suggested changes.
Independent community pharmacy owner
“Very Informative and useful session” Rahinatu – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
We loved your training at Niche!
Petra PageNiche Generics
Just wanted to say thank you for the training last week, was education and fun, and it was great to be able to spend time with a professional auditor.
Training Course Attendee
“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
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
“Brian is very thorough and very informative. Interactive too. A++++, Highly recommended” Anonymous – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
Thoroughly enjoyed the course! Meallad Davoud 05/05/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online Training
“A really useful day.” Martin – Course Rating 10/10
GDP RP Training
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
“Very informative course. Well worth attending.” Dave Smith 9/10
Export Training
“The trainer Wes was amazeballs. She showed deep knowledge in the subject matter and was very engaging”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person
Very informative. Was hesitant about attending but very happy I did. Jackie was excellent.
Testimonial from Raj Samra
“The training was concise to the point and left plenty of room for questions. 1 week later and already applying it to my day to day.” – Audit Training, September 2021
Audit 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
Very informative. Thank you.
Katie Wenlock - Link Medical