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
We loved your training at Niche!
Petra PageNiche Generics
“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
Our trainer Jackie was extremely knowledgeable and the way how the material was presented was very interesting. I found her also very helpful, explaining every questions and doubts perfectly. I would highly recommend Jackie as a trainer and also as a consultant.
Cogent Gold Standard Training
“Good training, has given me more insight as an RP. Would recommend new RP’s to have this training.” Matthew – 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
“Very helpful, clear, and precise. Thank you.” Rachel Wicks – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent refresher, very informative. Thank you.” Addy Mohammed – Course Rating 10/10
GDP Training
“Very efficient and effective. Covered all areas of training.” – John Elliott KWE
GDP/RP Training
Informative & Interactive. Thank you.
Rima Gupta from Mode Pharma
“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
“Great Presentation, very informative.” Roshni Rutton-Patel – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
A lot of valuable information to digest. Thank you Anna Drys – Oxford Hospital
GDP/RP Training
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
“Brian is very thorough and very informative. Interactive too. A++++, Highly recommended” Anonymous – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“Covered all questions i had. I left with full knowledge on the topic.” Anonymous – Course Rating 8/10
GDP & RP Training
“Very informative training day.” “Highly recommended”
Manus Mulligan
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
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
Very impressed, covered the majority of topics. James Weston – Orderline
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
Sandeep has a great knowledge of the subject “A good course”. Thanks. 24/04/2019 – Guy Spires from PRS distribution
GDP/RP Training
‘Really informative, knowledgeable and interactive. Would recommend.’ Rachel Bown
GDP/RP Training
Jackie has the experience and ability to support new and existing pharmacy businesses unlike any other.
Phil LawesSuperintendent Pharmacist
“Excellent delivery and trainer is very knowledgeable.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent training sessions provided. I have thoroughly enjoyed and learned in all sessions. Steven presented and taught the content very well and was very knowledgeable about all topics, and supported further with any adhoc questions through the training. Thank you :)” – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Excellent Training Sessions
Very informative. Was hesitant about attending but very happy I did. Jackie was excellent.
Testimonial from Raj Samra
“Excellent course, trainer and material were superb.” – KT, Hameln Pharma Ltd – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Relatable and Understandable Content
“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
“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
“Very good overview of GDP requirements which has given me a much better understanding of client requirements for the services and products we supply.” Bill Castle – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
I am glad that I contacted Pharmacy Consulting Limited (PCL). Jackie Peck helped me in understanding all aspects of community and internet pharmacy. She was helpful in conducting survey, preparing business plan and negotiation with wholesalers etc. She was extremely approachable and provided invaluable advice. She was proactive in helping and was very flexible. I will highly recommend Pharmacy Consulting Limited to all especially young entrepreneurs. It is a money well spent.
Testimonial from a Hospital Doctor in London
“Excellent, personable and very informative” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
Export 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 from start to finish – 5 stars!” Cogent Online Training – February 2021
Cogent - February 2021
“Really well presented and explained. Have a much better understanding of a very involved subject.” Vicky Stones 10/10
Export Training
“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
“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
“Excellent course and extremely practical.” Online Cogent, March 2021
Cogent - March 2021
The day was fun and I enjoyed the review of GDP requirements!
Nancy Nielson from Idis
“Good informative training, very helpful for the future.” GDP Online Training – May 2021
GDP Training - May 2021
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
“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
“The training was informative, covering all areas.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“A really useful day.” Martin – Course Rating 10/10
GDP RP Training
“A lot of valuable information to digest! Thank you.” Anna Drys – Course rating 9/10
GDP Training
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
“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
“Nice Chap, explained everything in an easy to understand manner!” Andrew Kruinlger – 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
“An excellent course with almost 1/1 training. Interactive, knowledgeable trainer. Excellent venue.” Dr. Parry – 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.
The course is very informative and comprehensive which covers all aspects of EU GDP guidelines.
Haidar Al-Bukhari
” Very interesting presentation which allowed me to gain a proper overview of the GDP process” Jack – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“Very clear, simple to follow. Interactive. Helpful.” Ade – Rating 9/10
Export Training
Very useful day with a good overview of MHRA GMP & GDP process, procedures and roles and responsibilities. Isatec on site training – Andrew King
GDP/RP Training
Very good content and well presented.
Andrew Galloway
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
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
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
” There was a lot to take in, the course was very detailed” John Sie Han Woag – Course Rating 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. Thank you.
Katie Wenlock - Link Medical
“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 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
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
“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
“Many thanks to Brain the trainer” Wagdi Moussa – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent training, thorough explanations and enjoyable throughout.” David Lane – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP 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
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
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
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 Informative. Great handouts to take away. Thanks” Megan – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
This session has been very informative and an eye opener. Jackie was excellent in her delivery.
Mustafa Bhaiji from Manton Pharmacy
“Great course from a knowledgeable trainer. Remote webinar worked perfectly and still enabled interaction and group discussion. Trainer was also extremely helpful with advice after the course was over. Would recommend to anyone” Cogent Online Training – April 2021
Cogent - April 2021
“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
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
Very interesting presentation which allowed me to gain a proper overview of the GDP process. Isatec on site training – Jack Shock
GDP/RP Training
“I would like to thank Brian for coming up to us – he made a difficult subject easy to understand and also helped us with real life scenarios – not just following the curriculum, which whilst hurt our timescales – was much more beneficial for us.” Cogent (Face to Face) Training – November 2021
Cogent (Face to Face Training)- November 2021
“The training was very informative and well-structured. I found it to be both engaging and relevant to my role. The material was clear, and the examples provided were helpful in understanding the key concepts. I especially appreciated the practical application tips shared. Brian did an excellent job of explaining complex topics in an easy-to-understand manner. The pace was just right, and the interactive elements kept the session engaging. I`m so glad I`ve decided to have the training face to face, it really makes a difference in terms of engagement.” – Cogent RP Training – November 2024
Face to Face Training: Informative and Well Structured
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
Lots of information and keeps you engaged. Isatec on site training – Abbey Tullett
GDP/RP 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
I found the information very useful and interesting. I will use the information given in the future for orders I do and also to check all relevant procedures that are needed.
Nicola Taylor from Survitec
“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
Pharmacy consulting helped us to map our warehouse and also to map our new pharmacy fridge they were much cheaper that the other quotes we had and they also trained up the staff on the cold chain SOPs we had jointly written. Thank you Jackie for all your help!
Testimonial from Aditya, Dartford
“Very interactive, answered all my questions and pointers in the right direction.” Ade – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“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
“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
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 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
“An ‘All-Inclusive’ Training” Pop Ohelga – Course Rating 10/10
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
The trainer was highly skilled and professional. We now feel very well informed and supported to start our critical GDP inspection.
From Frank Carter Asante
“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