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
I have really enjoyed the training. Zul is a very good communicator and very approachable. 🙂
Sonia Garcia Scriano - Caligorrx
“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. Great handouts to take away. Thanks” Megan – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
“Excellent from start to finish – 5 stars !”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person 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
“Well structured and presented course. Puveshni was very knowledgeable in the field and benefited her experience.” Abdirahman – Course Rating 10/10
GDP Training
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
“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
“Good Training day, thank you.” Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
Very good content and well presented.
Andrew Galloway
“Excellent content and delivery. Answered all questions with good detail.” Course Rating – 10/10
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
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
Excellent content and delivery. After the GDP/RP training course I’m feeling informed and empowered to ensure compliance.
David Jacobs from The DX
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 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
I am new to GDP and the trainer was very patient with my endless questions and answered them all with rounded practical answers that i can take back to my workplace and implement. Shirley Clifton – Ashford and St Peters Hospital
GDP/RP Training
“Really enjoyed the course yesterday and felt I got a lot from attending. Knowledge will be transferable to my role, as it progresses in new areas. Material was to a high standard and Jackie was a good, knowledgeable presenter.” Export Online Training – May 2021
Export 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
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
Informative & Interactive. Thank you.
Rima Gupta from Mode Pharma
“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
“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
“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
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 training, thorough explanations and enjoyable throughout.” David Lane – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
We loved your training at Niche!
Petra PageNiche Generics
” Very interesting presentation which allowed me to gain a proper overview of the GDP process” Jack – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“Great Presentation, very informative.” Roshni Rutton-Patel – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
Well structured and presented course. Puveshni was very knowledgeable in the field and benefited from her experience. Abdirahamn Sheikh – Irmaan
GDP/RP Training
‘Really informative, knowledgeable and interactive. Would recommend.’ Rachel Bown
GDP/RP Training
“Brian is very thorough and very informative. Interactive too. A++++, Highly recommended” Anonymous – Course Rating 9/10
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.
“Very helpful, clear, and precise. Thank you.” Rachel Wicks – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
‘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
Good knowledge and practical insight into the requirements.
Simon James
“Lot’s of information and keeps you engaged.” Abbey Tullett – Course Rating 10/10
GDP Training
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 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
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
This session has been very informative and an eye opener. Jackie was excellent in her delivery.
Mustafa Bhaiji from Manton Pharmacy
” 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
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
“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
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
“Really well presented and explained. Have a much better understanding of a very involved subject.” Vicky Stones 10/10
Export Training
“Very informative training day.” “Highly recommended”
Manus Mulligan
“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
“Very well presented and detailed course. A lot of my questions were answered.” Anonymous – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP Training
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
“Well prepared and delivered presentations which were insightful, interesting and helpful to any new RP.” – January 2021
Cogent - January 2021
A lot of valuable information to digest. Thank you Anna Drys – Oxford Hospital
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
“Many thanks to Brain the trainer” Wagdi Moussa – Course Rating 9/10
GDP & RP 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
“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
“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
“A lot of valuable information to digest! Thank you.” Anna Drys – Course rating 9/10
GDP Training
“An ‘All-Inclusive’ Training” Pop Ohelga – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“The trainer Wes was amazeballs. She showed deep knowledge in the subject matter and was very engaging”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person
The day was fun and I enjoyed the review of GDP requirements!
Nancy Nielson from Idis
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
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
Ash our trainer was very knowledgeable, friendly and helped us greatly on our training course, highly recommended. 10/10
Cogent Gold Standard 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
“This is the pharma cogent course “ronseal” excellent through the whole process”
Cogent Responsible Person, December 2020
Very informative. Thank you.
Katie Wenlock - Link Medical
The course is very informative and comprehensive which covers all aspects of EU GDP guidelines.
Haidar Al-Bukhari
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
“Excellent course, trainer and material were superb.” – KT, Hameln Pharma Ltd – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Relatable and Understandable Content
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
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
“Very informative course, well laid out and very educational throughout the whole course.” – Cogent RP Training, September 2024
Informative and well laid out course
“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
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
“Very clear, simple to follow. Interactive. Helpful.” Ade – Rating 9/10
Export 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
“Very informative course. Well worth attending.” Dave Smith 9/10
Export Training
Sandeep has a great knowledge of the subject “A good course”. Thanks. 24/04/2019 – Guy Spires from PRS distribution
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
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
Lots of information and keeps you engaged. Isatec on site training – Abbey Tullett
GDP/RP Training
“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
“Excellent Audit training course presented by experienced RP and lots of useful interactions with participants.” – Audit Training, January 2025
Excellent Audit Training
“An excellent course with almost 1/1 training. Interactive, knowledgeable trainer. Excellent venue.” Dr. Parry – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Brilliant training provided, answered all questions.” Ashish Morar – 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 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
“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
“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
“Excellent refresher, very informative. Thank you.” Addy Mohammed – Course Rating 10/10
GDP 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
“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
“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
“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
“Excellent delivery and trainer is very knowledgeable.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
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
“Covered all questions i had. I left with full knowledge on the topic.” Anonymous – Course Rating 8/10
GDP & RP Training