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 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
This session has been very informative and an eye opener. Jackie was excellent in her delivery.
Mustafa Bhaiji from Manton Pharmacy
“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
“Very interactive, answered all my questions and pointers in the right direction.” Ade – Course Rating 9/10
GDP Training
“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
“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
Ash our trainer was very knowledgeable, friendly and helped us greatly on our training course, highly recommended. 10/10
Cogent Gold Standard Training
“Excellent refresher, very informative. Thank you.” Addy Mohammed – Course Rating 10/10
GDP 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
“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
“Excellent course and extremely practical.” Online Cogent, March 2021
Cogent - March 2021
“Very informative training day.” “Highly recommended”
Manus Mulligan
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
“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
“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
“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 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
“Lot’s of information and keeps you engaged.” Abbey Tullett – Course Rating 10/10
GDP 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
Lots of information and keeps you engaged. Isatec on site training – Abbey Tullett
GDP/RP Training
“Very Informative. Great handouts to take away. Thanks” Megan – Course Rating 10/10
Export 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
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
“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
Well structured and presented course. Puveshni was very knowledgeable in the field and benefited from her experience. Abdirahamn Sheikh – Irmaan
GDP/RP 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
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, personable and very informative” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
“Excellent course, trainer and material were superb.” – KT, Hameln Pharma Ltd – Cogent RP Training – April 2024
Relatable and Understandable Content
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
“Very Informative and useful session” Rahinatu – Course Rating 10/10
Export Training
Very impressed, covered the majority of topics. James Weston – Orderline
GDP Training
“Well prepared and delivered presentations which were insightful, interesting and helpful to any new RP.” – January 2021
Cogent - January 2021
Informative & Interactive. Thank you.
Rima Gupta from Mode Pharma
“Great Presentation, very informative.” Roshni Rutton-Patel – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
The course is very informative and comprehensive which covers all aspects of EU GDP guidelines.
Haidar Al-Bukhari
“The gem is the trainer’s real world prospect on MHRA Inspector’s expectations” Cogent Online Training – July 2021
Cogent - July 2021
“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
“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
“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
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 delivery and trainer is very knowledgeable.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“The training was informative, covering all areas.” Anonymous – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP 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
“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
Good knowledge and practical insight into the requirements.
Simon James
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
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
“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
“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
“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
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 informative course, well laid out and very educational throughout the whole course.” – Cogent RP Training, September 2024
Informative and well laid out course
Jackie has the experience and ability to support new and existing pharmacy businesses unlike any other.
Phil LawesSuperintendent Pharmacist
“An excellent course with almost 1/1 training. Interactive, knowledgeable trainer. Excellent venue.” Dr. Parry – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP Training
“Excellent content and delivery. Answered all questions with good detail.” Course Rating – 10/10
GDP & RP Training
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
“Many thanks to Brain the trainer” Wagdi Moussa – Course Rating 9/10
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
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
Thoroughly enjoyed the course! Meallad Davoud 05/05/2020
Cogent Gold Standard GDP Online Training
A lot of valuable information to digest. Thank you Anna Drys – Oxford Hospital
GDP/RP 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
“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
“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
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
“This is the pharma cogent course “ronseal” excellent through the whole process”
Cogent Responsible Person, December 2020
“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
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
“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 good content and well presented.
Andrew Galloway
‘Really informative, knowledgeable and interactive. Would recommend.’ Rachel Bown
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
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
“Very well presented and detailed course. A lot of my questions were answered.” Anonymous – 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
“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
“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 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
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 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
“Excellent Audit training course presented by experienced RP and lots of useful interactions with participants.” – Audit Training, January 2025
Excellent Audit 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
We loved your training at Niche!
Petra PageNiche Generics
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
“The trainer Wes was amazeballs. She showed deep knowledge in the subject matter and was very engaging”
Cogent Gold Standard Responsible Person
“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
Informative and enjoyable. Lots of new avenues identified as resources. Thanks!
Chrissie Sharman - Caligorrx
“Very clear, simple to follow. Interactive. Helpful.” Ade – Rating 9/10
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
“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 trainer, very informative.” Anonymous – Rating 10/10
Export Training
“An ‘All-Inclusive’ Training” Pop Ohelga – Course Rating 10/10
GDP & RP 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
“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
“A lot of valuable information to digest! Thank you.” Anna Drys – Course rating 9/10
GDP 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
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
” There was a lot to take in, the course was very detailed” John Sie Han Woag – Course Rating 9/10
Export Training