Efficient GMP Training Systems - Live Online Training
18/19 November 2025
Course No. 22048
Speakers
Michael Hopper
GXPPRO
Dr Katrin Prospero
Vetter Pharma-Fertigung
Linda Reijinga
Ferring
Dr Franz Schönfeld
Regierung von Oberfranken
Dr Sabine Hauck
dequra pharma consult hauck, Chair of ECA ATMP Interest Group
Luigi Scaffidi
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma
All times mentioned are CET
Objectives
You will understand the EU GMP requirements with regard to “Training programmes should be available” and how to interpret them
You will learn about the creation and content of a training programme and how training systems are designed and implemented in different pharmaceutical companies
You will learn about new training systems e.g. virtual reality
You will learn how to optimise the quality of training and how to present your training system during inspections
You will learn about the views and expectations of inspectors
Background
The training requirements for employees in the GMP-regulated environment are increasing. Pharmaceutical companies are required to plan and conduct training courses and to evaluate the success of the training.
Requirements for training are (among others) laid down in the Commission Directive (EU) 2017/1572 – “The personnel shall receive initial and ongoing training, the effectiveness of which shall be verified…” and the EU GMP Guide Chapter 2.
How can you implement those regulatory requirements into you daily business? What is the meaning of “effectiveness shall be verified” and what are the consequences for your company?
This ECA course will show you how to operate your training system in a GMP-compliant and effective way from the point of view of inspectorates and pharmaceutical companies. What is currently best practice will be shown on the example of the training management system of different pharmaceutical companies.
Target Group
This training is addressed to executives and employees from pharmaceutical companies and their suppliers who are
Training managers/ training specialists
Responsible for developing, executing and evaluating training programmes
Date / Technical Requirements / Presentations / Certificate
Date Tuesday, 18 November 2025, 09.00 – 16.45 h Wednesday, 19 November 2025, 09.00 – 16.00 h All times mentioned are CET
We use Webex for our live online training courses and webinars. At https://www.gmp-compliance.org/training/online-training-technical-information you will find all the information you need to participate in our trainings and you can check if your system meets the necessary requirements to participate. If the installation of browser extensions is not possible due to your rights in the IT system, please contact your IT department. Webex is a standard nowadays and the necessary installation is fast and easy.
The presentations will be made available to you prior to the Live Online Training as PDF files. After the event, you will automatically receive your certificate of participation.
Optimising Quality of Training with a Focus on Virtual Reality Training
Changed situation
Employee survey
Standardized training material
Catalogue of topics / publication / booking of training
Development of new training methods with a focus on VR
Implementation and first experiences with virtual reality training
Presentation of Training Management System during Inspections
Preparation for inspection - Training on basic behaviour during the inspection
During the inspection - Presentation of the training system (frequently asked questions by inspectors) - Requested documents
Views and Expectations of an Inspector
Regulatory requirements
Responsibilities
Types of training
Assessment of training
Evaluating/Validating Training
Kirkpatrick Model
Design of assessment materials (based on standards)
Methods of assessment & quality assurance
Ensuring assessment decisions are objective
KPIs
Practical Example: The Concept of the modular Training System at Vetter Pharma-Fertigung GmbH & Co. KG - Qualification from Day one
Modular structure of the training system
Training center: Place of learning
The pharmaceutical trainer
Time Management and transfer of knowledge
Success control versus control of effectiveness
Escalation levels and their mechanisms in the event of repeated deviations
Experience from different Training Systems
Development from different training styles
Pros and cons of various approaches
Suggestions for effective training
Practical example: Development of TMS at Ferring GmbH
Design and structure of the training system
Prerequisites / authority requirements
Requirements for the software used
Implementation of structure and mapping of the training system in a training documentation system (including eSig of training participants, trainers and system managers)
Interfaces to relevant systems
Paperless documentation.
Reports (Controlling of training status / automation of processes)
Switching to a new TMS
Practical Example: Training Concept at Boehringer Ingelheim, Case Study: Aseptic Facility in Ingelheim
Classic vs. modern training technologies
Periodic re-training
Assessment of training
Place of playful learning: Training Center
Question and Answer Sessions
A set of live Q&A sessions will give you the possibility to interact with the speakers and get answers to your questions.
Testimonials
Seminar Programme as PDF