Course description
Introduction to Cell & Gene Therapies
Cell & Gene Therapies are revolutionising modern medicine. Due to their capacity to cure diseases that were once considered incurable, this emerging industry is poised to continue growing and provide both hope to patients and exciting new opportunities to those working in the drug development sector.
Assuming no prior knowledge, this online course will lay the foundations of the industry including: core manufacturing considerations with their associated challenges, regulatory implications and sector-wide hurdles that still need to be addressed. Regardless of your job function, this course will kick start your career in the Cell & Gene Therapy Industry.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This course is aimed at new starters and is not focused on one job function. Intending to be the central course in our Cell & Gene Series learning pathway, this course intends to give pivotal knowledge to anyone who is new to the sector. Departments will vary, but may include:
- Process development
- Process & Research Scientists
- Regulatory Affairs
- C-Suite
Outcome / Qualification etc.
- Learn how cell and gene therapies have evolved over time
- Distinguish between cell and gene therapies and understand important definitions, including autologous and allogeneic
- Compare and contrast between core manufacturing principles for cell and gene therapies and consider the important logistical steps to get the treatment to the patient
- Understand EMA and FDA stances on this industry within the context of aseptic GMP, chain of custody and viral safety
- Consider key challenges standing in the way of larger-scale manufacturing, including a lack of appropriate infrastructure and lack of reimbursement models
Training Course Content
- Introduction to cell and gene therapy
- Manufacturing Considerations for Cell-Based Therapies
- Manufacturing Considerations for Gene-Based Therapies
- Regulatory Implications
- Common Challenges
Course delivery details
Gain real-time access to a subject matter expert delivering online training in a structured virtual classroom environment. Live online academies are virtual versions of some of our most popular face-to-face courses, delivered in bitesize sessions of 1.5-3 hours online.
Over 2 weeks students will learn through:
- Live interactive bitesize sessions
- Direct interaction with the trainer during live sessions
- Participation in interactive features within sessions including polls, Q&A, break out rooms, tasks, case studies, and more
- Revisiting recorded sessions with unlimited access for 30 days
- Interaction with peers during live sessions and through the online forum
Why choose PTI
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85% had applied content during the course to their role
Delivery rating:
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