Course Description:This course will provide an overview of the USP organization, history, regulatory status, standards and standards revision process. Specific focus will be given to the effective use of the USP–NF and
Pharmacopeial Forum.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the proper use for the Pharmacopeial Forum Notices
- Describe the types of USP-NF monographs
- Explain how the USP–NF is used: sections, content, regulatory status, publication cycles, and official dates
Who Should Participate:
- Laboratory scientists
- Laboratory managers
- QA/QC staff in the pharmaceutical and allied industries
- Regulatory professionals
There will be a knowledge assessment at the end of the course. If this course is taken as part of the USP certificate program, you will be required to pass this knowledge assessment with a score of 80 percent to determine if your comprehension of the topics presented meets USP’s minimum requirements.Access Duration:
Access to this course expires 6 months from the date of registration or until you mark the course ‘Complete’ – whichever occurs first.
USP Approved Instructor
Robert Shimihara
USP Staff
RPO Strategic Projects Director - RPO Chemical Medicines
B.S., Chemistry, University of Redlands, California