Upcoming Biotility certificate short courses

Biotility at the University of Florida , part of the CTSI Translational Workforce Development Program, is committed to providing high-quality education and training to facilitate the professional growth of each participant.

These short courses are attended by professionals, students preparing to enter industry careers, and researchers, all of whom seek to expand and deepen their knowledge in technical and regulatory details unique to biotechnology industries and translational research.

Below are course offerings for August 2019.

Online Courses

Developed and taught by an industry expert in the field of medical devices, these content-rich, self-paced courses were created to provide flexible options for busy schedules. The registration fee for these courses is $125.


Core Concepts in Biomanufacturing and Quality Systems: Applications of cGMPs

This 2-day course provides future or current employees a comprehensive and applied understanding of how regulatory compliance is built into all aspects of a company. Using a blend of hands-on applications and lectures, course instructors integrate current Good Manufacturing Practices with core concepts of the manufacturing process, facilities, quality systems, and documentation to build a solid understanding of the development, manufacture, testing, and release of a regulated product.

  • Wednesday, August 28, 2019, and Thursday, August 29, 2019
  • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.                                                                       
  • Registration fee:  $250                                                                                                                                    

Cleanrooms and Gowning

This course combines lectures on cleanroom operations, design, and procedures, with hands-on experience with aseptic technique and gowning practices in an actual cleanroom environment. The Cleanrooms and Gowning course offers an excellent opportunity for current or future industry professionals to gain practical experience within this critical aspect of cGMPs.

  • Friday, August 30, 2019
  • 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.                                                                  
  • Registration fee:  $200