Good Distribution Practices (GDP)

The Fundamentals of Good Distribution Practice for Consumer Healthcare

Good distribution practices (GDP) are a collection of guidelines that aim to resolve the challenges associated with properly distributing pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer healthcare products. In this course, learners will explore GDP by following a product from the end of manufacturing until its delivery to the customer. In addition, they will learn what happens in the case of complaints, returned products, and recalls.

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CEU Credits: 0.1
Course Code: ELM-812
Duration: 10 mins
Skill Level: Basic
Language: English
Final Exam: Yes
Certification: Yes
Version: V1.0
Effective Date: 07/24/2025

Curriculum for this course

Course Introduction
What is GDP?
Regulatory Framework
Setting the Scene
Receiving Materials
A Tour of the Cold Room
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System
Transportation Principles
Packing Products for Transport
Third-Party Management and Outsourcing Activities
Maintaining Control
Complaints
Returned Products
Additional Return Criteria
Recalls
Alert! Falsified Product!
Summary
Test Your Knowledge
v1.0 Course released on 08/26/2025

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