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Good Laboratory Practice Course

Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.

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Introduction

This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts, definitions, regulations, Acts and requirements for Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). The focus of the course is on the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) principles of GLP, which are recognised as the international standard for GLP. Individuals will be able to understand and apply the requirements of GLP for the effective operation of a laboratory.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  1. Laboratory Managers
  2. Supervisors
  3. Technicians
  4. Analysts
  5. Post graduate students

Course Level: Foundation

Course Outline

Course Objectives

  • Introduction to good laboratory practice
  • Detrmine the Documentation
  • Understanding Requirements for facilities
  • Understand Requirements for equipment
  • Dermine Occupational health and safety

 


Course Modules

Course Outline

Introduction to good laboratory practice

  • What is GLP
  • The principles of GLP
  • Definitions of GCLP and GMP
  • The history of GLP
  • The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
  • GLP in South Africa

Documentation

  • Standard operating procedures
  • Results and reports
  • Literature management
  • Archive management
  • Document control

Requirements for facilities

  • Size
  • Construction

Requirements for equipment

  • Purchasing
  • Calibration
  • Maintenance

Test and reference items

  • Handling
  • Records
  • Storage
  • Transport

Occupational health and safety

  • Safety in the laboratory

The correct use of chemicals and reagents

  • Safety and storage

Waste disposal

  • Types of waste
  • Correct handling and disposal

Course Administration Details

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]


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Course Schedules

We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs. We use the highest quality learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Our face to face calendar allows you to choose any classroom course of your choice to be delivered at any venue of your choice - offering you the ultimate in convenience and value for money.

November 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
3 Nov - 7 Nov 5 days Kigali $1,500 Individual Group
3 Nov - 7 Nov 5 days Nairobi KES 83,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Mombasa KES 92,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Dubai $3,500 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Zanzibar $1,800 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Kisumu KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Cairo $4,200 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Cape Town $2,400 Individual Group

December 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Kigali $1,500 Individual Group
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 83,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Dubai $3,500 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Zanzibar $1,800 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Kisumu KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Accra $2,600 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Kampala $1,900 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 83,000 | $1,100 Individual Group

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Who else has taken this course?


# Job Title Organisation Country
1 Teacher International School of Kenya Kenya
2 Teacher International School of Kenya Kenya
3 Teacher International School of Kenya Kenya
4 Medical Laboratory Technologist Bank of Uganda (BoU) Uganda
5 Lab Technician International School of Kenya Kenya
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