Karel de Grote Hogeschool
Micro-credential
- This micro-credential is part of the Advanced Therapies Training Program (ATTP).
- In the life sciences, quality is of vital importance. With the knowledge gained from this micro-credential, you will contribute to safe, effective, and compliant production environments.
- You will acquire insights and skills to meet the high standards of one of the most regulated and impactful sectors in the world.
- You will gain a clear understanding of quality systems, compliance requirements, and the roles within the production of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs), as well as broader pharmaceutical and biotechnological applications.
- The course consists of 5 days and is organised by ViTalent, the specialised training centre for pharma and biotech in Flanders.
- The language of instruction is English.
Have you already made your choice?
- Start your registration via the page of the chosen micro-credential(s).
- Stay informed about future dates.
Any questions?
Contact administrative assistant farrah.daponte@kdg.be or programme director steffi.matthyssen@kdg.be
What does the course look like?
- This micro-credential is worth 5 credits.
- You will attend 5 consecutive full days of teaching.
- The language of instruction is English.
- If you pass, you will receive a provisional degree certificate.
Programme
Monday 23 March 2026 - Product Life Cycle (by ViTalent trainers)
- Product life cycle management (including CQA & change control)
- Quality management system (QMS)
- Validation and qualification
- Production evolutions
Tuesday 24 March 2026 - Quality Control (QC) (by ViTalent trainers)
- Documentation (GdP)
- Sampling strategy
- Quality Control (QC) as a building block of pharmaceutical quality
Wednesday 25 March 2026 - Quality Assurance (QA) (by ViTalent trainers)
- Contamination control
- Deviations
- Release
- Complaint handling
Thursday 26 March 2026 - Introduction to Aseptic (by ViTalent trainers)
- Cleanroom
- Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilisation
- Aseptic equipment
- Gowning
- Lab-focused aseptic techniques
- Aseptic process simulation
Friday 27 March 2026 - Sterile Product & Audit
- Integrated practicum: from raw materials to release (ViTalent trainers)
- Audit behaviour (Normec Advipro trainers)
For whom?
This micro-credential is for future operators in the production and quality control of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs).
- You are already employed* in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or (bio)chemical sector. You want to broaden your expertise and tailor it to the specific needs of cell and gene therapies.
- You have recently graduated* as a bachelor or master in biomedical laboratory technology, pharmaceutical laboratory technology or (bio)chemistry.
No prior knowledge of Quality in Life Science Production is required.
Fee
- The fee for this micro-credential is €1,850.
- The fee includes lab experience and expert guidance.
- VAT is not applicable.
If cancelled or discontinued after the start, no refund is possible.
Support measures from the Flemish Government
This course is eligible for: SME e-wallet
Where will you attend classes?
The lessons take place at the ViTalent training centre. We expect you at the Science Park of the University of Antwerp, Galileilaan 15, 2845 Niel.
Want to learn more about Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products?
Within the Advanced Therapies Training Programme, you can also choose these micro-credentials:
If you pass all the micro-credentials, you will receive an additional postgraduate certificate.
Want to know more?
Join an open day
- Do you have questions about balancing study, work, and family?
- Not 100% sure which program is right for you?
- Ask our lecturers your questions and hear firsthand what it's like to study at KdG.
Join us at an open day or online info session
Saturday 14 March from 10:00 till 16:00 in Antwerp
Saturday 25 April from 10:00 till 14:00 in Antwerp
Saturday 20 June from 10:00 till 14:00 in Antwerp