Level 3 – Aseptic Pharmaceuticals

As an Aseptic Science Manufacturing Technician, you’ll be the last line of defence against contamination—mastering sterilisation, quality control, and precision manufacturing to ensure life-saving medicines and vaccines are safe for patients.

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Qualification

Level 3

Subject area

Science

Course type

Apprenticeship

Course length

22 months

What is an aseptic pharmaceutical?

Pharmaceutical manufacturing demands precision. Contamination control is everything.

As an Aseptic Science Manufacturing Technician, you’ll work in cutting-edge cleanrooms, ensuring medicines and vaccines meet the highest standards.

You’ll master sterilisation, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. This apprenticeship is for those who thrive under pressure, work with precision, and are committed to patient safety.

What will I learn?

This programme is for those who don’t just want a job—they want to be the guardians of patient safety. Whether you’re an existing team member or new to the field, you’ll develop the expertise, precision, and resilience needed to thrive in aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing.

You’ll become a specialist in sterile processing, learning how to operate in high-tech cleanrooms where contamination isn’t an option. You’ll master sterilisation techniques, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that every medicine and vaccine meets the strictest safety and quality standards.

From contamination control and aseptic technique to pharmaceutical formulations and process validation, you’ll get hands-on experience with industry-leading methods. You’ll learn to anticipate risks, troubleshoot issues, and maintain airtight compliance in a field where even the smallest mistake can have serious consequences.

But it’s not just about technical skills. You’ll sharpen your ability to work under pressure, make quick, informed decisions, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. You’ll develop the discipline, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence that define top aseptic technicians.

By the end of this apprenticeship, you won’t just be working in aseptic manufacturing—you’ll be leading the charge in pharmaceutical precision.

Course Modules

Module 1
Professional Development and Study Skills

Apprentices will explore workplace behaviours and learn the importance of reflective practice. This module sets the foundation for their apprenticeship, helping them build self-awareness, professionalism, and continuous learning habits.

Module 2
Health & Safety in a Processing Environment

This module covers essential workplace safety regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act. Apprentices will learn how to assess risks, follow safety protocols, and maintain compliance in a high-risk environment.

Module 3
Aseptic Pharmaceuticals

Aseptic processing is all about precision. Apprentices will explore the chemistry, biology, and anatomy behind pharmaceutical manufacturing. They’ll learn about contamination risks, sources, and prevention while diving into pharmaceutical formulations to ensure products are safe, sterile, and effective.

Module 4
Process Operations, Maintenance and Calibration

Apprentices will develop hands-on skills in manufacturing processes, from start-up to shutdown. This includes process control, equipment maintenance, serviceability, and calibration, ensuring operational efficiency and product quality.

Module 5
Quality Procedures

This module explores internal and external quality requirements in a scientific workplace. Apprentices will understand how quality standards impact reliability and accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Module 6
Problem Solving and Solutions

Apprentices will develop problem-solving strategies and learn how to apply them in their workplace. They’ll also explore error reporting and its role in maintaining quality-centric processes.

Module 7
Improving Processes and Procedures

This module focuses on continuous improvement methods to boost efficiency. Apprentices will learn how to analyse workplace processes and implement changes that enhance productivity and service quality.

Module 8
Environmental Management

Apprentices will explore the environmental impact of their work and how to improve resource efficiency. This module covers sustainability strategies to reduce waste and ensure compliance with environmental regulations

Module 9
EPA Preparation

This final module prepares apprentices for their End Point Assessment. They’ll complete final training, review key concepts, and book their assessment date with the End Point Assessment Organisation.

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What makes this programme great?

Here are a few reasons why our programmes are unique

  • Expert work-based learning coaches – our training team has real-world Science and Technology experience, academic qualifications up to PhD level, and a wealth of teaching expertise.
  • Science and Technology through and through – our employers work on everything from earthworks to networks, and from cancerous cells to concrete.
  • Flexible – our learning programmes are built with employers, for employers. They’re modularised and flexible, to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need. And all the training is delivered through a flexible mix of online and on-site training.
  • Apprentices you need, when you need them – we understand businesses resourcing needs won’t stick to anyone else’s schedule. We don’t work to arbitary start dates around the academic calendar or tax years. We’ll find and start your apprentices on programme whenever you need them.

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