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CAPA for Medical Devices Training that covers CAPA requirements, common root cause investigation tools, and how to prepare for an inspection of the CAPA process.
Our training is for the MedTech Industry including those involved in any part of a CAPA system.
Our blended learning course is a hybrid approach where you first complete eLearning modules on the underlying theory that better prepares you in advance of attending Live Classes with an Instructor that focus on practical application in a real life context.
For in-house groups, we can also offer an in-person format (without eLearning), if preferred.
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Our Methodology
Blended Learning is Better Learning
A two-step methodology with eLearning modules that help you master the theory better preparing you for practical workshops that embed the skills.
Course Structure Explained
Detailed Breakdown & Agenda
Learners first complete interactive eLearning modules to grasp the underlying theory, then attend live, instructor-led workshops emphasizing practical, real-world application.
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| Module 1 | Introduction to CAPA
Case Study A medical device failure and the need for CAPA |
| Module 2 | Corrective Action – Fundamentals
Case Study Conduct a root cause analysis using provided data |
| Module 3 | Preventive Action – Fundamentals
Case Study Proactive Risk Mitigation |
| Module 4 | Integrating CAPA with the QMS
Case Study Identifying gaps in a CAPA process |
| Module 5 | CAPA Process Verification and Monitoring
Case Study Auditing CAPA effectiveness |
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 09:00am | eLearning Recap Practical Workshop Identifying the Problem (Problem Statement – Scenarios), continued. |
| 10:30am | Break |
| 10:45am | Practical Workshop Evaluating the Risk and Impact, Determining the Plan to Investigate and Investigating the Problem and determining its Cause Practical Workshop Create an Action Plan and Implement CAPA Action Plan |
| 11:45am | Break |
| 12:00pm | Practical Workshop Verify Effectiveness and CAPA Process Steps |
| 1:00pm | Lunch |
| 1:45pm | RCA Methodologies Introduction Practical Workshop 5 Whys, 8D Root Cause Analysis, Cause & Effect, Pareto Chart |
| 3:15pm | Break |
| 3:30pm | Practical Workshop Root Cause Analysis (5 whys, Fishbone, 8D) Q&A
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| 5:00pm | Course Survey and Close |
Our Experts
Meet The Instructors
Our experts possess a wealth of industry experience acquired over years of practical application, and in addition, they demonstrate a combination of unwavering passion and a proven aptitude for training.
Our Instructor
Michelle Keane
Course Overview
CAPA Practitioner
At the end of this course, Learners will have the knowledge & skills to:
- Understand & implement the Seven CAPA Steps approach.
- Understand & meet FDA and European expectations when completing CAPAs.
- Learn how to conduct thorough Investigations into the causes of failure.
- Identify between Correction and Corrective Action.
- Identify between Corrective Action and Preventive Action.
- Generate Corrective Actions that address the Root Causes of failure.
- Document SMART Effectiveness Checks criteria.
- Determine the Effectiveness of Corrective Actions.
- Determine the Overall Effectiveness of a CAPA system.
This course would be targeted at those within the MedTech Industry who are involved in any part of a CAPA system, including:
- Operators
- Technical Staff
- Managers
- Quality/Regulatory Affairs Personnel
- Engineering or Support Functions
Before completing this course, each Learner should have the following knowledge and/or experience:
ISO 13485
- Must have experience of working with ISO 13485:2016 or knowledge of ISO 13485:2016
Medical Device Quality Management Systems
Knowledge of the following quality management principles and concepts:
- The relationship between ISO 13485 and applicable international regulatory requirements for medical devices
- The process approach used in quality management
Successful completion will entitle each Learner to receive a digital Certificate of Achievement within 1 business day.
In order to successfully complete this course, each Learner will need to:
- Complete the eLearning modules and obtain 70% or higher in the final assessments (MCQ-based) by the required deadline set in advance of the given workshop dates you are registered for (applies to blended format only)
- Fully attend the Instructor Workshops as 100% attendance is required
- Obtain 70% or higher in the graded assessments during the Instructor Workshops
If you are completing this training virtually, the following applies:
There are recommended requirements for each Learner in wishing to complete any of our eLearning modules. In our experience, Workplace IT environments’ internal configurations and available software can vary (new or old), and there may be various limitations or other restrictions in place, and as such, the functionality of any Learning Management System (LMS) may be impacted, restricted and may not perform well. Read the full technology requirements here.
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Customer Reviews
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4.4
Average Rating
37 global ratings
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Excellent course providing both theory and insight to this subject
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Very well presented course with good training templates to work in teams
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Very informative and useful course with an extremely knowledgeable and engaging teacher.
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The training was very effective at providing a wholistic view of the goals & intents of CAPAs, and the overall CAPA process from start to finish. While CAPAs can be intimidating, the training encourages you to have an open mind and positive perspective.
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Very informative session on CAPA
