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The ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Examination for Industry Personnel

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ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Exam

The ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ offers qualifications in the ethical promotion of prescription medicines for industry personnel.

The ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Exam is an appropriate accredited examination for industry personnel to comply with Clause 9.4 of the ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry.  

It helps to make sure that all industry personnel have the understanding they need to promote medicines.

There are two qualifications – the Advanced Professional Programme for Industry Personnel aimed at those who promote medicines to prescribers and the Intermediate Professional Programme for Industry Personnel for those who do not prescribe.  

The exams are challenging and it requires commitment to successfully pass them.

It is a requirement of the ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Code of Practice that an appropriate exam is sat during the first year of employment in any relevant industry role and is passed within two years. It is possible to take the exam in advance of applying for jobs in this area.

ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ Exam website

The ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ provide a dedicated  which details information about the exams offered, as well as a straightforward way of booking the exams. The website provides:

  • information about the ÐÇ¿ÕÊÓÆµ exams for industry personnel
  • a range of frequently asked questions about the exam
  • facilities to register and schedule exams or view results
  • facilities to order and purchase learning manuals and e-learning
  • a facility to order a replacement certificate (for those already qualified), or for employers to verify a qualification.

If you have questions about the exam or the booking process, please visit the  section of the exams website.

For further information, please visit the  page of the exams website where you can submit your enquiry.

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Last modified: 27 March 2025

Last reviewed: 27 March 2025