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ISO 20387 Bio-banking Management System Lead Implementer Course

Cognicert ISO 20387 Bio-banking Management System Lead Implementer Course equips individuals with the skills to implement compliant biobanking systems.

2026 TRAINING DATES23–27 February 2026 · 4–8 May 2026 · 3–7 August 2026 · 9–13 November 2026
ONLINE TRAINING£1,500
SELF-STUDY£600
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Cognicert  ISO 20387 Bio-banking Management System Lead Implementer Course

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Training Overview:

The "ISO 20387 Lead Implementer Course" is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to plan, implement, and manage a biobanking system in accordance with ISO 20387:2018. This course focuses on the specific requirements of ISO 20387 and provides practical guidance on establishing and maintaining a compliant biobanking system. Participants will gain the expertise to lead the implementation of ISO 20387 in biotechnology laboratories and organizations.

Target Audience:

The target audience for the "ISO 20387 Lead Implementer Course" includes:

  1. Biotechnology Professionals: Professionals working in the biotechnology sector responsible for implementing ISO 20387 in their organizations.
  2. Laboratory Managers: Laboratory managers and supervisors in biotechnology facilities seeking to implement ISO 20387.
  3. Quality Assurance Specialists: Quality assurance professionals involved in establishing and managing biobanking systems.
  4. Biobank Administrators: Individuals responsible for the day-to-day operation and compliance of biobanks.

Reference Standards:

The primary reference standard for this course is ISO 20387:2018 - "Biotechnology - Biobanking - General Requirements for Biobanking." In addition, the training may reference ISO 9001:2015 - "Quality Management Systems" as a general framework for quality management principles and practices.

Objectives:

The objectives of the "ISO 20387 Lead Implementer Course" are:

  1. Understanding ISO 20387: To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the ISO 20387 standard and its significance in biotechnology laboratories and biobanking.
  2. Implementation Principles: To familiarize participants with the principles of implementing ISO 20387 effectively.
  3. Lead Implementer Competencies: To develop the competencies required to lead the implementation of ISO 20387 in biotechnology laboratories and organizations.
  4. Biobanking Best Practices: To equip participants with knowledge of best practices for establishing and managing biobanks in compliance with ISO 20387.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, participants should be able to:

  1. Interpret and apply the requirements of ISO 20387:2018 to establish and manage a biobanking system.
  2. Plan and execute the implementation of ISO 20387 in their biotechnology laboratory or organization.
  3. Establish policies, procedures, and documentation to support compliance with ISO 20387.
  4. Ensure the effective management of biobanking activities and continuous improvement of the system.
  5. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to lead the implementation of ISO 20387 in their biotechnology setting.

Training Content:

The training content should cover various aspects of ISO 20387 implementation. Here's a breakdown of potential content areas:

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 20387

Module 2: Principles of ISO 20387 Implementation

Module 3: ISO 20387 Requirements

Module 4: Implementation Planning

Module 5: Documentation and Policies

Module 6: Risk Assessment and Mitigation

Module 7: Biobank Infrastructure and Equipment

Module 8: Personnel and Training

Module 9: Biobank Operations

Module 10: Auditing and Internal Assessment

Module 11: Continual Improvement

Module 12: Leading the Implementation Team

Module 13: Certification and Compliance

Duration: 5 days

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Duration: 5 Days

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2026 COURSE CALENDAR

Training, exam and application dates

Fees include the items specified in the Cognicert 2026 training calendar. Late applications incur £50.

TRAINING DATESEXAMAPPLICATION DEADLINELATE APPLICATIONONLINE FEESELF-STUDY FEEENROL
23–27 February 202627 February 20263 February 202610 February 2026£1,500£600Enrol
4–8 May 20268 May 202613 April 202621 April 2026£1,500£600Enrol
3–7 August 20267 August 202613 July 202620 July 2026£1,500£600Enrol
9–13 November 202613 November 202612 October 202621 October 2026£1,500£600Enrol

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