This customizable training package is designed to develop and reinforce GMP-critical skills for professionals in the biomanufacturing industry. Strategically minimizing operational disruption while maximizing skill acquisition for GMP-regulated environments, our industry-informed curriculum is delivered by experienced instructors through a combination of online learning, immersive hands-on workshops, and flexible professional development microcredentials to ensure workforce readiness.

Subsidy Eligible: Save 50% with the CASTL BioWorks training subsidy. Eligible trainees pay just $1418 (reg. $2,837). More information below.

Program Structure 

Phase 1: Foundational Online Learning 

Participants begin with two self-paced CASTL Online Academy (COA) modules to build foundational knowledge: 

• GMP Foundations: Introduces core GMP principles, SOP literacy, and regulatory readiness. 

• Fundamentals of Effective Risk Management: Covers risk identification, prioritization, and mitigation aligned with ICH Q9. 

Completion is required before progressing to in-person training. Learners retain access to materials for 90 days post-enrollment. 

Phase 2: Instructor-Led Short Courses (In-Person Hands-On Training) 

Delivered at CASTL’s GMP-simulated facilities in Montreal, Vancouver, or Charlottetown, this phase includes three mandatory short courses and one participant-selected workshop. 

Core Courses

• Cleanroom Cleaning & the 3-Bucket Method 
• GMP Investigations & Deviation Handling 
• Performing Risk Assessments in Regulated Environments 

Elective Workshop (Full Day) 

Participants choose one of the following: 

• Contamination Control 
• Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culturing  
• Bioreactor Operations 

Each session emphasizes real-world practice, regulatory alignment, and application of SOPs and tools such as CAPA, EM strategies, and bioreactor systems. 

Phase 3: Professional Development Microcredentials 

To support cross-functional excellence, participants complete microcredentials in areas such as: 

• Communication 
• Collaboration 
• Leadership 

These can be completed before, during, or after the technical training. All microcredentials are validated and monitored by CASTL. 

Program Benefits 

For Individuals 

• Develop industry-relevant skills through immersive learning. 
• Earn a CASTL BioWorks Certificate upon successful completion. 
• Improve career mobility with enhanced technical and professional competencies. 

For Employers 

• Accelerate onboarding and reduce training time. 
• Mitigate compliance risks with a workforce trained in current GMP expectations. 
• Upskill staff to support new technologies and roles, boosting organizational resilience. 

Program Completion and Certification Requirements 

To receive a CASTL BioWorks Certificate, participants must complete: 

• COA Online Modules 
• All in-person training sessions 
• Approved microcredentials 

All program elements must be completed within 60 days of contract signing. 

Reporting Obligations 

Employers and participants must complete intake, feedback, and post-program surveys as required by CASTL and its funding partner, Palette Skills. These support program transparency and improvement. 

Save 50% on this training

The CASTL BioWorks training program offers Canadian biomanufacturing industry employers the opportunity to save 50% on customized CASTL training programs to upskill or cross-train their employees.

Eligibility criteria for subsidy

• Must currently reside in Canada and be legally authorized to work. For individuals on a work permit, a minimum of one year of validity is required.
• Minimum of a high school education
• At least three years of work experience (can be full-time, part-time, or volunteer)
• Being considered for cross-training, new product streams, or career advancement

If all criteria are met, please complete the following form.

Register with the subsidy

Certificate of completion provided to successful participants.

Email info@castlcanada.ca to select your registration dates.