This module gives a general presentation of the CEP Procedure. The background and scope of the CEP Procedure is explained in detail, and a comparison with the Active Substance Master File (ASMF) procedure is made. The second part of the module will provide tools and tips on how to read a CEP and understand its content and gives details on how to use it in a marketing authorisation application. This part also addresses the recently implemented CEP 2.0.. The recording includes a Q&A session.
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Target audience
The module is of interest to all individuals involved in drug development, R&D, pharmaceutical quality assurance and quality control, as well as those working in regulatory affairs.
It is ideal for anyone looking to build a solid foundation knowledge of both the Ph. Eur. and the CEP Procedure, such as recent graduates or early-career professionals.
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Duration: 1 hour, 36 minutes
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Other Events / Training Sessions
- EDQM Virtual Training Programme: independent modules on the Ph. Eur., reference standards and the CEP Procedure
- How to read a CEP webinar
- Sterile substance CEP webinar
- Everything you've always wanted to know about the certification (CEP) procedure
On-Demand Webinars
Suggested viewing and reading
The EDQM recommends participants watch and read the pre-training materials listed below before watching a training module. The materials will help participants familiarise themselves with some basic concepts and topics which are not covered in detail in the webinar sessions.
- European regulations for medicines: Place and role of the EDQM and the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) - Duration: 27 minutes
- General concepts in the European Pharmacopoeia - Duration: 28 minutes
- How to participate in the elaboration of the European Pharmacopoeia - Duration: 24 minutes
- Find your way in the new Ph. Eur. Online platform: new features, advanced navigation and efficient searching - Duration: 51 minutes
- Find your way in Pharmeuropa – Duration: 12 minutes
- Find your way in the Knowledge database – Duration: 6 minutes
- Ph. Eur. Reference Standards: General Aspects - Duration: 22 minutes
- CEP at a glance

