79 Reviews and Success Stories

“After gaining around four years of experience in the medical devices field, I felt it was time to take the next step and advance in the pharmaceutical sector. After some research, I chose this course because I thought it would benefit me the most. The application process was easy, and the people I communicated with from the beginning left me with good impression. Now I’m already thinking about the next course I will apply to! I recommend this experience to everyone!”

“I can honestly say that since starting the eBioPharmaChem course and now the eValidation course my career opportunities have grown immensely. I am using the skills learned on the course in my role as a process tech on a daily basis, I am also improving my career prospects by upskilling in a new area in validation. I would highly recommend anyone looking to get into the Pharma industry to consider doing one of the many GetReskilled courses”

“The eBioPharmaChem course provided by GetReskilled through Springboard+ has been an outstanding experience. The course is well-structured and delivers high-quality content that is both comprehensive and easy to follow. It offers a perfect balance of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, making it highly relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. The online format was incredibly convenient, allowing me to learn at my own pace while balancing other commitments. The support from the coordinators and tutors, especially Sinead Creaner, was exceptional.

Their prompt responses, clear guidance, and willingness to assist made the learning process seamless and enjoyable. This course has equipped me with valuable skills and insights into pharmaceutical manufacturing, commissioning, qualification, and validation processes. It has boosted my confidence and prepared me for roles within this exciting industry. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to upskill, change careers, or enter the pharmaceutical sector. It is an excellent opportunity to gain industry-relevant qualifications and take the next step in your professional journey.”

I’d recommend this course to anyone that wants to work in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing industry and is interested in building a successful career in this area. The online experience is working well for me as I study around work and family commitments.

The companies I applied for were very impressed. I am currently working in Boston Scientific manufacturing Balloon Catheters for Gallstone patients.

With two Bachelor’s degrees and 10 years work experience as a Health Care Professional, Aaron Bates had decided he wanted to change his career path. After some research, he decided that a new career in pharmaceutical manufacturing might be just what he was looking for. So, with the assistance of Springboard funding, he began GetReskilled’s Certificate in BioPharmaChem program.

“Focus just as much on learning to actually educate yourself as much as passing exams.”

I found the course quite useful from that point of view – I was able to understand terms and concepts about what happened in a pharmaceutical plant. So when I constructed my CV it was useful .. when it came to the interview it was useful again to be able to talk with a bit more authority about what goes on and link it to my own background.

“It has been a great course to re-familiarize myself with the area after such a long time away and it’s brilliant that you can study in your own time & at home (so you don’t have travel & childminding costs)”

“I took GetReskilled’s 8 month eBioPharmaChem Course and started in an entry-level role at Pfizer. I kept studying and I eventually leveraged my experience and academic qualifications and landed my dream job as a C&Q Specialist.

I am grateful for everything I learned in the biopharmaceutical course through Getreskilled. The course was easy to follow and covered everything I needed to know. Help was always available when I needed it. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to succeed in the biopharmaceutical field. Thanks, Getreskilled, for a great experience!

GetReskilled is an excellent service, it solves the problem of the daunting task of entering a new industry. Their easy to follow modules ensure the student is learning at the correct pace and in a progressive manner. The program is broken down into manageable units, the time allocated for each module is generous, the coordinators are very knowledgeable and willing to help. No problem or question is too big or too small. A great way to retrain, up-skill and increase your potential to be the best you can be.

Feel the fear but do it anyway. You will be glad you did and very surprised how manageable it is.

“The course gave me an understanding of key pharmaceutical concepts, document traceability and the science behind pharmaceutical products

This is an excellent course for those wishing to work in the pharmaceutical sector

The online course was very enjoyable and has helped me on a day to day basis in my career”

“The Certificate in eBioPharmaChem program that I took in 2019 will be my entry to a career in the Pharmaceutical Industry, the modules were challenging but my experience with ISO in my former job helped me a lot. I would like to thank GetReskilled for giving me all their support to join the Pharma industry.

There are different kinds of jobs in the pharmaceutical industry to choose from which will suit you.

It brings me back memories of 17 years of work experience in an ISO Certified medical clinic back home and a switch of a career with our suppliers to the Pharma Industry.”

“I found the course was run very professionally. The course notes and videos supplied were excellent, the notes tied in very efficiently and accurately with the videos.

Highly recommended to anyone. This course was excellent.”

“I just wanted to let you know that it’s been great studying with your entire team.

This is a great opportunity for a career change.

I have the confidence for a apply for a good-paying job.”

“The program was the best choice that I did for myself. It is bringing me the opportunity to work in an area that challenges me. It was very important for me because amplified my chances of returning to my professional career.

I would say to not be afraid. Especially because a career in the pharmaceutical industry is very promising.”

“I found the course was run very professionally. The course notes and videos supplied were excellent, the notes tied in very efficiently and accurately with the videos.

Dr Joe Brady’s presentation on the videos and his expertise and help at the webinars was outstanding. I found it very easy to continue studying even though I found employment two months into the course. I would highly recommend this course to anyone hoping to further their education in this field.”

“I had always harbored a deep passion for science and felt the need to channel that interest into a fulfilling career. After years in a different field, I knew it was time to take a leap and align my work with something I truly cared about.

The experience of the course was nothing short of amazing. From day one, the quality of the lectures, the self directed learning, and the support from my educators was incredible. The modules were practical and relevant, allowing me to build a strong foundation in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sciences. Even while juggling studies and full-time responsibilities, I felt inspired and supported every step of the way.

Completing this programme has been a transformative experience. While still studying, I secured a role in the medical device industry—an achievement that would not have been possible without this program. This job has opened doors to an amazing career path, providing both stability and immense potential for growth. For my family, it means security and the opportunity to build a brighter future, all while pursuing work that I’m passionate about.

This course has allowed me to realize my ambitions, and I’m deeply grateful for the chance to reinvent my career and future.””

“I started this course in March 22 and completed in March 23. The support I received was excellent Sinead was always there I even remember emailing Sinead on a Sunday and received a reply within 15 minutes. This course has definitely helped further my career.”

“I chose a Springboard+ course to advance my career and secure a promotion in the pharmaceutical industry. The Certificate in Bio PharmaChem  was the perfect fit, offering valuable insights and practical knowledge that boosted my confidence and skills. Completing this program has been life-changing for both my career and family. It opened doors to new opportunities and provided a clear path for growth in a competitive field. The Springboard+ funding made it all possible. Balancing adult responsibilities and education can be tough, but this support eased the financial burden.

I’m truly grateful for this incredible initiative and highly recommend it to anyone aiming to upskill and achieve their goals. If you’re considering a career change into pharma, go for it! It’s a rewarding field with great opportunities. Springboard+ courses provide the skills and support you need to succeed, even while managing work and life commitments. This program was a life-changing opportunity, giving me the skills and confidence to advance my career while easing the financial burden of education. I’m truly grateful for the support!”

“I decided to enroll in the Certificate in BioPharmaChem online course to pivot my career towards the dynamic field of biopharmaceuticals. My experience with the course was nothing short of transformative. The course content was thorough and practical, giving me the skills I needed to feel confident in my career path. Completing this program has brought stability and growth that have positively impacted professional life. I’m grateful for this opportunity and excited for the future ahead.”

I have been working in the automotive components manufacturing industry since 1992 and I recognised that I had to upskill in order to get into the medical device/ pharmaceutical industry. In 2013 I secured a six-month contractual position as a process engineer.

Adrian now works as a Chemical Process Technician for a pharmaceutical company. He’s been doing this since October 2014 and it’s an interesting job that he enjoys. It’s also a job that he thinks is an option for more people than you might realise – his prior work experience isn’t entirely ‘traditional’.

It seems to be a booming industry… it’s absolutely worthwhile investing a little bit of your own down time or private time to do this online course at home, at your leisure.

It’s worked to my advantage and I can’t praise the course and the people that run the course, highly enough because I believe without them I mightn’t have gotten into the position I was, as quick as I did. And without that course, I wouldn’t have progressed as fast as I did.

I found the course to be interesting, structurally well planned with the opportunity for practical application of the course modules through various assignments.

I have worked in the Medical device/Pharmaceutical and Food industries and found the course to be extremely relevant to all industries.

“I would highly recommend anyone in my situation who has been out of the industry for a period of time to do these courses. They have contributed to my new found confidence in my existing and new qualifications, my improved interview skills and my new job!”

“Having just moved to Ireland, I was looking for a course that would help me upskill and also help me secure a job in the Pharmaceutical industry. This particular course has been a great help in achieving that.  The course material was very relevant and the course coordinator was flexible and always approachable for any queries.

I found the course interesting, challenging, rewarding and valuable. After attending the course I managed to find a job in a pharmaceutical/medical device industry straight away. I am starting to apply the skills that I learnt from the course which will be a great contributor to my career. I already have, and will, recommend this course to others.”

“First of all, I would like to thank all of the Course Leaders, Coordinators and members of Classroom Support who organised and shared their knowledge to this programme. I really enjoyed how lectures are organised. The online structure really suited me perfectly because I could do it in my own pace at home while working full-time. It was really challenging at times but it’s all worth it because topics are all related to my current role.

Having completed this 4-year Bsc Degree Course I have gained my confidence to climb up into a better position in the industry. I got promoted from Production Operator/Process Technician into a Production Specialist.

I am really grateful for the opportunity to be part of this programme. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone aiming to further progress their career in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.”

“The online learning in this program has given me a better perspective on finding a better paying job and upgraded my self-esteem in relation to learning in English. Thank you Getreskiled for this opportunity.

Being able to study and enrich your career is one of life’s greatest rewards.

This program gave me the confidence to study in a new language. Also, it has opened up an opportunity for me to find a better paying job in my profession. I am not afraid to continue with this mode of study.”

“Completing this course with GetReskilled really gave me a great start on changing to a career in the pharma industry. For a self-employed person, the online format of the course really suited me as I could do it from home in my own time. The course gives a great insight into the pharma industry and on how to get a job in the industry.

Don’t give up, it’s not easy to find the time but worth it when you do.

I suppose as someone that has worked in painting for over twenty years I never really thought I could change. But even going through the application process for this course and completing it has given me the confidence that I needed.”

“I’m a foreign person in this country with huge experience from my own country but somehow employers just did not recognise my qualifications. However, upon completing this course I finally feel more recognised.”

“I’m forever grateful for the opportunity. I thought I would never be able to take any university accredited program considering I have kids and a full-time job. With GetReskilled, it is actually possible. Patience and determination can make it happen.

If I can do it, you can do it too. Never too late to keep learning or change career.”

“Change can be scary, but if your instincts tell you this is the right move, trust them. You deserve to pursue a fulfilling career. I’m deeply grateful for this opportunity and for everyone who made this experience possible.”

“Working full-time and studying can be hectic and time-consuming, however, being an online course gave me the opportunity to study at my own pace. Also thanks to GetReskilled for providing all the necessary materials needed and easily accessible online. I would recommend this programme to anyone new or thinking of upgrading your skills in Pharmaceutical industry.”

“I decide to do the course as l had already done a conversion to pharma course with GetReskilled and really enjoyed it.l had been self employed as a dentist for many years and was looking for a career change. The course was really well presented the study materials lectures and notes were very clear. l enjoyed all the modules and the knowledge l have gained has been really helpful in my new career. I found it easy to fit in study at weekends and for a few hours during the week while working full time. The job hunting module was really great as l hadn’t had to do an interview or prepare a CV for many years.

The fact that the course was Springboard+ funded was a real bonus. My course coordinator Sinead was absolutely excellent, during the course l had to deal with a situation where my husband became very ill and she couldn’t have been more accommodating or helpful. I was fortunate to get a job in Pharma. l have been working as a process technician in Pfizer for over a year now. l absolutely love my new career l work with a great team and l really am so glad l made the decision to take this course.”

When Jeffery Kophamel started his reskilling journey into pharma, he already had a Masters in Mechanical Engineering and had over twenty-five years of engineering experience. Despite this background, he couldn’t find a way in to pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing.

“I would say to anybody out there, if you’re thinking about doing the validation course, just go for it. Do it.

There’s a great opportunity within the course to learn. There’s a lot of detail about what goes on in the industry, on the floor, how things happen. Focus just as much on learning to actually educate yourself as much as passing exams. You actually have to embrace it and really get interested in the course material.

Having faced a career change in the middle of an economic downturn, I lost some of my confidence and needed a major boost. The area of Biopharmaceutical operations and validation was of interest to me as it does play an important role in the pharmaceutical industry at present.

I have now been working at Johnson and Johnson Vision Care as a Validation Engineer and I look forward to putting what I have learned into practice.

“Studying online gives you the time to do the course in your own time yet with assignment deadlines this made you disciplined to meet the deadlines set. I would have no hesitation in recommending these courses to anyone wishing to gain an education in the pharmaceutical sector.”

“Having been previously educated and worked in the hospitality industry for 10 years, the Covid 19 pandemic and its major effect on hospitality opened my eyes to the fact that while I was content in the industry, I was not happy going forward in it. I wanted to return to college to change careers but I needed to also work full time and I was not sure of where to start. I researched online and found GetReskilled and shortly after undertaking their conversion course into pharmaceutical/medical device GMP certificate. Following this I completed a level 7 eBiochem course accredited through Technological University Dublin and I am currently studying eValidation level 7 with a view of going all the way to a degree in the Manufacture of Medicines.

The best thing for me in my situation is the fact that the modules are delivered 100% online and can be accessed at any time of the day. I changed jobs during a course and was working different shifts in both but this did not affect my learning as it is completely flexible. The course coordinators check in on you to make sure you are keeping up to speed with the workload and they are on hand to support you if you have any difficulties.

I have just started a new position at Cara Partners which is a pharmaceutical company based in Cork. Thanks to GetReskilled I have gained the skills and knowledge necessary to jumpstart my career in the industry. I stand proud as a testament to their effectiveness in transforming careers and opening doors to endless opportunities. I wholeheartedly recommend GetReskilled and it is the best investment you will ever make if you want to start in this industry.”

“The Certificate in eBioPharmaChem program gave me a lot of confidence in myself. The online structure suited me perfectly as well as being able to work on it from home and in my own time. Regulatory affairs, as well as product research and development, are two areas of huge interest to me. While I did it ‘on the fly ‘ before. Having completed the course I have a much better understanding of both and in my ability to apply them.

Take the first step to move in the right direction.

It gave me a huge boost when I was accepted. Jerry who interviewed me on the phone mentioned that over 200 applied and 50 would be accepted. I feel privileged to have been accepted and my children were very proud of me too.”

“I really enjoyed the course, it gave me great confidence and taught me new skills and most importantly I am now working in a manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent course not just for the insight into the biopharmaceutical industry, but it also gives you a great idea of who you are and through updating your CV and getting involved with social media, betters your chance of finding employment.

This programme was hard at times but the help was there whenever it was required, so on completion, I have new confidence going into the future.”

“As a pipefitter/Plumber who worked within the pharmaceutical industry for the last 20yrs, the Certificate in eBiopharmachem course gave me the tools I required for a career change and to upskill for a job in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Without this course, I don’t think I would have achieved this. I am happy to say that I have been successful in my employment search and am now employed as a process operator.

It is worth the challenge and with hard work and determination, you can achieve your goal.

It gave me a better understanding of pharmaceutical protocols and how the pharmaceutical industry works as a whole.”

“I like this course. I think it is helpful in getting new knowledge and skills. I would recommend it for people who don’t have time to attend day or evening courses by any reason and especially for those whom English is not their native language. Don’t think just do it”

“I recently was made redundant from the operations industry and wanted to start a new career path in the pharmaceutical industry. At the time, I did not know anything about it but accessing this program gave me better chances to get a better understanding of the industry and in the end a chance of getting a better-paid job with big potential in advancing career.”

“The quality of the course content was excellent and very substantial and covered all aspects associated within the Pharmaceutical, Bio-Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries.
Information that I feel could and would be very much a requirement for the type of work I would be seeking, within such companies.”