Fundamentals of Life Sciences: Cleanrooms and Controlled Environments Production Training Course (PDA 617)

Introduction to Cleanroom Operations, Contamination Control, and Professional Conduct in Controlled Environments

20 - 21 May 2026
Bethesda, MD

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OVERVIEW

This introductory training course will provide a high level of understanding of what is required to manufacture in life sciences (medical device, pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical) and to speak intelligently to others who are more tenured in this space. Attendees will learn how a cleanroom works, how to behave in a production and lab space, and the needs for contamination control, understand the operations of life sciences production in clean and controlled environments, speak with understanding to personnel/customers who operate in life science, and have a level of understanding how to aseptically gown and handle themselves in cleanrooms and controlled environments.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this event, the attendee will be able to:

  1. Explain how a cleanroom works
  2. Explain operations of pharmaceutical/medical device solid oral dosage
  3. Demonstrate how to behave in life science environments
  4. Describe the needs for contamination control
  5. Interact with experienced personnel in life sciences

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is especially valuable for pharmaceutical sales professionals who want to:

  • Deepen Technical Knowledge: Gain a practical understanding of cleanroom operations, contamination control, and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Enhance Customer Conversations: Speak confidently with production, quality, and regulatory teams at pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies.
  • Build Credibility: Understand the fundamentals of cGMP, FDA/EMEA standards, and the impact of contamination control on product quality and compliance
  • Support Product Positioning: Learn how cleaning, gowning, and contamination control products fit into the broader context of life sciences manufacturing.
  • Identify Stakeholder Needs: Recognize the challenges faced by facility managers, microbiologists, validation engineers, and procurement teams.
  • Navigate Regulatory Environments: Stay informed about inspection observations, warning letters, and best practices that influence purchasing decisions.
  • Drive Value for Customers: Offer solutions that address real-world contamination risks and support regulatory compliance.

Recommended for:

  • Sales representatives, account managers, and business development professionals selling products or services to pharmaceutical manufacturers, compounding pharmacies, biotech firms, and medical device companies.
  • Anyone in a customer-facing role who wants to communicate more effectively with technical and operational stakeholders in the life sciences sector.

No prior cleanroom experience required. This course will empower you to engage with customers as a knowledgeable partner and trusted resource.

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Agenda

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Wed 20 May
Wednesday, 20 May

Training courses generally run from 8:30 to 16:00 each day. Breakfast will not be provided, but lunch will be provided.

Location and Travel

Venue Details and Accommodations

PLEASE READ  PDA is not affiliated or contracted with any outside hotel contracting company. If someone other than PDA or the PDA chosen hotel contacts you suggesting that they represent any PDA event, they do not. It is PDA's recommendation that you book your hotel directly through the official PDA chosen hotel that is listed on our web site.

PDA Training and Research Institute

4350 East West Highway
Bethesda, MD 20814 USA

The following hotels are located near the training course location:

Hilton Garden Inn
7301 Waverly Street
Bethesda, MD 20814

Hyatt Regency Bethesda
One Bethesda Metro Center
Bethesda, MD 20814

Residence Inn Marriott Bethesda Downtown
7335 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814


Please visit the hotel’s website for more information.

How to Get Here
By Air The following airports are near the event location: Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
By Car There is a parking garage located at the event location. The fee is $13/day. Please take your car with you once the event has ended. After 18:00 hours, you will not be able to access the building or parking garage from the outside.
By Other Options Metro: Ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location. Amtrak: Ride Amtrak and depart at Union Station. From Union Station, ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location.

Registration

Pricing Options

Standard Registration

Member Price

$499

GovernmentMember Only

$449

Health AuthorityMember Only

$449

AcademicMember Only

$449

Non-Member

$449

See Qualifying Criteria for Member Types.

GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.

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CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to [email protected].

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