Philippine Institute of Pure and Applied Chemistry

Control Charting (25 Jan & 1 Feb 2025)
2025-01-25 08:00 - 2025-02-01 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai)
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The Control Charting Seminar is a one-and-a-half-day seminar which deals with the use of a control chart as a management tool for diagnosis and operations of laboratories. A control chart is a visual representation of confidence intervals for Gaussian Distribution.
Learning Objectives: To be knowledgeable of some statistical methods of analysis.
Training Fee: PHP 4,032.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 9
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Good Laboratory Practices (8 Feb 2025)
2025-02-08 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The course will be conducted to give special attention to encourage proactive thinking towards the design of a Good Laboratory Practices program best suited for a particular industry and for robust compliance regimen in all scientific matters.
Learning Objectives: To have a strong understanding and appreciation of the fundamental compliance requirements for current Good Laboratory Practices.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage (15 Feb 2025)
2025-02-15 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage is a one-day seminar which deals with the basic techniques in risk assessment, proper chemical labelling and storage, and chemical safety of all which includes online detailed training. Topics include familiarization of chemical registration using GHS, tips in doing chemical inventory, chemical storage.
Learning Objectives: Online training on GHS processes, chemical labelling and storage, and risk assessment.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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High Performance Liquid Chromatography [HPLC] (21-22 Feb 2025)
2025-02-21 08:00 - 2025-02-22 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Onsite/Face-to-face
Location: PIPAC building, Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan Ave., Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Description: This course is designed for beginners in High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) where concepts and operation of HPLC will be introduced. Practical sessions on the operation of HPLC, quantitative/qualitative analysis using HPLC will be included. Basic maintenance and troubleshooting of HPLC will be discussed.
Learning Objectives: Hands-on experience on the operation and simple troubleshooting of the HPLC instrument.
Training Fee: PHP 11,200.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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ISO/IEC 17025 – Short Notes and Requirements (14-15 Mar 2025)
2025-03-14 08:00 - 2025-03-15 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This is a two-day online seminar broken down into two parts. Part 1 is the awareness portion of the ISO/IEC 17025:2017. This part generally discusses the principles of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 in which actions are planned and implemented to address risks and opportunities, increase the effectiveness of the management system, achieve improved results, and prevent negative effects. The second part of the seminar is the risk management portion. It consists of an in-depth workshop on the identification and classification of hazards as well as its accompanying risks and prescribed framework on how to manage those risk in line with ISO/IEC 17025 principles.
Learning Objectives: Understand the rationale behind ISO/IEC 17025:2017 risk management and hazard/risk identification.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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Basic Techniques and Good Practices in the Microbiological Laboratory (21-22 Mar 2025)
2025-03-21 08:00 - 2025-03-22 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This training is intended for analysts in a Microbiological laboratory. It is especially useful for personnel of Microbiological laboratories seeking for accreditation as it. Furthermore, this is particularly helpful to analysts in the Microbiological laboratory who are not graduates or have not majored in Microbiology.
Learning Objectives: To have a better understanding of the basic techniques in a Microbiological laboratory.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: N/A
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Internal Audit for Laboratories (11-12 Apr 2025)
2025-04-11 08:00 - 2025-04-12 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This training course will introduce participants to ISO/IEC 19011 (Guideline for Auditing Management Systems) as applied to the internal audit requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participants are expected to: 1) Gain/enhance understanding of the principles, process and techniques of audit; 2) Gain/enhance knowledge/ skills on the conduct of audit; 3) Learn how to conduct audit against the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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QA/QC Activities in Microbiological Laboratories (26 Apr 2025)
2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This training is intended for analysts in a Microbiological laboratory to serve as guide in establishing a Quality Assurance Program to ensure that the laboratory is releasing valid test results.
Learning Objectives: To have a better understanding of how to implement the QA/QC Program of a microbiological laboratory.
Training Fee: PHP 2,800.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: N/A
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Chemical Regulations, Safety Measures and Risks Assessment of Chemicals and Nanomaterials (10 May 2025)
2025-05-10 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The Chemical Regulations, Safety Measures and Risk Assessment of Chemicals and Nanomaterials seminar is a one-day seminar which deals with the basic techniques in risk assessment, proper chemical labelling and storage, and risk control.
Learning Objectives: Familiarize the basic requirements of chemical registration using the REACH regulation and classifying chemical hazards through the CLP and to learn to assess the risk brought about by a nanoparticle using the control banding system.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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General Method Validation (17 & 24 May 2025)
2025-05-17 08:00 - 2025-05-24 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The demonstration of fitness of an analytical method to answer a given problem is an important task that a laboratory must undertake before adapting it for routine use. Furthermore, every user of a validated method should be aware of the its performance characteristics before doing the analytical work.
Learning Objectives: This seminar workshop aims to give an overview of the method validation process and an in-depth view of the different method performance characteristics to be evaluated. Participants will work with actual datasets, calculate figures of merit using Microsoft Excel™, and apply these in an actual practical work. The participants will be asked to bring their own laptop for the workshop.
Training Fee: PHP 5,376.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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Method Validation in Spectroscopy and Spectrometry (31 May 2025)
2025-05-31 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This one-day seminar workshop is part of the PIPAC Seminar Series on Method Validation. Before methods are used in chemical analyses, it is essential to demonstrate their fitness-for-purpose through validation studies. In method validation, the different performance characteristics of the method are determined through a series of well-planned steps and the results of which are compared to the pre-determined analytical requirements. Many of the modern analytical methods used in routine testing are based on spectrophotometric methods. The instrumental techniques under this method cluster include UV-Visible, Atomic Absorption, Optical Emission, and Molecular Fluorescence Spectrophotometry.
Learning Objectives: This workshop will focus on the validation of abovementioned spectrophotometric techniques. There will be an in-depth discussion on planning and execution of the different tests to determine the instrumental and method performance characteristics. The different ways of data processing and the interpretation of the results will also be explored.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Method Validation in Chromatographic Methods (7 Jun 2025)
2025-06-07 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This seminar will focus on the application of method validation techniques to chromatographic analyses. The demonstration of fitness of a chromatographic analytical method to answer a given problem is an important task that a laboratory must undertake before adapting it for routine use. Furthermore, every user of a validated chromatographic method should be aware of its performance characteristics before doing the analytical work.
Learning Objectives: This seminar workshop aims to give an overview of the method validation process for chromatographic methods and an in-depth view of the different method performance characteristics to be evaluated. Participants will work with actual datasets, calculate figures of merit using Microsoft Excel™, and apply these in an actual practical work. The participants will be asked to bring their own laptop for the workshop.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage (14 Jun 2025)
2025-06-14 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage is a one-day seminar which deals with the basic techniques in risk assessment, proper chemical labelling and storage, and chemical safety of all which includes online detailed training. Topics include familiarization of chemical registration using GHS, tips in doing chemical inventory, chemical storage.
Learning Objectives: Online training on GHS processes, chemical labelling and storage, and risk assessment.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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ISO/IEC 17025 – Short Notes and Requirements (27-28 Jun 2025)
2025-06-27 08:00 - 2025-06-28 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This is a two-day online seminar broken down into two parts. Part 1 is the awareness portion of the ISO/IEC 17025:2017. This part generally discusses the principles of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 in which actions are planned and implemented to address risks and opportunities, increase the effectiveness of the management system, achieve improved results, and prevent negative effects.
Learning Objectives: Understand the rationale behind ISO/IEC 17025:2017 risk management and hazard/risk identification.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
Register on or before 20 Jun 2025 to avail the 5% Early Bird Discount
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Basic Laboratory Safety for Non-Chemistry Practitioners (5 Jul 2025)
2025-07-05 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: N/A
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QA/QC Activities in Microbiological Laboratories (12 Jul 2025)
2025-07-12 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This training is intended for analysts in a Microbiological laboratory to serve as guide in establishing a Quality Assurance Program to ensure that the laboratory is releasing valid test results.
Learning Objectives: To have a better understanding of how to implement the QA/QC Program of a microbiological laboratory.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: N/A
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The Safety Manual—Basic Features and More (19 Jul 2025)
2025-07-19 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The “Safety Manual – Basic Features and More” seminar is a one day seminar focused on dealing with the concepts related to safety and the practice of creating and implementing a working safety manual for various types of laboratories. Topics include basic safety, safety manuals, and the implementation of said manuals.
Learning Objectives: Participants should be familiar with basic laboratory safety protocols.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Good Laboratory Practices (26 Jul 2025)
2025-07-26 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The course will be conducted to give special attention to encourage proactive thinking towards the design of a Good Laboratory Practices program best suited for a particular industry and for robust compliance regimen in all scientific matters.
Learning Objectives: To have a strong understanding and appreciation of the fundamental compliance requirements for current Good Laboratory Practices.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Analytical Techniques (31 Jul-2 Aug 2025)
2025-07-31 08:00 - 2025-08-02 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online (31 Jul 2025); Onsite (1-2 Aug 2025)
Description: The Analytical Techniques Seminar is a three-day seminar/workshop which comprises a series of lectures and hands-on demonstration on the following: common instrumentation in chemical analysis, application of statistical stools in the laboratory, maintenance of common equipment and glassware, and sampling preparation.
Learning Objectives: Hands on demonstration of wet lab and other basic instrumentation techniques in a chemical laboratory.
Training Fee: PHP 13,440.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 18
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Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) (16 Aug 2025)
2025-08-16 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: ISO/IEC 17025 is the international standard which specifies the basic requirements for the competence, impartiality and consistent operation of testing and calibration laboratories. This training course will introduce participants to the cause analysis and corrective action tools to address the nonconforming works and corrective action requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participants are expected to: Gain/ enhance understanding of the nonconforming work and corrective action requirements of PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017; To understand and utilize various tools to carry out an effective cause analysis; To monitor and implement appropriate corrective actions (CAs) in each scenario.
Training Fee: PHP 2,800.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Estimation of Uncertainty of Chemical Measurements (30 Aug & 6 Sep 2025)
2025-08-30 08:00 - 2025-09-06 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The result of a chemical measurement without an estimate of uncertainty is useless. Measurement uncertainty (MU) demonstrates metrological quality and documents in a transparent way the procedure, gives confidence to the results and allows comparison. It also demonstrates compliance with limits and the establishment of acceptance criteria. This online workshop aims to introduce the general concepts behind MU and give an in-depth training on defining the different components or sources of uncertainty and combining them to form the MU. Participants will work with actual datasets and calculate uncertainty components using Microsoft Excel™.
Learning Objectives: Learn concepts of uncertainty in measurements Calculate uncertainty components using Microsoft Excel ™.
Training Fee: PHP 5,376.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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ISO/IEC 17025 – Short Notes and Requirements (26-27 Sep 2025)
2025-09-26 08:00 - 2025-09-27 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This is a two-day online seminar broken down into two parts. Part 1 is the awareness portion of the ISO/IEC 17025:2017. This part generally discusses the principles of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 in which actions are planned and implemented to address risks and opportunities, increase the effectiveness of the management system, achieve improved results, and prevent negative effects.
Learning Objectives: Understand the rationale behind ISO/IEC 17025:2017 risk management and hazard/risk identification.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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Basic Safety Guidelines & Emergency Protocols in Handling Chemicals & Equipment (11 Oct 2025)
2025-10-11 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This seminar is geared towards training people who do not have a chemistry background by introducing them to guidelines and protocols in handling chemicals & equipment, as well as how to handle emergency procedures in chemical-related incidents.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: N/A
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Internal Audit for Laboratories (24-25 Oct 2025)
2025-10-24 08:00 - 2025-10-25 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: This training course will introduce participants to ISO/IEC 19011 (Guideline for Auditing Management Systems) as applied to the internal audit requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participants are expected to: o Gain/ enhance understanding of the principles, process and techniques of audit; o Gain/ enhance knowledge/ skills on the conduct of audit; o Learn how to conduct audit against the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Training Fee: PHP 5,600.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 12
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GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage (25 Oct 2025)
2025-10-25 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The GHS, Chemical Inventory, Chemical and Waste Labelling, and Storage is a one-day seminar which deals with the basic techniques in risk assessment, proper chemical labelling and storage, and chemical safety of all which includes online detailed training. Topics include familiarization of chemical registration using GHS, tips in doing chemical inventory, chemical storage.
Learning Objectives: Online training on GHS processes, chemical labelling and storage, and risk assessment.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Safety in the Laboratory (8 Nov 2025)
2025-11-08 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The Safety in the Laboratory seminar discusses the implementation of chemical safety practices coupled with basic chemical security protocols in university and industry-based laboratories through proper laboratory design, risk mitigation controls, and basic emergency response and management. The seminar is designed so that participants know the necessary steps to consider in creating a safer laboratory by identifying the goal of the chemical laboratory, the potential hazards commonly encountered, the means in minimizing accidents from happening, the factors to consider in a laboratory design, and the measures to take in order to best avoid emergency incidents.
Learning Objectives: Participants should be familiar with basic safety concepts and measures.
Training Fee: PHP 2,688.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Gas Chromatography (13-15 Nov 2025)
2025-11-13 08:00 - 2025-11-15 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online (13 Nov 2025); Onsite (14-15 Nov 2025)
Description: The Gas Chromatography seminar is a three-day seminar which deals with the basic operation of the instrument and also includes hands-on operations and training. Coverage includes basic theory and principles, a quick look at its parts, the GC column and resolution and efficiency, and maintenance.
Learning Objectives: Hands-on experience on the operation and simple trouble- shooting of the GC instrument.
Training Fee: PHP 13,440.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 18
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Integral Components of Chemical Security (31 Jan 2026)
2026-01-31 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The Integral Components of Chemical Security seminar discusses the implementation of chemical safety practices coupled with basic chemical security protocols in university and industry-based laboratories through proper laboratory design, risk mitigation controls, and basic emergency response and management. The seminar is designed so that participants know the necessary steps to consider in creating a safer laboratory by identifying the goal of the chemical laboratory, the potential hazards commonly encountered, the means in minimizing accidents from happening, the factors to consider in a laboratory design, and the measures to take in order to best avoid emergency incidents.
Learning Objectives: Participants should be familiar with hazard identification, and risk assessment.
Training Fee: PHP 2,800.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Good Laboratory Practices (7 Feb 2026)
2026-02-07 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The course will be conducted to give special attention to encourage proactive thinking towards the design of a Good Laboratory Practices program best suited for a particular industry and for robust compliance regimen in all scientific matters.
Learning Objectives: To have a strong understanding and appreciation of the fundamental compliance requirements for current Good Laboratory Practices.
Training Fee: PHP 2,800.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
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Chemical Regulations, Safety Measures and Risks Assessment of Chemicals and Nanomaterials (21 Feb 2026)
2026-02-21 08:00 - 17:00
Mode of Conduct: Online
Description: The Chemical Regulations, Safety Measures and Risk Assessment of Chemicals and Nanomaterials seminar is a one-day seminar which deals with the basic techniques in risk assessment, proper chemical labelling and storage, and risk control.
Learning Objectives: Familiarize the basic requirements of chemical registration using the REACH regulation and classifying chemical hazards through the CLP and to learn to assess the risk brought about by a nanoparticle using the control banding system.
Training Fee: PHP 2,800.00 (VAT-inclusive)
CPD Units: 6
Register on or before 14 Feb 2026 to avail the 5% Early Bird Discount
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