The Pharmaceutical Representative Certification (PRC) program is an online, self-paced course that provides the foundation that every sales professional needs to succeed as a field-based representative of a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device company.
After completing 15 preparatory modules, PRC enrollees sit for the final exam.
Passing the PRC exam means you can use the “PRC” credential professionally.
The PRC credential is the industry standard for pharma reps and it demonstrates your business skills, healthcare knowledge and commitment to the professional ethics of the role.
This automatically makes you a preferred partner for physicians, their staff and your teammates.
The PRC program was built with a strong commitment to outcomes-based learning. This means that the program will give you real, actionable knowledge rather than just running through a laundry list of facts and figures. You will be able to USE what you learn in your future work, not just pass a generic exam.
Program leaders require four top-level learning outcomes for PRC graduates. These learning outcomes translate directly into more effective business practices for every PRC graduate.
Establish a baseline level of knowledge such as pharmacology, anatomy and physiological effects of drugs, and the mechanism of action of common pharmacotherapeutics.
Understand health economics outcomes research and the interpretation of pharmacoeconomics data.
Learn about analyzing scientific literature, clinical trial design, evidence-based medicine, and medical terminology.
Learn about professional ethics related to opioid use, FDA rules and regulations, ethics and compliance related to the pharmaceutical industry and preventing fraud and abuse.
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Each of the 15 PRC modules includes
Pre-Quiz (Optional)
Establishes your existing knowledge of the specific module's content
Module Content
Consists of multiple sections that vary from module to module
Post-Quiz
Determines how well you've absorbed and retained the module content
Time commitment
Self-Paced Program
The PRC program is self-paced, and you have up to six months to complete the board certification
Average Time to Complete
Most learners finish the program in about one month, which includes approximately 12 hours of study
Certification Exam Time
The final certification exam requires three hours
15 Premier Learning Modules
Practical Case Studies
Downloadable Resources
Comprehensive Industry Glossary
Knowledge Checks
Final Certification Examination
Live 24/7 customer support via live chat, email and phone
Are you ready to start a rewarding career as a pharmaceutical representative? Then your next step needs to be distinguishing yourself by becoming a certified pharmaceutical sales representative through the PRC program.