Description
Certification Name: Certified Cold Chain & Pharma Logistics Specialist
Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/TL/CCCPLS/V1
Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).
Objective: The Certified Cold Chain & Pharma Logistics Specialist course is designed to equip professionals with specialized knowledge and skills to manage temperature-sensitive supply chains for pharmaceuticals, biologics, and other critical products. Participants learn about cold chain storage, temperature monitoring, regulatory compliance, packaging standards, transportation protocols, and risk management.
Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.
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Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:
Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.
Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.
Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.
Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.
Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.
Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Fundamentals of Cold Chain & Pharma Logistics: Overview of cold chain logistics in pharmaceuticals, Role and responsibilities of a pharma logistics specialist, Regulatory and compliance frameworks (WHO, GDP, FDA), Importance of temperature-sensitive supply chains, Key performance indicators (KPIs) for pharma logistics, Impact of logistics on product safety and efficacy,
Module 2: Temperature-Controlled Storage & Equipment: Design and layout of pharmaceutical cold storage facilities, Refrigeration and HVAC technologies, Temperature monitoring and alarm systems, Equipment maintenance and calibration, Energy efficiency and sustainability practices, Safety, hygiene, and contamination prevention,
Module 3: Transportation & Distribution in Pharma Logistics: Temperature-controlled transport modes (road, rail, air), Packaging and insulation solutions for pharmaceuticals, Route planning and distribution optimization, Real-time monitoring and IoT integration, Handling of sensitive, high-value, and perishable products, Contingency planning for transit disruptions,
Module 4: Validation & Quality Assurance: Process validation for cold chain operations, Equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ), Calibration and performance verification, Documentation and record-keeping for compliance, Quality assurance audits and inspections, Continuous improvement in cold chain validation processes,
Module 5: Technology & Digital Solutions: Cold chain monitoring systems and sensors, Data logging and automated alerts, IoT and cloud-based platforms for temperature tracking, Data analytics for process optimization, Blockchain for supply chain traceability, Emerging technologies in pharma logistics,
Module 6: Strategic Management & Advisory: Developing SOPs and policies for cold chain operations, Risk assessment and mitigation strategies, Training and development of logistics personnel, Performance monitoring and KPI evaluation, Sustainability and regulatory compliance strategies, Advisory and consultancy skills for pharma logistics operations,
GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:
- Duration- 60 minutes.
- Number of Questions- 30.
- Number of Questions from each module: 5.
- Language: English.
- Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
- Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
- There is no negative marking in any module.
| Marking System: | |||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks |
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 30 | 100 | ||
| How Students will be Graded: | |||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | |
| 5 | 50-60 | P (Pass) | |
| 6 | 0-49 | F (Fail) | |
Benefits of Certification:
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💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.
🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.
📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.
🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.
⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.
