Description
Cost - $550 (Academia $275, Africa/India $150)
Certification Course Description
In this course you will learn the theory and application of compartmental PK modeling. You will learn how to create Maximum Likelihood PK models using Phoenix WinNonlin software (version 8.3.x), and how to use those models to perform simulations. You will use models to make decisions, such as evaluating different dosing regimens with respect to safety and efficacy. In addition to using the built-in "library" models, you will learn to use the Graphical Model Editor to customize PK models. The course includes lectures, practice exercises and quizzes.
Course Format and Access
This course format is an 'On Demand' e-Learning course which means that the course is presented as a series of interactive modules that can be completed on your own schedule.
You will have access to this course for 3 years. No manual or printed material is associated with this course.
Note that Certara University also offers the content of this course as a live instructor-led course format (123-LO), which is considered a different course. For times and availability for the live course, click here.
Pricing
The price of this course is $550 (Academic $275, Africa/India $150)
Users requesting an Academic membership will only be accepted with proof of academic status by using an active academic email address. Users from Africa/India will need to provide Certara University with a copy of their government issued proof of residency.
If an email address fails to meet that standard, the individual will be notified and will not be given access to the requested membership type.
Language and Course Length
This course is delivered in English, with closed captions (which can be turned on/off as desired).
The course has a total of approximately 2 hours of interactive content. Learners should plan to spend at least 12 hours to complete the course.
Certification Exam
This course includes a certification exam. To obtain credit for this course and earn a Certara Certification as a PK/PD Modeler using Phoenix WinNonlin version 8.4 or 8.5, candidates need to earn a passing score on the exam. The exam validates proficiency and competence with Maximum Likelihood Models in Phoenix WinNonlin.
Exam Details
Software: There is no requirement to have the Phoenix WinNonlin™ software installed to take the exam. The exam has interactive questions embedded that simulate the software. Those interactive questions are based on Phoenix WinNonlin 8.4 or 8.5.
Grading: To successfully earn the PK/PD Modeler certification, a minimum passing score of 75% must be achieved on both parts of the online accreditation exam. Each registration includes 2 attempts at passing each part of the test. The exam tests 80-90 questions that cover theoretical knowledge of PK/PD modeling, and a practical section that evaluates software proficiency by performing tests related to model building, evaluating model adequacy, comparing models, conducting simulations and customizing models using the Graphical Model Editor.
Time Limit: The exam is divided into 2 parts. There is a time limit of 1hr 45min to complete part 1, and 1hr 15min to complete part 2 of the exam. The clock starts counting when the user clicks on 'Start Exam' in each part.
Exam Content: Successful candidates should know both theory and practice of PK/PD modeling, from model building to simulation. Certification topics include:
- Theory and Practice of PK/PD Modeling
- Determining Initial Estimates
- Residual Error
- Evaluate Model Adequacy and Compare Models
- Data Manipulation (Phoenix Data Tools)
- Customizing Models (Graphical Model Editor)
- Conducting Simulations
- Reporting Modeling Results
Prerequisites and Time Commitment
Learners should be familiar with basic operations in Phoenix, including plotting and running NCA. We recommend completing the course (122-OD-CERT) Phoenix WinNonlin (Part 1) NCA Certification Course prior to taking this course.
Software
Phoenix WinNonlinTM
Participants are required to have a current license of Phoenix. The exercises can be completed without a license but it is recommended that students practice on their own.
Objectives
| No. | Topic | Time (minutes) |
| 1 | Introduction to PK Modeling | 28 |
| 2 | Create PK Models (Part A) | 28 |
| 3 | Create PK Models (Part B) | 35 |
| 4 | Simulate using PK Models | 21 |
| 5 | Create PK/PD Models | 19 |
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Certificate of Completion
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