Certara Professional Courses and Certifications

August-September 2026 Cost - $575 (Academia $275, Africa/India $150) Certification Course Overview Gain certification in non-compartmental analysis (NCA) using Phoenix WinNonlin. This course covers theory, application, and hands-on practice, culminating in a certification exam. Upon successful completion, participants receive an e-badge valid for 3 years. Course Structure Total Duration: 18 hours of live sessions + 5 self-paced exercises Live Components: - 6 × 2-hour lecture/demo sessions - 6 × 1-hour hands-on group exercises Access: Recordings available for 3 months post-course Prerequisites Knowledge of PK concepts. Suggested prep course:  103-OD Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics Live Sessions - Lecture/Demo: Tuesdays, 10AM–12PM (Aug 11 - Sep 15) - Hands-on Exercises: Fridays, 11AM–12PM (Aug 14 - Sep 18) Who Should Attend - Professionals working in pharmacokinetics - Researchers and analysts using Phoenix WinNonlin - Individuals with basic PK knowledge Certification Exam Software: No installation required; interactive simulation based on Phoenix WinNonlin 8.4/8.5 Structure: Two parts - Part 1: 1 hr 45 min - Part 2: 75 min Content: 80–90 questions covering theory and practical application Passing Score: 75% on both parts Attempts: Two included Topics: Basic PK and NCA theory, Phoenix interface, exploratory data analysis (data tools and plots), performing NCA in Phoenix, processing NCA results, nonparametric superpositioning, study designs. Time Commitment Estimated 5 hours/week for live sessions and assignments, plus up to 6 hours for the certification exam Software Requirements Phoenix WinNonlinTM license required Training License: Available for purchase (Request Info: info@certarauniversity.com) Pricing $575 (Academia $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. Session Topics Week 1 main session: course overview, intro to NCA, phoenix overview, exploratory data analysis. Week 1 hands-on session: exploratory data analysis, plots. Week 2 main session: concentrations, observed NCA parameters, study design effects, data tools. Week 2 hands-on session:  use data tools, create tables. Week 3 main session: half-life, AUC, best fit algorithm, handling BQL data. Week 3 hands-on session: make BQL substitutions, run NCA, customize slope selections, evaluate NCA results. Week 4 main session: Cmax/AUC decisions, bioavailability, study designs, dose proportionality, average bioequivalence. Week 4 hands-on session: run bioequivalence for a 2x2 study, evaluate dose proportionality. Bonus video: food effects, drug-drug interactions, RSABE. Week 5 main session: NCA with steady state, sparse, and urine data, object templates, experimental design, nonparametric superpositioning. Week 5 hands-on session: run NCA on sparse data, run NCA on steady-state data. Week 6 main session:  data presentation, exporting, tables, reporting, workflow templates. Week 6 hands-on session: workflow templates. Read more

Cost - $575 (Academia $275, Africa/India $150) Certification Course Description In this course you will learn and get certified on the theory and application of non-compartmental analysis (NCA).  NCA is used to characterize the kinetics of a compound without assuming a specific compartmental model.   You will learn NCA methodology, how to perform NCA using Phoenix WinNonlin software, and how to interpret resulting pharmacokinetic parameters.   This course is a comprehensive review of noncompartmental analysis of pharmacokinetic data and will cover the basics through the most complex areas of noncompartmental analysis.  Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an e-badge as an NCA Analyst using Phoenix WinNonlin.  This certification is valid for 3 years. Pricing $575 (Academia $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. 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.  Each module contains a quiz that you must pass to complete the course.  You must achieve at least 60% on each quiz to pass it, although you can take as many attempts as necessary to do so. 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 (122-LIVE) . This is considered a different course.  For times and availability for the live course, click here.   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 6 hours of interactive content.  Learners should plan to spend at least 18 hours to complete the course, plus 3 hours for the certification exam. Prerequisites and Time Commitment There are no pre-requisites for this course although basic understanding of pharmacokinetics is preferred (recommended background: (103-OD) Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics).  Certification This course includes a certification exam.  To obtain credit for this course and earn a Certara Certification as an NCA Analyst using Phoenix WinNonlin either version 8.4 or 8.5, candidates need to earn a passing score on the exam.  The exam validates proficiency and competence with non-compartmental (NCA) pharmacokinetic (PK) analysis using Phoenix WinNonlin, with version 8.4 or 8.5. A certified NCA analyst can process data, perform exploratory data analysis, calculate NCA parameters, and report results for typical PK study designs in pre-clinical and clinical trials.   Exam Details Software:  There is no requirement to have the Phoenix WinNonlin™ software installed to take the certification 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 NCA Analyst 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 the test. The exam tests 80-90 questions that cover theoretical knowledge of NCA analysis on different types of study designs, and a practical section that evaluates software proficiency by performing tests related to NCA analysis, data processing, and reporting.  Time Limit:  The exam is divided into 2 parts. There is a total time limit of 1 hr and 45 min to complete part 1 and 75 minutes 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 understand fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics, NCA theory, typical study designs that are often analyzed with NCA, and hands-on experience with Phoenix WinNonlin.  Certification topics include: Basic Theory of PK and NCA Phoenix Interface Exploratory Data Analysis - Data Tools and Plots Performing NCA in Phoenix Processing NCA results Non-Parametric Superposition Study Designs 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. Read more

March-April 2026 Cost - $575 (Academia $275, Africa/India $150) Certification Course Overview This certification course focuses on compartmental PK/PD modeling using Phoenix WinNonlin. Participants will learn to build and customize Maximum Likelihood models, evaluate model adequacy, and use simulations to inform dosing decisions. The course emphasizes hands-on experience with Phoenix’s Graphical Model Editor and includes both theoretical and practical components. Course Structure Total Duration: 18 hours of live sessions + 5 self-paced exercises Live Components: - 6 × 2-hour lecture/demo sessions - 6 × 1-hour hands-on group exercises Access: Recordings available for 3 months post-course Prerequisites Familiarity with Phoenix and basic PK concepts is recommended. Suggested prep courses: (122-LIVE-CERT) Phoenix WinNonlin (Part 1) NCA Certification Course (103-OD) Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics 2026 Live Sessions - Lecture/Demo: Tuesdays, March 10 – April 14 (10AM–12PM ET) - Hands-on Exercises: Fridays, March 13 – April 17 (11AM–12PM ET) Who Should Attend This course is ideal for: - Scientists and analysts working in pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, or pharmacometrics - Clinical pharmacologists seeking to learn PK/PD modeling skills - Professionals using Phoenix WinNonlin for drug development or regulatory submissions - Academic researchers and graduate students who work with drug development - Anyone who has completed the NCA certification course and wants to develop skills in modeling and simulation Certification Exam Software: No installation required; interactive simulation based on Phoenix WinNonlin 8.4/8.5 Structure: Two parts - Part 1: 1 hr 45 min - Part 2: 75 min Content: 80–90 questions covering theory and practical application Passing Score: 75% on both parts Attempts: Two included Topics: PK/PD theory, model building, simulations, error models, graphical/textual model editing Time Commitment Estimated 5 hours/week for live sessions and assignments, plus up to 6 hours for the certification exam Software Requirements Phoenix WinNonlinTM license required Participants are expected to have a current license to Phoenix WinNonlin.  If a 60-day software license is needed one can be provided for an additional fee.  Contact us if you want to order a license. Pricing Cost - $575 (Academia $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. Session Topics Week 1 main session:  Course overview, motivation for modeling and simulation, introduction to PK modeling, exploratory data analysis, introduction to the Maximum Likelihood Model object. Week 1 hands-on exercise session:  Examine results of IV-bolus model (previously executed), examine results of PO model (previously executed). Week 2 main session: Review of PK modeling, structural models (administration, time lag, number of compartments, etc.), secondary parameters, data structure for compartmental modeling Week 2 hands-on exercise session:  Create 1-compartment IV-bolus model, create 2-compartment IV-bolus model, decide which model better fits the data. Week 3 main session:  How to obtain initial estimates, residual error models, interpretation of model results. Week 3 hands-on exercise session: Create 1- and 2-compartment models for the PO data, compare models and decide which better fits the data, determine the best residual error model for the data. Week 4 main session: simple simulations, comparing models, how to report individual modeling results. Week 4 hands-on exercise session:  Create a basic simulation, create a simulation using ADDL, develop a safe and efficacious dosing regimen. Week 5 main session: Simulations (NPS, ADDL and SS), graphical model editor (including a simple TMDD). Week 5 hands-on exercise session:  Use graphical editor to create IV/PO model, determine bioavailability. Week 6 main session:  Advanced topics (modeling metabolites, selection of time points, troubleshooting, text mode), demo of PD, discuss population modeling, quick demo of naive pooled population model, closing remarks. Week 6 hands-on exercise session:  Use graphical model editor, use textual model editor. Read more

Cost - $575 (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 $575 (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. Read more

Bundle Cost - $950 ($475 Academia, $450 Africa/India) This bundle is recommended for scientists who want to earn the Certara NCA certification and who are new to pharmacokinetics. Those who successfully complete the certification course will earn the following certification: Certara Certified NCA Analyst using Phoenix WinNonlin Version 8.3 This bundle includes three courses: two conceptual courses (delivered in e-learning format) and one certification course (delivered live online). The certification exams are included in the certification courses.  If purchased separately, the three courses would cost $1,275, so you can save $325 by purchasing the bundle. Courses Included (see Content Tab for details) (103-OD) Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics [Conceptual Course] | e-learning format (105-OD) Noncompartmental Data Analysis [Conceptual Course] | e-learning format (122-LIVE-CERT) Phoenix WinNonlin (Part 1) NCA Certification Course | live online format Read more

Bundle Cost - $950 ($475 Academia, $450 Africa/India) This bundle is recommended for scientists who want to earn the Certara NCA certification and who are new to pharmacokinetics. Those who successfully complete the certification course will earn the following certification: Certara Certified NCA Analyst using Phoenix WinNonlin Version 8.3 This bundle includes three courses: two conceptual courses and one certification course.  All the courses in this bundle are delivered in an e-learning format. The certification exam is included in the certification course.  If purchased separately, the three courses would cost $1,275, so you can save $325 by purchasing the bundle. Courses Included (see Content Tab for details) (103-OD) Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics [Conceptual Course] | e-learning format (105-OD) Noncompartmental Data Analysis [Conceptual Course] | e-learning format (122-OD-CERT) Phoenix WinNonlin (Part 1) NCA Certification Course | e-learning format Read more