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PG Certificate in Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance for Physicians Become a Drug Safety Physician/Pharmacovigilance Professional in 4 Months

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1-On-1 Q&A Sessions

We provide online one-on-one counselling and Q&A sessions to ensure online learning is beneficial for the aspirants. Our mentors help aspirants clear their doubts and queries and get all the answers they need.

Live+Recorded Sessions

Missed a live lecture? Don\u2019t worry. You can always find a recorded lecture on our platform and revisit it as many times as you want during the course duration.

Extended Course Access

Getting the course once will help you prepare for not one but multiple attempts. You get access to all the resources for more than a year, to ensure proper revision.

Community Building

We help you get in touch with a community of experts, which includes mentors, registered practitioners, previous alumni and those who have successfully cleared the exams. This adds value to your preparation and get all the guidance and motivation you need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable if I want to remain a practicing clinician?

Yes. The PGCert is designed for part-time learners and physician schedules. Many graduates balance clinical practice with PV work or move into hybrid roles.

Will this qualify me for senior PV roles?

The PGCert prepares you for medical reviewer and safety physician roles. Senior leadership roles typically also require multi-year PV experience. The certificate accelerates entry and early progression.

Will the course teach MedDRA and coding in depth?

Yes. Coding accuracy is a programme staple with practical exercises and tools clinicians will use in real roles.

Which employers hire graduates?

Common hirers are:

. Large pharma
. Biotech
. CROs
. Regulators
. Hospitals
. Specialist consultancies

What kind of jobs can I get after completing this course?

Graduates can work as

·    Drug Safety Physicians

·    Medical Reviewers

·    Safety Scientists

·    Pharmacovigilance Leads

Is pharmacovigilance a good option for doctors?

Absolutely. Pharmacovigilance offers stable, global, and high-impact careers. Doctors use their clinical expertise to ensure medicine safety worldwide.

Do I need prior experience in the pharma industry?

No. The course starts from the fundamentals and gradually builds up to advanced safety and regulatory topics. It is ideal for clinicians new to industry roles.

Are there placement or career support services?

Indeed, there is. We offer

·    Career mentoring

·    Resume guidance, and

·    Interview preparation

All this to help graduates transition smoothly into PV roles.

What is a Drug Safety Physician or Pharmacovigilance Physician?

Drug Safety Physician (DSP), also called a Pharmacovigilance Physician, is a medical doctor who monitors and evaluates the safety of medicines once they are in clinical trials or on the market. Their job is to assess adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and ensure patient safety through evidence-based evaluation and reporting.

Who can become a Drug Safety Physician?

This role is primarily for medical graduates (MBBS, MD, or MS) and foreign medical graduates who wish to transition into the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry. Some Dental (BDS/MDS), AYUSH, PharmD, or PhD professionals with a strong clinical or pharmacology background are also eligible and are often considered by companies for Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance roles.

Why should a doctor consider becoming a Drug Safety Physician?

It’s one of the best non-clinical careers for doctors who want to stay connected to clinical science without hospital work. You use your medical judgment to analyze drug safety data, help improve treatments, and earn competitive salaries, often ₹20–35 Lakh/year in global roles.

What does a Drug Safety Physician do on a daily basis?

They review clinical trial and post-marketing safety reports, assess causality, write medical narratives, and collaborate with regulatory and pharmacovigilance teams to ensure drug safety compliance (per ICH-GCP, FDA, CDSCO and EMA standards).

What are the eligibility criteria for a Drug Safety Physician course?

  • MBBS / MD / BDS/ MDS/ PharmD Equivalent degree

     
  • Basic understanding of pharmacology and clinical research

     
  • Good written English and analytical thinking skills

Many companies accept foreign medical graduates (without FMGE) as well.

What skills will I learn in a Drug Safety Physician training course?

You’ll gain hands-on understanding of:

  • Pharmacovigilance systems & regulations (ICH, GVP, MedDRA)

     
  • Case processing and signal detection

     
  • Clinical data review and causality assessment

     
  • Medical narrative writing

     
  • Global safety reporting standards

What are the job opportunities after completing a Drug Safety Physician course?

After certification, you can apply for roles like:

  • Drug Safety Physician

     
  • Pharmacovigilance Associate / Specialist

     

Medical Reviewer / Safety Scientist
These positions exist in pharma companies, CROs, and global pharmacovigilance organizations.

What is the average salary of a Drug Safety Physician in India and abroad?

In India, entry-level Drug Safety Physicians typically earn ₹8–15 Lakh/year, while experienced professionals or those working with global CROs can earn ₹25–40 Lakh/year.
In the US, UK, or Australia, salaries range between USD $80,000–$140,000 per year.

Is this course suitable for doctors preparing for FMGE, NEET PG, PLAB, AMC or USMLE?

Yes. It’s ideal for doctors who are waiting for exams, results, or residency, and want to build an industry-ready, non-clinical skillset. The knowledge of pharmacology and safety can also support future global healthcare roles.

What is the career growth path after becoming a Drug Safety Physician?

You can progress from Drug Safety Associate → Medical Reviewer → Safety Physician → Global Safety Leader / Medical Director (Pharmacovigilance).
With experience, you can move into Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, or Clinical Development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The PGCert is designed for part-time learners and physician schedules. Many graduates balance clinical practice with PV work or move into hybrid roles.

The PGCert prepares you for medical reviewer and safety physician roles. Senior leadership roles typically also require multi-year PV experience. The certificate accelerates entry and early progression.

Yes. Coding accuracy is a programme staple with practical exercises and tools clinicians will use in real roles.

Common hirers are:

. Large pharma
. Biotech
. CROs
. Regulators
. Hospitals
. Specialist consultancies

Graduates can work as

·    Drug Safety Physicians

·    Medical Reviewers

·    Safety Scientists

·    Pharmacovigilance Leads

Absolutely. Pharmacovigilance offers stable, global, and high-impact careers. Doctors use their clinical expertise to ensure medicine safety worldwide.

No. The course starts from the fundamentals and gradually builds up to advanced safety and regulatory topics. It is ideal for clinicians new to industry roles.

Indeed, there is. We offer

·    Career mentoring

·    Resume guidance, and

·    Interview preparation

All this to help graduates transition smoothly into PV roles.

Drug Safety Physician (DSP), also called a Pharmacovigilance Physician, is a medical doctor who monitors and evaluates the safety of medicines once they are in clinical trials or on the market. Their job is to assess adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and ensure patient safety through evidence-based evaluation and reporting.

This role is primarily for medical graduates (MBBS, MD, or MS) and foreign medical graduates who wish to transition into the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry. Some Dental (BDS/MDS), AYUSH, PharmD, or PhD professionals with a strong clinical or pharmacology background are also eligible and are often considered by companies for Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance roles.

It’s one of the best non-clinical careers for doctors who want to stay connected to clinical science without hospital work. You use your medical judgment to analyze drug safety data, help improve treatments, and earn competitive salaries, often ₹20–35 Lakh/year in global roles.

They review clinical trial and post-marketing safety reports, assess causality, write medical narratives, and collaborate with regulatory and pharmacovigilance teams to ensure drug safety compliance (per ICH-GCP, FDA, CDSCO and EMA standards).

  • MBBS / MD / BDS/ MDS/ PharmD Equivalent degree

     
  • Basic understanding of pharmacology and clinical research

     
  • Good written English and analytical thinking skills

Many companies accept foreign medical graduates (without FMGE) as well.

You’ll gain hands-on understanding of:

  • Pharmacovigilance systems & regulations (ICH, GVP, MedDRA)

     
  • Case processing and signal detection

     
  • Clinical data review and causality assessment

     
  • Medical narrative writing

     
  • Global safety reporting standards

After certification, you can apply for roles like:

  • Drug Safety Physician

     
  • Pharmacovigilance Associate / Specialist

     

Medical Reviewer / Safety Scientist
These positions exist in pharma companies, CROs, and global pharmacovigilance organizations.

In India, entry-level Drug Safety Physicians typically earn ₹8–15 Lakh/year, while experienced professionals or those working with global CROs can earn ₹25–40 Lakh/year.
In the US, UK, or Australia, salaries range between USD $80,000–$140,000 per year.

Yes. It’s ideal for doctors who are waiting for exams, results, or residency, and want to build an industry-ready, non-clinical skillset. The knowledge of pharmacology and safety can also support future global healthcare roles.

You can progress from Drug Safety Associate → Medical Reviewer → Safety Physician → Global Safety Leader / Medical Director (Pharmacovigilance).
With experience, you can move into Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, or Clinical Development.

Do you have more Questions ?