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Medical Devices: Canadian Regulations

This course will provide a basic understanding of medical device regulations in Canada.
This course will provide a basic understanding of medical device regulations in Canada. It will address a wide range of compliance requirements, from the regulatory framework provided by Health Canada and the steps to submit an investigational testing application or a medical device licence application to postmarket activities. You will learn the classification rules applied to devices, selection of the appropriate licence type, submission requirements, quality systems and postmarket requirements.
 

At a Glance

  • Target Audience: This course is designed for new professionals in regulatory and related departments interested in understanding the basics of medical device regulation in Canada.
  • Learning Level: Basic
  • Total Length of Course: 3 Hours
  • RAC Points: 3
  • Medical Device Certificate Elective
  • Enrollment Period: 12 months

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
  • Discuss the regulatory framework for medical devices in Canada
  • Evaluate the appropriate classification of medical devices
  • Identify the regulatory requirements for an Investigational Testing Authorization (ITA), a Medical Device License (MDL) and a Medical Device Establishment License (MDEL)
  • Discuss the requirements for quality systems for medical devices
  • Explain the Medical Device Inspection Programme

Lesson Titles

  • Lesson 1: Regulatory Framework
  • Lesson 2: Classification
  • Lesson 3: Premarket Requirements
  • Lesson 4: Quality Systems
  • Lesson 5: Postmarket Activities

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