We are your biomanufacturing skills development and training partner 

The Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences (CASTL) delivers world-class technical skills development and training in biomanufacturing. At CASTL, our mission is to develop highly qualified biomanufacturing talent to support Canada’s growing life sciences sector. 

We offer training  solutions for all levels of experience from operator through to senior management training and all courses are designed to improve real life performance in the workplace.

CASTL is the exclusive provider of the National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) licensed training programs in Canada. NIBRT’s curriculum is recognized world-wide as the gold standard for bioprocessing industry training.

Why choose CASTL?

Flexible Delivery

We make your life easy with a
flexible delivery model

There are 3 easy ways to train with CASTL:

Onsite - We provide instructor-led training at our state of the art facilities located in Montreal, Charlottetown, and Vancouver.

Online - We deliver theoretical training through a virtual classroom environment.

On demand - Train 24/7 with short, self-directed training modules available through the CASTL Online Academy.

Customized Training

Customize your training
experience to fit your needs

We offer customized training for all employees, from entry-level through to senior management. Team up with CASTL to align the specific needs of your team  with your company skills development objectives. 

Customized content - Replicate how operations, processes, and procedures are applied in your organization.

Customized scheduling - Organize training courses to suit your priorities and schedule.

Customized delivery - Online learning, hands-on at CASTL or on site at your organization.

GMP-like Biomanufacturing Plant

Develop skills in a GMP
simulated environment

Our state-of-the-art training facilities offer trainees a realistic, simulated training environment not previously available in Canada and prepares trainees for real-life work situations. Our facilities are equipped with laboratories and classroom space built to deliver the highest quality training to industry professionals. 

Trusted Global Training

Train with the gold standard in
bioprocessing curriculum

CASTL is the exclusive provider of the National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) licensed training programs in Canada. Based in Ireland, NIBRT develops and delivers state-of-the-art training and education programs for the world’s leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing companies and partner academic institutions. NIBRT’s curriculum is recognized world-wide as the gold standard for bioprocessing industry training.

Employee Retention

Nurture talent and build success

An upskilled workforce will address your organization's future needs, enhancing attraction, job satisfaction, retention, and productivity. Working with CASTL demonstrates your commitment to maintaining high standards, producing safe and effective products, and contributing to the overall advancement of the biopharmaceutical industry.

Risk Mitigation

Manage your risks

We bring to the table a mindset of quality by design (QbD) through all of our training programs in upstream and downstream manufacturing. Choosing to work with us reduces operator deviations and builds confidence amongst your team. At the end of each training, we provide training certificates for your employee training records to comply with quality assurance requirements.

Discover our
Courses & Programs

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Course Catalogue

Unlock your potential with a comprehensive selection of short training courses encompassing various aspects of biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Immerse yourself in engaging lectures offered online or in a classroom setting, and experience hands-on practical sessions at CASTL’s cutting-edge facilities in Charlottetown, Montreal (Fall  2023), or Vancouver (Spring 2024).

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CASTL Online Academy

The exclusive Canadian provider of award winning NIBRT courses, the CASTL Online Academy provides you with more than 60 easy to access, on demand, interactive and cost-effective online learning options on all aspects of biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

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