
WHO Good Reliance Practices
The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to WHO Good Reliance Practices (GRelP) and to advocate for the use of reliance in the regulatory oversight of medical products. It is intended for staff from National Regulatory Authorities and all relevant stakeholders interested in using reliance.
- Explain what reliance is;
- State the main principles of reliance;
- Describe the key concepts and general considerations for reliance;
- Recognize how reliance can be used for the regulatory oversight of medical products; and
- Identify challenges and opportunities for reliance.
Strong regulatory systems for medical products are a critical element of well-functioning health systems and important contributors to improving access, and ultimately achieving universal health coverage. The objectives of WHO in the area of regulatory system strengthening are to:
- build regulatory capacity in Member States consistent with good regulatory practices;
- promote regulatory cooperation, convergence and transparency through networking, work-sharing and reliance.
Reliance is an effective way of regulating medical products through using global resources more efficiently.
The course will:
- introduce WHO Good Reliance Practices (GRelP);
- outline the main principles of reliance;
- advocate for the use of reliance in the regulatory oversight of medical products; and
- promote the good reliance principles.
Approximate course duration: 35 minutes (additional time might be needed for the test)
Languages
This course is available in the following languages: Français, Español
Content Warning
This course may contain images, videos, and multimedia materials related to healthcare that may include graphic depictions of medical conditions, surgical procedures, and other clinical content. These materials are intended for educational purposes to enhance understanding of real-world medical scenarios and are essential for the comprehensive learning experience.
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The course is primarily designed for staff from National Regulatory Authorities. It is also intended for all stakeholders involved – including those from industry, academia, governments, and policy makers.
Assessment & Awards
You will receive a Confirmation of Participation upon completing all the modules in this course. Please note that this award does not serve as a professional qualification.
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Produced by: WHO Regulatory Convergence and Networks, Regulation and Safety Unit.