University of Tampa Bay (UTB) — Pharmaceutical Education Reimagined · Est. February 2026
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Manufacturing & Operations

Manufacturing Associate

Current Position: Manufacturing support staff

Duration
9–12 months
Cost
$3,500–$4,500
Certificate
Bioprocessing Certificate
Level
Entry–Mid

The Manufacturing Associate Path

As a Manufacturing Associate, you operate at the manufacturing support staff level within pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical operations. This UTB learning path is mapped specifically to the skills this role demands — combining hands-on technical training with the regulatory and business knowledge employers expect. Complete the recommended courses to earn the Bioprocessing Certificate and position yourself for your next career move.

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Career Outcome
Next Step: Manufacturing Scientist or Bioprocess Scientist

Your Course Roadmap

01
MFG-103
Downstream Processing and Purification
02
MFG-104
Viral Clearance and Inactivation
03
MFG-105
Sterile Processing and Aseptic Techniques
04
ENG-101
Equipment Qualification Fundamentals
05
MFG-201
Advanced Bioprocessing Strategies
06
MFG-202
Continuous Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
07
MFG-203
Technology Transfer and Scale-Up
08
BUS-201
Advanced Portfolio Strategy

8 recommended courses · leading to the Bioprocessing Certificate

CERTIFICATE EARNED

Bioprocessing Certificate

Duration
9–12 months
Cost
$3,500–$4,500
Credits
8 Courses
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This Path Is Delivered Through the Downstream Bioprocess Scientist Track

Your Career Progression

Current Role
Manufacturing support staff
→
This Program
Bioprocessing Certificate
→
Career Outcome
Manufacturing Scientist or Bioprocess Scientist

Ready to Become a Manufacturing Associate?

Your role. Your courses. Your certificate. UTB makes the path clear — from day one.

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