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UPR Humacao to Develop Microcredentials in Quality and Regulatory Compliance

Published Sep 14, 2026, 6:00 AM ASTvia The Weekly Journal

Why this matters: This partnership will enhance the skills of Puerto Rico’s biopharmaceutical and medical device workforce, supporting the island’s life sciences industry.

The Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Puerto Rico (PIA) and the University of Puerto Rico at Humacao have signed an agreement to develop microcredentials in quality and regulatory compliance for students and professionals in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries. This collaboration aims to provide specialized training and certification in these fields. The University of Puerto Rico at Humacao will work with the PIA to design and implement the microcredentials program, which will focus on quality and regulatory compliance.

The program is intended to benefit students and professionals in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries, providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their careers.

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  • Humacao

    50,100Census estimate, 2020–20241722Founded44.7 sq mi (115.8 km²)Area
SourceThe Weekly Journal

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