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What qualification do you need?

The ABPI Advanced Professional Programme (formerly the Diploma) is designed primarily for Medical Representatives, whilst the ABPI Intermediate Professional Programme (formerly the Certificate) is designed primarily for Generic Sales representatives. The qualifications can be taken by current or prospective medical representatives as well as others who promote medicines in the UK. You do not have to be in employment to enrol on the qualification, nor do you need to be located in the UK. For more information about the qualifications before registering, click on 'About the Exams', or to find answers to specific questions, click on 'Get Help' at the top of this page.


About the Exams

Exam Regulations

Please ensure you have read the ABPI Exam Regulations in full before undertaking your qualification. The Regulations can be found at the bottom of this page.

Do you know about the Distinction?

To achieve a Distinction, candidates must meet all the following criteria:

  • Candidate must be enrolled on Advanced Programme
  • Candidate must score an average of 80% or more for the mandatory units and an average of 80% or more for the disease area units
  • Candidate must score a minimum mark on each individual unit of at least 70%, apart from Unit 1 Code of Practice and NHS, where the minimum mark must be at least 80%
  • Candidate must achieve these marks must be achieved at the first attempt 

If you are sitting the accredited Diploma/Advanced Programme and achieve a Distinction, you will receive a certificate from the ABPI as well as from our external awarding body.


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Employers often wish to confirm the qualifications of a prospective candidate are genuine. ABPI offer a Qualification Verification service in relation to ABPI qualifications.

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Replacement ABPI Certificate
Replacement ABPI Certificate

On request, the ABPI will provide a replacement certificate for the ABPI qualification, both the pre-January 2014 qualification, and for the accredited exam post-January 2014.

Following purchase, applicants will need to provide a certified copy of photo ID (passport or UK driving licence) and, if relevant, evidence of change of name (deed poll or marriage certificate). 

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'Studying hard for the exam was well worth the end result for both myself and my employer as I feel much more confident in ensuring ABPI compliance and implementing scientific knowledge when talking to customers.

The qualification has given me a broad understanding of human body systems, disease pathology and various treatments for common disorders as well as an understanding of the NHS. This allows me to have a much deeper understanding of what my customers face on a day to day basis which is fantastic. 

Understanding not only the products you promote but these vital aspects of healthcare has allowed for a much more rounded approach to promoting my portfolio.​'​​

- Luke - Account Representative

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