Description

Course Name: Certified Hospital Store and Purchase Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/HF/CHSPP/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Hospital Store and Purchase Professional course is designed to train professionals in the efficient management of hospital inventory, procurement processes, and supply chain operations. The course covers key areas such as medical and non-medical inventory management, vendor selection, purchase planning, stock auditing, pharmaceutical and surgical item handling, procurement documentation, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Hospital Store and Purchase Management: Role and responsibilities of a store and purchase manager in a hospital, Types of medical and non-medical items used in healthcare facilities, Understanding hospital supply chain structure, Importance of inventory and procurement in patient care, Overview of purchase policies and procedures, Coordination with departments and vendors.

Module 2: Procurement Planning and Purchasing Procedures: Forecasting demand and planning procurement schedules, Creating purchase requisitions and managing approvals, Vendor selection, negotiation, and contract finalization, E-procurement systems and tendering processes, Cost-effective purchasing strategies and budget control, Documentation and purchase order management.

Module 3: Inventory Management and Control Systems: Types of inventories in hospitals (consumables, durables, critical care items), Inventory classification techniques (ABC, VED, FSN analysis), Stock level determination (reorder level, safety stock, EOQ), Use of inventory control software and barcode systems, Regular physical stock verification and reconciliation, Disposal of expired, obsolete or damaged stock.

Module 4: Storage, Handling and Distribution of Hospital Supplies: Design and layout of hospital store rooms, Storage requirements for medicines, sterile items, and equipment, FIFO and FEFO principles in inventory rotation, Temperature-controlled storage and cold chain maintenance, Safe handling of medical gases and hazardous items, Internal distribution systems to various hospital units.

Module 5: Quality Assurance, Compliance and Audits: Inspection and quality checks of incoming materials, Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (NABH, ISO), Maintaining documentation and records for traceability, Internal and external audit preparation and response, Managing supplier performance and product quality feedback, Handling complaints, recalls, and returns effectively.

Module 6: Leadership, Communication and Technology in Store Management: Supervising store staff and assigning roles/responsibilities, Communication with clinical, pharmacy, finance and maintenance teams, Training and motivating staff on SOPs and safety practices, Integration of ERP and hospital management information systems (HMIS), Generating reports, KPIs, and purchase analytics, Career development and continuous learning in hospital materials management.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.