Further training for safe medical technology: TÜV SÜD Akademie as a key partner

"We want to empower medical technology professionals to bring safe, innovative and regulatory-compliant medical devices to the market and to grow personally through lifelong learning," explains Anita Lenzser, Product Manager for further training in the field of medical technology. In addition, the academy creates a platform for exchange and networking where participants can benefit from the experience of others and gain new impetus for their professional practice.

Practical knowledge for a regulated environment

As a training provider, the Academy occupies a central position in a highly regulated environment: "We play a central role and take on a key function when it comes to practical knowledge on regulatory processes, market surveillance or after medical devices have been placed on the market," emphasizes Lenzser. The Academy makes use of the close exchange within TÜV SÜD and actively contributes to translating regulatory requirements into practice in a comprehensible and application-oriented manner.

Broad portfolio with modular structure

Based in Munich, the Academy has a large network of experts with many years of industry experience. Many seminars have a modular structure and are internationally recognized; some are also offered in English - an advantage for internationally active companies that want to bring their teams worldwide up to a uniform level of knowledge." The mix of face-to-face, e-learning and blended formats, i.e. a combination of e-learning and face-to-face modules, makes it possible to respond flexibly to different needs.

New offerings such as special training courses for start-ups or knowledge updates for experienced specialists also enrich the portfolio. "The topic of continuous training is simply a necessity in medical technology and at the same time a success factor for companies in order to implement continuous updates well," emphasizes Lenzser.

Focus on trends and innovations

Approval topics are currently in particularly high demand, as are our modular concepts for quality management in accordance with ISO 13485 or regulatory affairs. In addition to legal requirements, digitalization, artificial intelligence and a shortage of skilled workers are also shaping the industry. In order to keep up with the times and pass on knowledge quickly, the Academy is closely linked to committees, networks and industry representatives. This ensures that new developments are incorporated into the seminar content, sometimes on a daily basis. "The rapid implementation of knowledge and innovations in our training materials is one of the major advantages of the TÜV SÜD Academy, as it enables us to pass on knowledge and new developments to participants quickly."

Vision and future in the network

The Academy's vision is clear: to support medical technology professionals, bring safe and innovative products to the market, strengthen patient safety and make the industry fit for the future. As a link between regulation and practice, the qualification program serves as a central driver for quality and innovation.

TÜV SÜD Akademie is part of the Bayern Innovativ network. For Lenzser, this is an important factor: "We see it as very important that we connect with the industry, receive feedback from the market and actively support medical technology in this major transformation." The network itself creates exchange, promotes ideas and drives innovation. The close cooperation ensures that the resulting impetus strengthens not only the participants, but the entire industry.