Monster Academy and the PM Society: Collaborating to raise standards in medical writing training

Dec 18 / Carl Owen, Founder of Monster Academy

Monster Academy, the training division of Word Monster, is thrilled about their exciting collaboration with the PM Society. Together, they’re focussing on raising standards in medical writing by offering comprehensive, accessible, and impactful training to those looking to break into the industry or hone their existing skills.

Medical writing plays a pivotal role in communicating complex scientific information in clear, engaging, and accurate ways. However, it can be a challenging field to break into without the right support and resources. That’s where Monster Academy and the PM Society come in. Both collaborators are dedicated to improving medical writing training and fostering innovation in the industry to address these challenges head on.

A shared vision

The PM Society and Monster Academy share a commitment to developing talent within the healthcare communications industry.

Continuous professional development (CPD) is a cornerstone for both companies. Both the PM Society Academy courses and Monster Academy programmes include CPD accredited content to ensure competency and quality. The importance of CPD is recognised by the PM Society and the Healthcare Communications Association. They drive for a minimum of 32 hours individual development per year for medical writers, encouraging writers to improve and keep up to date with industry developments.

The PM Society is a not-for-profit organisation with its legacy of shaping industry standards. It offers expert-refined training courses and recognises excellence through the annual PM Society Awards.

Word Monster is a specialist med comms agency known for its content-first approach, scientific storytelling, and high-quality standards. It’s training arm, Monster Academy, delivers high-quality medical writing training to help advance new or experienced writers looking to rapidly upskill or finesse their skills.

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"We’re really excited to be starting our collaboration with Word Monster. The PM Society have a focus on raising standards in the pharma marketing and communications industry. The objective of this collaboration is to support those in med comms with the training they need to ensure healthcare professionals and patients are receiving exceptional content to make meaningful decisions. Together with Word Monster we are closer to achieving our goal."
Alexandra Moore, Training Manager of PM Society

Tailored training programmes

Monster Academy's medical writing training programmes are designed with accessibility and flexibility in mind. Whether you're a newcomer exploring medical writing for the first time or a writer looking to brush up your skills, their medical writing training provides practical tools and insights to help you thrive in MedComms. Topics range from mastering medical language to crafting compelling, regulatory-compliant content tailored for diverse audiences.al text.

Investing in future medical writers

This collaboration represents an investment in the future of medical writing. By fostering skills and confidence in medical writers, Monster Academy and the PM Society are paving the way for a new generation of talented professionals who can make a meaningful impact in healthcare communications.
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