Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP)

Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP)

We‘re excited to announce our new Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP) certification program! This new expanded educational opportunity replaces our Certificated Packaging Laboratory Professional (CPLP) program. PDP was developed by ISTA in collaboration with experts in the packaging research, design & testing industry. 

You may find more information about PDP here: https://ista.org/packaging_dynamics_professiona.php

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